At
Koozakar, we believe that quality peer review is the heartbeat of credible
scholarly publishing. To strengthen this vital process, we are introducing the #Koozakar
Impact Coin, a merit-based reward system designed to recognize and
empower reviewers who dedicate their time and expertise to improving research
quality. Through this initiative, reviewers who complete assignments promptly,
uphold high standards, and provide constructive feedback earn Impact Coins
— redeemable points that can later offset article processing charges (APCs)
when publishing with Koozakar Journals.
This
innovative system fosters a more inclusive, sustainable, and collaborative
publishing ecosystem. Under the Impact Coin model, every thoughtful
review counts — turning time, diligence, and expertise into tangible value. By
rewarding reviewers who meet deadlines and uphold ethical and editorial
excellence, Koozakar not only enhances peer review efficiency but also strengthens
trust and transparency within the open-access publishing model. It’s a system
built on fairness, merit, and mutual growth.
The
Impact Coin especially benefits early-career researchers, postdoctoral
scholars, and researchers in the Global South, offering them meaningful
engagement in editorial processes while supporting their publication goals.
Through participation, reviewers gain professional visibility, editorial
experience, and financial relief when publishing their own work. This inclusive
approach ensures that everyone — regardless of geography or institutional
affiliation — has a fair opportunity to contribute and benefit from the global
research community.
So,
what can you do? Be involved. Make your time count. Review diligently,
contribute your expertise, and help shape the next wave of impactful research.
With Impact Coin, everybody wins — authors, reviewers, editors, and the
scholarly world at large. Together, we advance Koozakar’s mission of open
knowledge, continuous quality improvement, and equitable access to publishing
opportunities.