The OpenAthens Federation provides a framework that supports the exchange of information between identity providers and service providers operating in the global market.
To provide a framework that supports the exchange of information between identity providers (IdPs) and service providers (SPs) operating in the global market, regardless of what identity and access management software they are running.
It is the responsibility of each member to ensure the following:
In addition, members shall permit OpenAthens to retain and publish the metadata described in the Federation Metadata section of this documentation.
Members shall permit OpenAthens to publish members names for the purpose of marketing the OpenAthens Federation.
OpenAthens retains the authority to administer the Federation in its aims, objectives and rules as may from time to time be published.