Who, What & Why?
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Who, What & Why

What is INASP?
The International Network for the Availability of Scientific Publications (INASP) is a cooperative network of partners whose shared mission is to enhance the flow of information within and between countries, especially those with less developed systems of publication and dissemination. INASP runs a number of information-related programs including INASP-Health, which works to improve access to reliable information for health professionals in developing and transitional countries, library support programs and initiatives on networks in rural development.

Who is behind INASP?
INASP was established in 1992 by the International Council for Science (ICSU), as a program of the Committee for the Dissemination of Scientific Information (CDSI). INASP has received financial support from a wide range of organizations including the British Medical Association, Carnegie Corporation of New York, the Department for International Development (DFID, UK), the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the National Academy of Sciences (USA), the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the World Health Organization (WHO). INASP is advised by an international Council and the Network is open to all interested organizations and individuals. The INASP offices are located in Oxford, UK and are directed by Carol Priestley.

Why does the INASP exist?
The principle aims of INASP are to map, support and strengthen existing activities promoting access to and dissemination of scientific and scholarly information and knowledge. The organization also encourages and supports new initiatives that will increase local publication and general access to quality scientific and scholarly literature.

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