Open Access Policy

Journal of Community Service (JoCS) is committed to providing open and broad access to its published scholarly content. Articles published by the journal are made available to readers through an open-access model, allowing researchers, academics, students, practitioners, community organizations, policymakers, and members of the public to access scholarly information without unnecessary barriers.

The journal believes that open access contributes to the wider dissemination of knowledge and strengthens the impact of community service activities. Free and immediate access to published articles enables knowledge, experiences, innovations, and practical solutions developed through community engagement to reach a broader audience.

Readers are encouraged to access, read, cite, and use published articles for legitimate academic, educational, research, and community development purposes in accordance with the applicable licensing terms.