From 2014 to 2024: Celebrating a Decade of Open Access

Abstract

The Journal of Advocacy, Research and Education (JARE) was started in 2014 by the then KAD International (now Centre for Behaviour and  Wellness Advocacy, Ghana) to promote free Open Access publishing opportunities. In 2024, the JARE will be celebrating a decade of publishing quality peer-reviewed scholarly papers across the globe. Today, the JARE has evolved as one of the fastest-growing journals in  Ghana, Africa, with an international outlook. The JARE boasts of distinguished authors from 24 countries across five continents. So far, we  celebrate authors from Africa (44.26 %), Asia (8.28), Europe (16.26 %), North America (4.84 %), and the Middle East (0.35 %). With a  commendable track record of consistent publications, we have committed to promoting open access and securing comprehensive  funding to aid all our contributors. As we commemorate our 10th anniversary of disseminating scientific knowledge without financial,  geopolitical, or institutional constraints in 2024, we reflect on the accomplishments of our journal and editorial team. We appreciate all  regulatory bodies and funding partners for their unwavering support. Collaboratively, we aspire to elevate the JARE to the pinnacle,  making it the leading choice for researchers, academics, students, practitioners, policymakers, and anyone engaged in creating or  consuming research outputs.