Public Engagement improves relations between R&I and society, by recognising and integrating other actors and forms of knowledge
Public engagement describes the interactions that lead to mutual learning between scientists and members of the public.
This goes beyond science communication and outreach and includes participatory methods and citizen science.
The aim is to increase understanding of the public for science and to make R&I results more robust and more relevant for society. Shared responsibility is ensured via transdisciplinary approaches and engagement with the public.
Via a two-way dialogue, citizens are empowered to be research partners rather than objects of study or beneficiaries of research results. Different forms of knowledge, perspectives and worldviews can be integrated into the research process.
This will also make R&I more democratic and enhance public accountability, trust is being established.
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DELIVERABLES within WP4: Implementation of RRI ‘anchor’ initiatives towards more efficient and inclusive R&I eco-systems
5 deliverables developed in the context of WP4 for each Western Balkan Country.
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POLICY BRIEF Regional innovation systems and smart specialization strategies in the Western Balkans
Final WBC-RRI.NET Policy Brief.
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Event: Science meets Public
Upcoming event taking place on February 20, 2024 in Novi Sad, Serbia.
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OPEN CALL: Apply for a “Travel Grant” to attend the WBC-RRI.NET final conference in Skopje, on February 8-9, 2024!
15 “Travel Grants” await to join us in Skopje, 8-9 February 2024 for the Final Conference of the WBC-RRI.NET project,
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Use of Responsible Research and Innovation concepts in STEM education
A series of video presentations based on topics in the Handbook for STEM educators on local language.
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Save the Date and Secure Your Spot! WEBINAR ON “SPREADING CITIZEN SCIENCE IN THE WESTERN BALKANS”
17 January 2024, 14:00, Zoom platform
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Working Group 2 summary – Science Education and Public Engagement
Summary and update of Working Group 2 Action Plan.
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Event review: Open dialogue and mutual learning meeting (Day 2)
The two-day event focused on engaging academia with and for public/citizens and engaging academia with and for business.
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Event review: Open dialogue and mutual learning meeting (Day 1)
The two-day event focused on engaging academia with and for public/citizens and engaging academia with and for business.
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