On June 18, we are celebrating citizen science with the Citizen Science Fair 2025, organised by Scivil, ECS and ECSA.
The Citizen Science Fair is a prelude to the Cluster Event 'Advancing Public Engagement and Citizen Science in the ERA', that will take place on June 19.
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Overview
Join us for the Citizen Science Fair 2025, an event highlighting the growing influence and innovation of citizen science across Europe. Organised by European Citizen Science (ECS), Scivil, the Institute of Natural Sciences, and the European Commission, this event aims to foster cross-sector collaboration and policy dialogue.
Set in the scenic gardens of the Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences, this event brings together engaged citizens, researchers, policymakers, and community leaders to explore how citizen science strengthens research and public engagement.
What's it all about?
Did you know anyone can be a scientist? Citizen science brings research closer to you: people from all walks of life – including you – can help make discoveries, collect data, and explore the world around us.
Join us and discover how you can make a real difference.
On 18 June 2025, we invite you to explore inspiring projects and meet the people behind the science. This free outdoor event celebrates how everyday actions can lead to extraordinary discoveries.
What can you expect?
● Exhibitions & Showcases: Interactive stands featuring citizen science projects from Brussels, across Belgium, and beyond.
● Live Demos: Join in and experience science in action – collect data, analyse results, and more!
● Meet & Talk: Chat with scientists, policymakers, and fellow citizen scientists. Got a great idea for a project? We’d love to hear it!
Who is it for?
Everyone! Families, students, teachers, scientists, non-scientists, curious minds, and even passers-by … this is your science celebration!
Event Objectives
● Highlight successful citizen science projects across Europe
● Promote collaboration between academic, public and policy sectors
● Inspire scalable, citizen-driven research models
Event Highlights
● Exhibitions & Showcases: Interactive displays of ongoing citizen science projects in Brussels and beyond.
● Live Demonstrations: Hands-on experiences where attendees can participate in data collection and analysis.
● Networking Opportunities: Space for discussions between scientists, policymakers, and citizen scientists.
Explore more and join us: https://www.scivil.be/en/event/citizen-science-fair