This makes it unjustifiable to still count with thousands of unpaid hours, worth billions of dollars, from reviewers (eg https://doi.org/10.1186/s41073-021-00118-2) and others, such as editorial board members in this case.
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Therefore, in these circumstances, I have to refuse the invitation. If the journal still wants my contribution, I may reconsider in case Elsevier is willing to adequately and fairly compensate editorial board members. Alternatively, I might consider a role as Associate Editor.
Last but not least, I encourage #everyone to discuss these serious issues with @elsevierconnect.bsky.social and help other academics who are pressuring publishers to adopt better work agreements, more inclusive and respectful of all stakeholders work value and time commitments with their expertises.
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