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Universal Write Publications Expands Reach to Black Scholarship Through Strategic Partnership with EBSCO

Universal Write Publications Expands Reach to Black Scholarship Through Strategic Partnership with EBSCO

13 September 2024

For Immediate Release 

New York, NY – September 12, 2024 – Universal Write Publications (UWP) is pleased to  announce a new collaboration with EBSCO Information Services. This partnership is a key  step in UWP’s mission to broaden access to the voices of Black scholars, particularly in the  social sciences. By teaming up with EBSCO, UWP is making its titles more widely available  to academic institutions around the world, enriching the resources available to students  and researchers. 

   

"This partnership with EBSCO is an important development for us," said Dr. Ayo Sekai, CEO  of Universal Write Publications. "We’re committed to making sure that the groundbreaking  work of Black academics is not just seen but integrated into the fabric of academic study.  With EBSCO’s extensive reach, we can ensure that these critical perspectives are more  readily available to educators and students everywhere."

EBSCO provides a depth and breadth of online resources that represent well-rounded  content from multiple perspectives and experiences. UWP’s collection will now be  accessible on the EBSCO eBooks platform and available for purchase via EBSCOhost  Collection Manager (ECM) and GOBI, making it easier for libraries to include these  important works in their offerings. 
“Collaborating with Universal Write Publications allows us to further our commitment to  delivering a comprehensive selection of diverse academic resources,” said Jon Elwell,  Senior Vice President, Books at EBSCO Information Services. “UWP’s dedication to  elevating Black scholars aligns with our goal to provide a wide range of perspectives in  academic research. By adding UWP’s e-books to our platform, we’re offering our users a  richer, more inclusive selection of resources.” 

About Universal Write Publications:

Universal Write Publications (UWP) is a Black-owned  publisher focused on promoting the work of Black scholars in the social sciences. UWP is  dedicated to publishing works that challenge traditional narratives and contribute to the  advancement of academic thought. Through strategic partnerships and a commitment to  excellence, UWP aims to make the voices of Black scholars heard on a global stage. For  more information, visit the Universal Write Publications website at: www.uwpbooks.com.  Visit our blog at TheResearcher or follow us on X, LinkedIn and Instagram.

About EBSCO Information Services:

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) is a leading  provider of online research content and search technologies serving academic, school and  public libraries; healthcare and medical institutions; corporations; and government  agencies around the world. From research, acquisition management, subscription services  and discovery to clinical decision support and patient care, learning, and research and  development, EBSCO provides institutions with access to content and resources to serve  the information and workflow needs of their users and organizations. For more information,  visit the EBSCO website at: www.ebsco.com. Visit our blog at EBSCOpost or follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.