The 16th annual GW Ethics in Publishing Conference will be held Thursday, October 22nd, with a possible second day Friday, October 23rd, 2026, as a hybrid event, with in person and virtual presenters and attendees
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The theme of this year's conference is Integrity by Design.
The 16th annual GW Ethics in Publishing Conference engages students, professionals, and researchers to demonstrate ethical leadership and restore public trust in publishing and scholarly communications.
This year’s conference promotes proactive action and the implementation of creative and systemic solutions to promote integrity in the profession and practice of publishing.
Publishing, library, and scholarly communications professionals will present on forward-thinking strategies such as: designing transparent peer review practices; advancing publishing equity and inclusive design; developing solutions to strengthen research integrity; employing Artificial Intelligence intentionally and conscientiously; and leveraging metadata to track and trace the scholarly record. Participants will explore how inclusive practices, accessibility, and community-centered models serve as the foundation for a more accountable and trustworthy publishing ecosystem.
Organized and hosted by the Graduate Program in Publishing, College of Professional Studies, George Washington University
