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OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION
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Oromo Studies Association
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oromostudies.org
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Private
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1986
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The Oromo Studies Association (OSA) is a Minneapolis-headquartered nonprofit founded in 1986 whose stated mission is to advance Oromo scholarship. It operates a member-governed, volunteer-led structure and serves a niche audience of Oromo scholars, students, and members of the Oromo diaspora community in North America and beyond.

Its core products are scholarly and programmatic rather than technological. The flagship is the Journal of Oromo Studies (JOS), a peer-reviewed academic publication that has reached 29 volumes. OSA also runs an Annual Conference and a Mid-Year Conference, maintains a scholarly library, and administers an Awards Program that recognizes contributions to Oromo studies. In 2025, the journal transitioned to open access, broadening distribution beyond the membership base.

The business model is a member-supported nonprofit model. Revenue is generated from three streams: membership dues (general membership at $100, student membership at $25), conference registrations priced at $25–$45, and donations. The organization does not disclose financials publicly and operates with 11–50 staff, consistent with a small academic association reliant on volunteer leadership and community contributions rather than commercial revenue.

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The Oromo Studies Association is a Minneapolis-based nonprofit founded in 1986 that advances Oromo scholarship through its Journal of Oromo Studies, annual and mid-year conferences, scholarly library, and awards program, serving scholars, students, and the Oromo diaspora.

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota
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North America
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Serves global market

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scholarly publishing, academic conferences, membership association, open access journal, community scholarship
Industry3 codes
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Open Access Scholarly Journals & Monographs
Education/Educational Publishing & Learning Content/Academic & Scholarly Publishing (Journals, Monographs)
SECONDARYEDAGAFAL
Conference Proceedings & Research Reports Publishing
Education/Educational Publishing & Learning Content/Academic & Scholarly Publishing (Journals, Monographs)
SECONDARYMPAJABAG
Open Educational Resources (OER) & Open Access Academic Publishing
Media, Entertainment & Sports/Publishing (Books, News, Magazines)/Educational & Academic Publishing (Textbooks, Scholarly, STM)
NAICS code3 codes
  • Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities541720
  • Libraries and Archives51921
  • Social Advocacy Organizations8133
SIC code2 codes
  • Periodicals: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing2721
  • Services-Membership Organizations8600
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Academic Scholarly Publishing and Professional Association Services
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Revenue model3 records
1Annual Membership Dues
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

OSA generates revenue through annual membership dues. Two tiers are offered: General Membership at $100 per year and Student Membership at $25 per year. Membership is valid for one year from the join date and does not auto-renew; reminder emails are sent 30 days and 7 days before expiry. Members receive the Journal of Oromo Studies, discounted conference registration (~30%), voting rights in OSA governance, access to the membership directory, and eligibility to serve on committees or nominate individuals for OSA awards.

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2Conference Registration Fees
TypeOne Time License
Description

Revenue is generated from conference registration fees for the Annual Conference and Mid-Year Conference. Registration rates are tiered: OSA members ($35), general non-members ($45), and students ($25). The Annual Conference is held each summer; the Mid-Year Conference is held each spring. Both are held in Minneapolis, MN.

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3Donations
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

The organization accepts donations from the community and supporters. Donation funds are directed toward organizing and facilitating mid-year and annual conferences, publishing and distributing the Journal of Oromo Studies, and funding achievement awards and student scholarships.

oromostudies.org
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Pricing details5 tiers
1Student Membership — $25/year for currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

Includes: conference registration access, OSA member newsletter and announcements, access to OSA's scholarly network and events, voting rights in OSA governance. Operates on an honor system; students self-identify.

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2General Membership — $100/year for scholars, practitioners, and supporters
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

Includes: full Journal of Oromo Studies access, conference registration discount (~30% off), voting rights in OSA governance, access to membership directory, eligibility to serve on OSA committees and roles, nomination rights for OSA awards.

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3Conference Registration — Student rate $25
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Student conference registration rate. Requires school email for verification; OSA staff review documentation within 24–48 hours.

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4Conference Registration — OSA Member rate $35
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Member conference rate. OSA verifies membership within 24–48 hours of registration.

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5Conference Registration — General/Non-member rate $45
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Open to all attendees. No membership required. Payments processed via Stripe.

oromostudies.org
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The Oromo Studies Association (OSA) is a nonprofit, member-governed scholarly association that publishes the peer-reviewed Journal of Oromo Studies (JOS), hosts an Annual Conference (summer) and Mid-Year Conference (spring), sells tiered annual memberships, curates a scholarly book library, and runs an awards program. The journal has been in open access since 2025 and the organization has operated continuously since 1986, serving a global community of scholars, students, and diaspora members engaged in Oromo studies.

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  • The Journal of Oromo Studies transitioned to full open access in 2025, eliminating subscription barriers and enabling global readership without paywalls.
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The Oromo Studies Association (OSA) operates as a nonprofit multidisciplinary organization offering a portfolio of scholarly products and services centered on advancing Oromo studies. The core offerings include the Journal of Oromo Studies (JOS), a peer-reviewed publication now in open access format since 2025; two annual academic conferences (Annual Conference and Mid-Year Conference); and OSA Membership in two tiers (General at $100/year and Student at $25/year). Supporting services include the OSA Scholarly Library (a bibliography of 65+ titles), the OSA Awards Program, and OSA Public Statements. The organization is governed by an elected board and executive committee, with membership providing access to the journal archive, conference discounts, voting rights, and networking opportunities.

Product and service8 records
1Journal of Oromo Studies (JOS)
CategoryAcademic journal
Description

Peer-reviewed scholarly publication featuring interdisciplinary articles, research notes, and scholarly book reviews on Oromo language, history, literature, politics, philosophy, folklore, culture, economy, and the Oromo role in the Horn of Africa. Published in open access since 2025, with full archive spanning 29 volumes. Accepts submissions in English and Afaan Oromoo.

2Annual Conference
CategoryAcademic conference
Description

The leading academic conference in the diaspora on Oromo Studies, held each summer in Minneapolis, MN, bringing together scholars, researchers, and community members for panels, roundtables, keynote addresses, intergenerational dialogues, emerging scholar flash talks, and the OSA awards ceremony.

3Mid-Year Conference
4OSA General Membership
5OSA Student Membership
6OSA Scholarly Library
7OSA Awards Program
8OSA Public Statements
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OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION

Academic Scholarly Publishing and Professional Association Servicesoromostudies.org

The Oromo Studies Association is a Minneapolis-based nonprofit founded in 1986 that advances Oromo scholarship through its Journal of Oromo Studies, annual and mid-year conferences, scholarly library, and awards program, serving scholars, students, and the Oromo diaspora.

What OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION does

The Oromo Studies Association (OSA) is a Minneapolis-headquartered nonprofit founded in 1986 whose stated mission is to advance Oromo scholarship. It operates a member-governed, volunteer-led structure and serves a niche audience of Oromo scholars, students, and members of the Oromo diaspora community in North America and beyond.

Its core products are scholarly and programmatic rather than technological. The flagship is the Journal of Oromo Studies (JOS), a peer-reviewed academic publication that has reached 29 volumes. OSA also runs an Annual Conference and a Mid-Year Conference, maintains a scholarly library, and administers an Awards Program that recognizes contributions to Oromo studies. In 2025, the journal transitioned to open access, broadening distribution beyond the membership base.

The business model is a member-supported nonprofit model. Revenue is generated from three streams: membership dues (general membership at $100, student membership at $25), conference registrations priced at $25–$45, and donations. The organization does not disclose financials publicly and operates with 11–50 staff, consistent with a small academic association reliant on volunteer leadership and community contributions rather than commercial revenue.

OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION firmographics

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Name
OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION
Legal name
Oromo Studies Association
Website
https://oromostudies.org
Company type
Private
Founded year
1986
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
11–50 employees
Short description
The Oromo Studies Association is a Minneapolis-based nonprofit founded in 1986 that advances Oromo scholarship through its Journal of Oromo Studies, annual and mid-year conferences, scholarly library, and awards program, serving scholars, students, and the Oromo diaspora.
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OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION industry classification

Industry
Product category
Academic Scholarly Publishing and Professional Association Services
NAICS
Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities (541720), Libraries and Archives (51921), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)
SIC
Periodicals: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing (2721), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)
akta.pro industry
PRIMARYEDAGAFAJ
Open Access Scholarly Journals & Monographs
Education/Educational Publishing & Learning Content/Academic & Scholarly Publishing (Journals, Monographs)
SECONDARYEDAGAFAL
Conference Proceedings & Research Reports Publishing
Education/Educational Publishing & Learning Content/Academic & Scholarly Publishing (Journals, Monographs)
SECONDARYMPAJABAG
Open Educational Resources (OER) & Open Access Academic Publishing
Media, Entertainment & Sports/Publishing (Books, News, Magazines)/Educational & Academic Publishing (Textbooks, Scholarly, STM)

Keywords

  • Scholarly publishing
  • Academic conferences
  • Membership association
  • Open access journal
  • Community scholarship

Where OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION is headquartered

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Headquarters

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices1 record

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OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION business model

Business model
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B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

  1. Annual Membership Dues: OSA generates revenue through annual membership dues. Two tiers are offered: General Membership at $100 per year and Student Membership at $25 per year. Membership is valid for one year from the join date and does not auto-renew; reminder emails are sent 30 days and 7 days before expiry. Members receive the Journal of Oromo Studies, discounted conference registration (~30%), voting rights in OSA governance, access to the membership directory, and eligibility to serve on committees or nominate individuals for OSA awards.
  2. Conference Registration Fees: Revenue is generated from conference registration fees for the Annual Conference and Mid-Year Conference. Registration rates are tiered: OSA members ($35), general non-members ($45), and students ($25). The Annual Conference is held each summer; the Mid-Year Conference is held each spring. Both are held in Minneapolis, MN.
  3. Donations: The organization accepts donations from the community and supporters. Donation funds are directed toward organizing and facilitating mid-year and annual conferences, publishing and distributing the Journal of Oromo Studies, and funding achievement awards and student scholarships.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionAnnualStudent Membership — $25/year for currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students
SubscriptionAnnualGeneral Membership — $100/year for scholars, practitioners, and supporters
SubscriptionPay-as-you-goConference Registration — Student rate $25
SubscriptionPay-as-you-goConference Registration — OSA Member rate $35
SubscriptionPay-as-you-goConference Registration — General/Non-member rate $45

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION product offering

Product offering

Core offering

The Oromo Studies Association (OSA) is a nonprofit, member-governed scholarly association that publishes the peer-reviewed Journal of Oromo Studies (JOS), hosts an Annual Conference (summer) and Mid-Year Conference (spring), sells tiered annual memberships, curates a scholarly book library, and runs an awards program. The journal has been in open access since 2025 and the organization has operated continuously since 1986, serving a global community of scholars, students, and diaspora members engaged in Oromo studies.

Product overview

The Oromo Studies Association (OSA) operates as a nonprofit multidisciplinary organization offering a portfolio of scholarly products and services centered on advancing Oromo studies. The core offerings include the Journal of Oromo Studies (JOS), a peer-reviewed publication now in open access format since 2025; two annual academic conferences (Annual Conference and Mid-Year Conference); and OSA Membership in two tiers (General at $100/year and Student at $25/year). Supporting services include the OSA Scholarly Library (a bibliography of 65+ titles), the OSA Awards Program, and OSA Public Statements. The organization is governed by an elected board and executive committee, with membership providing access to the journal archive, conference discounts, voting rights, and networking opportunities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Journal of Oromo Studies (JOS) Peer-reviewed scholarly publication featuring interdisciplinary articles, research notes, and scholarly book reviews on Oromo language, history, literature, politics, philosophy, folklore, culture, economy, and the Oromo role in the Horn of Africa. Published in open access since 2025, with full archive spanning 29 volumes. Accepts submissions in English and Afaan Oromoo.
  • Annual Conference The leading academic conference in the diaspora on Oromo Studies, held each summer in Minneapolis, MN, bringing together scholars, researchers, and community members for panels, roundtables, keynote addresses, intergenerational dialogues, emerging scholar flash talks, and the OSA awards ceremony.
  • Mid-Year Conference
  • OSA General Membership
  • OSA Student Membership
  • OSA Scholarly Library
  • OSA Awards Program
  • OSA Public Statements

Quantifiable outcome

  • The Journal of Oromo Studies transitioned to full open access in 2025, eliminating subscription barriers and enabling global readership without paywalls.
  • +1 more outcomes

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Key highlights7 records

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Frequently asked questions about OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION

What does OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION do?

The Oromo Studies Association (OSA) is a nonprofit, member-governed scholarly association that publishes the peer-reviewed Journal of Oromo Studies (JOS), hosts an Annual Conference (summer) and Mid-Year Conference (spring), sells tiered annual memberships, curates a scholarly book library, and runs an awards program. The journal has been in open access since 2025 and the organization has operated continuously since 1986, serving a global community of scholars, students, and diaspora members engaged in Oromo studies.

Is OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION a public or private company?

OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.

When was OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION founded?

OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION was founded in 1986. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION based?

OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION is headquartered in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, United States, in the North America region.

How does OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION make money?

Three revenue lines are on record. Annual Membership Dues are the primary driver. The others are conference Registration Fees and donations.

Does OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION have an API?

No public API is recorded for OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION.

What industry is OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION in?

OROMO STUDIES ASSOCIATION's product category is Academic Scholarly Publishing and Professional Association Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is EDAGAFAJ, Open Access Scholarly Journals & Monographs, with a secondary code of EDAGAFAL, Conference Proceedings & Research Reports Publishing. Its NAICS code is 541720 and its SIC code is 2721.

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