27 Nov & 4 Dec 2025: Citizen Science Workshops (online)

Program (generic for both workshops)

Training content	Time	Activity type
Welcome	5 min	Short introductory round and welcome
Introduction	15 min	Presentation
Interactive session 1: Analysis of case studies	25 min	Discussion in break-out groups, includes brief (2-3 min) introduction to the activity by facilitators
Session 1 plenary results sharing	10 min	Facilitated plenary discussion
Break	5 min	Grab a cup of coffee or tea
Deeper dive	10 min	Presentation
Interactive session 2: Production activity	25 min	Collaborative problem solving, includes brief (2-3 min) introduction to the activity by facilitators
Session 2 plenary results sharing	10 min	Presentations from groups
Consolidating knowledge and evaluation	15 min	Multiple

Workshop I: Introducing Citizen Science: Fundamental principles and interactive cases. 27 November 13:00-15:00 (CET)

In this interactive workshop you:

can discover how citizen science can offer novel perspectives and societal impact in your research.

It will equip you with tools to get started and explore how non-scientists can contribute to the advancement of knowledge as well as open and responsible research and innovation approaches.

Slides from the workshop.

Workshop 2: Participant Recruitment and Community Engagement. 4 December 11:00-13:00 (CET)

In this interactive workshop you:

Build upon your knowledge of citizen science and explore the essential skills for participant recruitment, engagement, and inclusiveness in your research.
Reflect on ethical challenges and practical strategies to foster collaboration with diverse communities.

Workshop facilitators: