
John Willinsky
John Willinsky is a Canadian scholar recognized for his work in education, publishing, and access to knowledge. He advocates for open access, meaning scholarly research should be freely available to everyone rather than behind paywalls. As a professor and researcher, he has developed innovative models and policies to promote equitable sharing of information, particularly in academic publishing. His efforts aim to democratize knowledge, making it accessible to researchers, students, and the public worldwide, fostering greater collaboration and learning across disciplines.