The Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM) is a non-profit membership organisation supporting the advancement of Open Science policies and practices in research communities and institutions across the Arab region.
The Arab states have the resources and capability to play a pivotal role in the global transition towards more accessible, sustainable and inclusive research and education models. We want to support all our research communities and stakeholder groups in the journey towards a more ‘open’ world, by facilitating the exchange of actionable insights and the development of practical policies.
FORM has launched its own YouTube channel! We hope you will join and follow us… One of our core missions here at FORM is to help support the development of human capacities across the region, via the creation and curation of freely accessible bilingual resources.
Each year at the Annual Forum, we select our keynotes to provide valuable insights that help to frame and contextualise the overarching theme chosen for that year, helping to shape and drive the discussions and debates for the whole event. For our 4th Annual Forum,
The Forum for Open Research in MENA (FORM) is delighted to welcome the Arab Community of Open Access (ACOA) as a new member of our network. Founded in 2020, ACOA is a dynamic regional initiative dedicated to advancing a culture of openness in science and
The launch of the Open Science Community in Iraq marks a significant step forward in the realm of Open Science, driven by a desire to bridge the gap between global advancements and local practices. The initiative, inspired by international conferences and personal experiences, aims to
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