Parallel Sessions IV – 4.4 Dialogue Session
May 14 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Navigating Climate Crisis Locally: Empowering Communities to Address Climate Anxiety through Effective Engagement
Jadranka Jezeršek Turnes, Kontekst Jadranka Jezeršek Turnes s.p.
The climate crisis demands urgent action, but fear-based communication often triggers climate anxiety and disengagement, particularly among vulnerable audiences. This workshop explores how science communicators and public engagement professionals can navigate the fine line between urgency and hope. Participants will learn to craft impactful messages that inspire local communities to take action while addressing the emotional burden of climate anxiety. The session emphasises how local initiatives can drive global change by using tools like empathy mapping, visual storytelling, and constructive narratives. Attendees will collaborate on designing strategies to connect effectively with diverse audiences, balancing scientific accuracy with emotional resonance. By fostering trust and motivation, this workshop empowers participants to transform climate anxiety into meaningful action, reflecting the conference theme of navigating changing tides in science communication.
Science communication for greater impact – from policy to practise
Anna Maria Fleetwood – Swedish Research Council /Science Europe and Thomas Evensen – Research Council of Norway
This interactive session will explore how to make science communication an integral part of research culture and contribute to excellent science. Key questions include:
- How can communication efforts be more integrated and recognized?
- How can science communicators’ roles in supporting researchers be better valued?
The session will also highlight key recommendations and a position paper from Science Europe, which represents leading public organizations funding cutting-edge research.
Speakers include Anna Maria Fleetwood (Swedish Research Council), Thomas Evensen (Research Council of Norway), and Didier Goossens (Luxembourg National Research Fund). Cissi Billgren Askwall (Swedish Research Council) will moderate the session, organized by the Swedish Research Council and the Research Council of Norway.