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Contribution short abstract:

The paper will delve into the dynamics of publishing in an open-access journal, Etnološka tribina. The journal publishes studies that represent innovative research within the epistemological framework and qualitative methodological tools available in contemporary ethnology and cultural anthropology.

Contribution long abstract:

The proposed paper will delve into shaping publishing policies in open-access journals, specifically Diamond Journals, and their impact on knowledge exchange in the Croatian anthropological publishing landscape, using Etnološka tribina as an example.

The first part of the presentation will highlight over forty years of dedicated editorial work and contributions from individuals who, since the inception of Etnološka tribina, have steadfastly maintained the high quality of published papers.

Published by the Croatian Ethnological Society and the Department of Ethnology and Cultural Anthropology, the journal consistently advocates for an open-access policy, ensuring accessibility for members, including scholars, independent researchers, museum professionals, conservators, educators, and other interested audiences. As well the presentation will examine the current publishing landscape and impact of Etnološka tribina, ranking among the top 100 journals in Croatia according to the SCImago ranking.

The second part of the presentation will explore the future direction of publishing on open platforms, particularly focusing on the importance this has for the young scholars, as well as the target audience. In conclusion, examples will illustrate the role anthropological knowledge provided by the papers published in Etnološka tribina in the broader society and community. Not just within Croatia but also in the wider European context, given its publication of papers in both Croatian and English.