What advice would you give to other researchers who are considering publishing their work in open access formats for the first time? Evaluate journals based on their reach, rigor, and alignment with your target audience, and choose journals that combine rigorous peer-review with commitment to global accessibility. Open access can enhance the societal impact of research work, especially for time-sensitive or policy-relevant research. One remaining source of inequity is that the burden of publication costs falls to authors, thus favouring wealthy countries, institutions and authors. Tracking metrics such as policy citations or public engagement can help assess broader impact. Open access increases research visibility and facilitates broader impact. Our article has been cited in 63 policy documents across 10 countries, demonstrating its utility in real-world decision-making. It also promotes equity by removing access barriers, allowing free access for all, and maximized the societal impact of our research to empower communities to adopt evidence-based interventions during a critical time. What do you see as the benefits of open access publishing compared to traditional publishing models?
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