About
Our Vision
The vision of CoARA is to recognise the diverse outputs, practices, and activities that maximise the quality and impact of research through an emphasis on qualitative judgement in assessment, for which peer review is essential, supported by the responsible use of qualitative indicators.
Our Mission
CoARA’s mission is to enable a systemic reform of research assessment within a set timeframe, based on a common set of principles and commitments. Through collaborative action, exchange of knowledge, and mutual learning, CoARA aims to support all members in adopting and refining more inclusive and effective assessment practices.
Membership benefits
- Knowledge exchange: Sharing best practices and lessons learned with peers.
- Support for early reformers: Organisations just beginning their reform journey can learn from those further along in the process.
- Innovative solutions: CoARA fosters an environment where new ideas for assessment can be developed and tested.
CoARA's governance
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Signatories
Signature of the Agreement is open to all organisations involved in research assessment. Signatory organisations can then apply to become members of the Coalition and join a community to facilitate the implementation of their own reform and enable systemic change.
Agreement
The Agreement on Reforming Research Assessment sets a shared direction for changes in assessment practices for research, researchers and research performing organisations, with the overarching goal to maximise the quality and impact of research.
Signatories
Signature of the Agreement is open to all organisations involved in research assessment. Signatory organisations can then apply to become members of the Coalition and join a community to facilitate the implementation of their own reform and enable systemic change.
Agreement
The Agreement on Reforming Research Assessment sets a shared direction for changes in assessment practices for research, researchers and research performing organisations, with the overarching goal to maximise the quality and impact of research.