LIBSENSE Open Science Symposium - The Gambia

Session

Opening Session

23 Mar 2026, 09:00

Thematic Hall 2 (SDKJ International Convention Centre)

2. Welcome

23/03/2026, 09:00

3. Introduction to Symposium and LIBSENSE

Omo Oaiya (WACREN)

23/03/2026, 09:05

16. UNESCO Keynote on Advancing Open Science in The Gambia

Maimuna Sidibeh (Gambia National Commission for UNESCO)

23/03/2026, 09:25

This keynote will share perspectives on the UNESCO Open Science Recommendation and The Gambia’s ongoing work to put it into practice. The session will provide a lens on policy adoption, capacity building, and the role of national stakeholders in advancing open science across Africa.

4. Opening Address

Prof. Pierre Gomez (Minister, MoHERST The Gambia)

23/03/2026, 09:45

17. Interactive Audience Poll: National Open Science Baseline

23/03/2026, 10:05

The poll will explore institutional representation, awareness of the UNESCO Open Science Recommendation, existing Open Science policies and infrastructure, and key national challenges. Results will help frame the discussions in Session 1 and inform the development of a Gambian National Open Science Roadmap.