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Trustworthy Public Communications
This report provides evidence-based insights and recommendations on how public communicators can strengthen the future of democracies by navigating (new) information ecosystems in ways that earn the trust and confidence of citizens. At a time when trust in government is increasingly recognised as important to democracy, the report aims to support institutions in tackling the societal challenges in communication faced around the globe. The report combines state-of-the-art scientific knowledge and insights from experts, new empirical research on the moralisation of policies and values-targeted communication strategies, and input from citizens on this topic to provide practical guidance to policymakers and institutional communications professionals.
Overview of public engagement in research & innovation
This thematic report provides an introductory overview of Public Engagement in Research and Innovation in Europe, as discussed during the first meeting of the Mutual Learning Exercise on Public Engagement in Research and Innovation. Various policies, frameworks, resources, and projects (mainly EU funded) to promote Public Engagement practices are described. The report aims to inspire and help public actors and policymakers to promote and support public engagement. Published April 2024.
Final Report: Mutual Learning Exercise on Citizen Science Initiatives – Policy and Practice
Final Report of the Mutual Learning Exercise on Citizen Science Initiatives, conducted by the European Commission, to identify and promote good practices, experience and lessons learned. The report presents a summary of the learning and recommendations generated throughout the year-long process3 through the lens of the backcasting approach to strategic planning. The Final Report serves as an inspiration, guide and resource for national policy makers and other key actors in the national science landscape.
Latest factsheets
Brochure of Use Cases on EOSC and Open Science
Brochure showcasing recent use cases on European Open Science Cloud (EOSC) and Open Science. The brochure, developed by the EOSC Future project, presents 31 use cases from different countries in Europe on policies and practices to implement EOSC and Open Science at national level with a short description, key facts, and links for further information for each use case. The use cases have been collected from Member States and Associated Countries in the EOSC Steering Board via the Survey on National Contributions to EOSC and follow-on interviews with designated representatives for each use case. Published May 2024.
Factsheet on Attractive Research Careers in the Union
Overview of new standards and tools for more attractive research careers in the Union such as the European Framework for Research Careers, including a Charter for Researchers aiming at improving working conditions and the ResearchComp website to support researchers’ transversal skills and inter-sectoral careers.
Factsheet on the European Research Area
Factsheet providing an overview of the milestones and objectives of the European Research Area. Published in January 2024.
Latest recommendations and guidelines
Position Paper on Framework Programme 10 from the ERA Forum Sub-Group ‘Inclusive Gender Equality in the ERA’
The ERA Forum Sub-group on ‘Inclusive Gender Equality in the ERA’ concludes the ERA Policy Agenda 2022 – 2024 with a position paper presenting its vision for advancing inclusive gender equality in Framework Programme 10 (FP10) and beyond. This pivotal document lays the foundation for the next phase of European research and innovation, envisioning a future built on collaboration, sustainability, and inclusivity. The paper first reviews the recent advances and success in gender equality policy, including the eligibility criterion of Gender Equality Plans and integration of the gender dimension as a default requirement in Horizon Europe. It then offers nine key recommendations across three areas to secure and sustain the progress made through existing policy. Published December 2024.
Revised Charter for Access to Research Infrastructures
The European Commission has published a revised Charter for Access to Research Infrastructures to foster open science, innovation, and research security. The Charter sets out non-regulatory principles and guidelines, which Research Infrastructures can use as a reference when defining their access policies.
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Trustworthy Public Communications
This report provides evidence-based insights and recommendations on how public communicators can strengthen the future of democracies by navigating (new) information ecosystems in ways that earn the trust and confidence of citizens. At a time when trust in government is increasingly recognised as important to democracy, the report aims to support institutions in tackling the societal challenges in communication faced around the globe. The report combines state-of-the-art scientific knowledge and insights from experts, new empirical research on the moralisation of policies and values-targeted communication strategies, and input from citizens on this topic to provide practical guidance to policymakers and institutional communications professionals.
Overview of public engagement in research & innovation
This thematic report provides an introductory overview of Public Engagement in Research and Innovation in Europe, as discussed during the first meeting of the Mutual Learning Exercise on Public Engagement in Research and Innovation. Various policies, frameworks, resources, and projects (mainly EU funded) to promote Public Engagement practices are described. The report aims to inspire and help public actors and policymakers to promote and support public engagement. Published April 2024.
Final Report: Mutual Learning Exercise on Citizen Science Initiatives – Policy and Practice
Final Report of the Mutual Learning Exercise on Citizen Science Initiatives, conducted by the European Commission, to identify and promote good practices, experience and lessons learned. The report presents a summary of the learning and recommendations generated throughout the year-long process3 through the lens of the backcasting approach to strategic planning. The Final Report serves as an inspiration, guide and resource for national policy makers and other key actors in the national science landscape.
ERA Monitoring report 2023
This EU-level report is the first 18- months review of the progress towards the priority areas for joint action in the European Research Area (ERA), as laid down in the Pact for Research and Innovation in Europe, and of the implementation of the ERA Policy Agenda. It is part of the new ERA Monitoring Mechanism (EMM) and will serve as a baseline when assessing future progress at EU-level. Published 2023.
Fostering Knowledge Valorisation through Citizen Engagement
This report provides an analysis of citizen engagement for knowledge valorisation practices, drawing on 60 selected case studies from 37 countries, across the EU and internationally. The report describes the benefits of participatory processes and explores key elements for successful valorisation of knowledge and research results with the engagement of citizens. Based on the evidence, it provides possible action points for research and innovation actors for effective participatory practices for knowledge valorisation. Published 2024.
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Brochure of Use Cases on EOSC and Open Science
Brochure showcasing recent use cases on European Open Science Cloud (EOSC) and Open Science. The brochure, developed by the EOSC Future project, presents 31 use cases from different countries in Europe on policies and practices to implement EOSC and Open Science at national level with a short description, key facts, and links for further information for each use case. The use cases have been collected from Member States and Associated Countries in the EOSC Steering Board via the Survey on National Contributions to EOSC and follow-on interviews with designated representatives for each use case. Published May 2024.
Factsheet on Attractive Research Careers in the Union
Overview of new standards and tools for more attractive research careers in the Union such as the European Framework for Research Careers, including a Charter for Researchers aiming at improving working conditions and the ResearchComp website to support researchers’ transversal skills and inter-sectoral careers.
Factsheet on the European Research Area
Factsheet providing an overview of the milestones and objectives of the European Research Area. Published in January 2024.
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Recommendations and Guidelines
Position Paper on Framework Programme 10 from the ERA Forum Sub-Group ‘Inclusive Gender Equality in the ERA’
The ERA Forum Sub-group on ‘Inclusive Gender Equality in the ERA’ concludes the ERA Policy Agenda 2022 – 2024 with a position paper presenting its vision for advancing inclusive gender equality in Framework Programme 10 (FP10) and beyond. This pivotal document lays the foundation for the next phase of European research and innovation, envisioning a future built on collaboration, sustainability, and inclusivity. The paper first reviews the recent advances and success in gender equality policy, including the eligibility criterion of Gender Equality Plans and integration of the gender dimension as a default requirement in Horizon Europe. It then offers nine key recommendations across three areas to secure and sustain the progress made through existing policy. Published December 2024.
Revised Charter for Access to Research Infrastructures
The European Commission has published a revised Charter for Access to Research Infrastructures to foster open science, innovation, and research security. The Charter sets out non-regulatory principles and guidelines, which Research Infrastructures can use as a reference when defining their access policies.
