About
The association brings together researchers and practitioners engaged in the study and practice of citizen science. It acts as a communication and coordination hub for the growing citizen science community in Lithuania. The association organizes science communication events, presents research, and promotes citizen science projects.
Governance structure and contact
Founder and Director: Dr. Monika Mačiulienė
Founding Members: Dr. Eglė Butkevičienė, Dr. Diana Marčiulynienė
For collaboration inquiries, please contact the association’s director at monika.maciuliene@pilieciumokslas.lt.
Projects
The association participates in national and international projects that promote citizen science, public engagement, and democratic innovation. Our activities include developing tools and methods for inclusive research, organizing citizen assemblies, and strengthening collaboration between scientists, institutions, and communities.
The association participates in national and international projects that promote citizen science, public engagement, and democratic innovation. Our activities include developing tools and methods for inclusive research, organizing citizen assemblies, and strengthening collaboration between scientists, institutions, and communities.
The association contributes to the DIGICHer, which promotes inclusive and ethical digitisation of minority communities’ cultural heritage. Our role focuses on applying citizen science and co-creation methods to strengthen participation and collaboration between researchers, institutions, and communities.
The association supported a research project exploring the potential of citizen science to address social challenges in local communities. The project examined how citizens, researchers, and institutions can collaborate, identified barriers to participation, and developed recommendations for public bodies on applying citizen science in Lithuania.
The association was founded during the EU-Citizen.Science project — a Horizon 2020 initiative that created Europe’s main knowledge and community hub for citizen science. The project aimed to strengthen collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers, promote citizen participation in research, and advance citizen science as a recognized approach to public engagement and science communication across Europe.
Scientists from the association are part of the RIECS-Concept consortium, which works to design a European Research Infrastructure for Excellence in Citizen Science. They contribute to the project’s communication and dissemination activities, helping connect research communities and promote the integration of citizen science resources, data, and practices across Europe.
Services
- Citizen Science Project Development and Consultation
We support researchers, organizations, and communities in launching and managing citizen science projects – from concept to outcomes. Our services include advice on research design, data collection, analysis, and project management. - Citizen Engagement in Science and Policy
We design and implement processes that involve citizens in decision-making and policy development. We assist in planning and organizing citizens’ assemblies, public consultations, and policy dialogues. - Deliberative Processes and CLIMAS Toolbox Application
We apply the CLIMAS Toolbox – a set of tools developed within the CLIMAS project to support the organization of Climate Assemblies and other deliberative processes. We provide methodological support and practical guidance for its use. - Communication and Dissemination in Research and Innovation Projects
We develop communication strategies, plan dissemination activities, create informational and visual content, and coordinate engagement with the public and media. - Training and Capacity Building
We provide training in Lithuanian and English on citizen science, participatory research, deliberation, facilitation, co-creation, and inclusive dialogue methods. - Research and Data Communication
We help translate research findings into accessible content by preparing reports, infographics, data visualizations, and interactive stories tailored to different audiences.
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