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.
Date: Thursday, 19 February 2026 Time: 10:00 – 16:30 Location: Provinciehuis Leuven Includes: Lunch and coffee breaks Price: €50 to cover venue and catering costs (invoiced) Language: The workshop will be held in English
