ORCID Advocacy Toolkit

computing information technology O 0% advanced This community-driven resource from the UK ORCID Consortium equips you with everything needed to champion ORCID effectively: Clear Explanations for researchers, administrators, and funders Compelling Benefits highlighting ORCID's value to different stakeholders Ready-to-Use Materials for events, training, and communications Built on collective expertise, this toolkit reduces duplication of effort and showcases proven advocacy strategies. Navigate easily through the "So you would like to..." index to find precisely what you need. Want to contribute? Add your resources, case studies, or insights through our How to Contribute guide. The OAT-ED (ORCID Advocacy Toolkit Editorial Board) is available to help and advise. Please contact us with any questions. LATEST UPDATES: - 26/01/2026 Added examples from University of Birmingham to So you would like to... - 25/09/2025: Added Navigation template - 26/08/2025: New email templates on So you would like to... Call for contributions on So you would like to... Chapters /About this book/ - Overview of the toolkit, its purpose, and how to use it Understanding ORCID - A plain-language introduction to ORCID and why it matters What is Advocacy? - Key concepts and strategies for promoting ORCID effectively Audiences - Guidance on tailoring messages to different stakeholder groups (who needs to hear about ORCID) Platforms that integrate with ORCID - Examples of systems and tools that work with ORCID Resources - Ready-to-use materials, guides, and links for advocacy So you would like to.... - Practical how-tos for specific advocacy actions and scenarios Contributors - Credits and acknowledgements for those who built the toolkit. Do you want to practice using Wikibooks? We've provided a place to do that! Go to the Sandbox