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Who Owns Our Knowledge? – KIT Library invites you to attend

International Open Access Week | October 20-26, 2025
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International Open Access Week 2025

The KIT Library is also taking part in the International Open Access Week in 2025, which takes place from October 20 to 26 under the motto "Who owns our knowledge?". The week offers a global opportunity to reflect on and actively promote free access to scientific knowledge.

What does "Who owns our knowledge?" mean?
This year's motto calls for people to regain control over their own knowledge and to question existing power relations in the scientific system. It is about reflecting on who has access to education and research, how knowledge is created and shared and whose voices are recognized.
Further information on the topic

Program at the KIT Library
As part of the International Open Access Week, the KIT Library offers events and services for researchers, students and all interested parties.
In addition to lectures on the library's services, the live action OApoly is a special highlight: From October 21 to 23, you can playfully experience how scientific papers are published and made accessible during the lunch break in the KIT Library South.
Program Overview

Why Open Access is important
Open Access enables free and immediate access to scientific results and promotes transparency, collaboration and innovation. Especially in times of global challenges, free access to knowledge is crucial for fair and sustainable development.

Get involved
Take advantage of the International Open Access Week to find out more about Open Access, exchange ideas with others and actively contribute to open science. Further information and the current program can also be found in the Calendar of Events of the KIT Library.