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Workshop: Starting with Citizen Science

Thursday, 19 February, 10:00 AM » 4:30 PM
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Do you have an initial idea to apply citizen science to your research, but you’re not sure how to start?

During this workshop, we will explore the possibilities of citizen science for your project together and help you create the first draft of a project plan.

What can you expect?

  • Step-by-step guidance in brainstorming and developing your first concept
  • Attention to methods, target groups, communication, and project management in Citizen Science
  • Exchange ideas and gain inspiration from other practitioners
  • Guidance by instructors from Scivil, the Flemish knowledge center for Citizen Science

Who is this workshop for?

  • You are a researcher who wants to take the first steps in citizen science
  • You have little practical experience with citizen science but want to explore the method
  • Important: You have an initial (vague) idea to apply citizen science to your research. We will start from this idea in the workshop to work on an initial project plan. We expect you to join with an initial idea for the application of a citizen science approach in a research project. Your idea can still be vague, we will work on it further during the workshop.

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Leuven, Belgium

2026 Biodiversity Training and Workshops

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Expert-led workshops and training events support both beginner and experienced recorders, to identify species, collect high-quality records, and follow best-practice standards that support wildlife conservation.

Hands-on workshops are offered across Ireland, along with flexible online training. Free, self-paced courses on the National Biodiversity Learning platform are available to explore here: https://learn.biodiversityireland.ie/

Ireland

Certificat de spécialisation - Innovations sociales - Économie sociale et solidaire, Option Recherches participatives

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OBJECTIFS DE LA FORMATION :

▹ Mieux maîtriser les processus de production des connaissances et appréhender des modèles alternatifs, en interrogeant la diversité des savoirs
▹ Mieux maîtriser l’environnement, les dispositifs et les compétences nécessaires pour la pratique de la recherche participative
▹ Développer ses connaissances dans le domaine et enrichir ses expériences pour :
• animer ou créer un projet de recherche participative

• acquérir de nouvelles responsabilités au sein de son association, université, collectivités etc.

• participer à l’élaboration de politiques publiques de recherche participative

Pendant l’année de formation, les étudiant.e.s sont tenu.e.s de rédiger une note de validation de 15/20 pages basée sur une question que l’étudiant.e. s’est posée dans son expérience professionnelle ou souhaiterait aborder pour enrichir sa réflexion. Ils.elles sont accompagné.e.s dans cette démarche lors des séances de tutorat.

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Paris

ECSA2026 Conference: Citizen Science between Centre and Periphery

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It is the 6th European Citizen Science Association (ECSA) conference. Be part of the most exciting citizen science event in Europe and explore the ECSA conference’s exciting new structure, aimed at encouraging inclusivity and broadening networks. Participate in discussions and collaborate with citizen science practitioners, researchers, activists, scientists, policymakers, artists, and more.

University of Oulu, Paavo

Co-Creating Knowledge: Transforming Research Through Citizen Science

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At this Summer School of the University of Zurich, you will develop the skills and mindset needed to plan and carry out a Citizen Science project - whether you are an academic researcher, practitioner, or a citizen scientist. The program not only introduces methods and tools but also challenges you to reflect on whose knowledge counts, who research is for, how inclusion can be fostered, and how Citizen Science can contribute to societal change. 

Link to webpage: https://www.citizenscienceschool.uzh.ch/en.html
Registration open until Sunday, 15 February 2026.

Fee: The registration fee is 300 CHF (including tax). This fee covers access to 4.5 days of lectures and practical coursework, accommodation in a shared room*, catering (lunch and coffee breaks, dinner is provided on all days except on Wednesday and Friday) and a public transport ticket within the city of Zurich*. In cases of special financial burden, we offer a registration fee reduction of 100 CHF for a limited number of applicants.

Accommodation: We offer accommodation in shared rooms (2 persons) atZurich Youth Hostel from Sunday until Friday for participants living outside the canton of Zurich*. The accommodation is included in the registration fee. If staying in a shared room is not suitable for you, please contact us so we can discuss possible alternatives. 

To register: https://www.apply.csz.uzh.ch/auth/2%3A1%3A0%3A0%3A0%3A_csrf%3A0933426e-5f70-4f24-9985-b66501c4234b/

University of Zurich, Switzerland