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C/V

Commentary, journalism, and critical writing on epistemic justice, open access, and the politics of knowledge.

C/V stands for "Current Vector" — directional flow, with magnitude. We publish essays, commentary, journalism, and criticism: on epistemic justice and who gets to produce knowledge; on open access as a political question; on whatever is worth thinking through carefully and saying out loud. Free to read. Free to publish. Want to contribute? Submit your work.

07
Apr
Joan Namaggwa sitting on a wooden chair outdoors using a pink laptop.

"We Are Building A Green Future On An Unjust Foundation" – Ugandan Activist Joan Namaggwa

Joan discusses how marginalized groups face high energy burdens. She advocates for Free, Prior and Informed Consent and community ownership to prevent green gentrification.
6 min read
07
Apr

The Architecture of Access: Building for What Publishing Should Have Always Been

Before any reviewer reads your argument, an editor decides if your question is worth asking. Desk rejection is the most consequential and least discussed moment in scientific publishing. Making publishing free changes who can afford it – not who gets heard.
3 min read