This session explores how science communicators and public engagement professionals actively shape the relationship between science and democracy. If we truly make a difference, what are we doing right—and how can we do even more? By examining the real impact of our work, we will discuss ways to foster trust in science, influence policy, and empower informed decision-making, ensuring that science remains a driving force in democratic societies.

Equipping researchers and communicators with the right skills and resources is essential for effective science engagement. This session explores researcher training programs, toolkits for public engagement on critical raw materials, and the role of emotions in science dialogue. Speakers will also discuss the professionalization of science communication, innovative outreach strategies like digital engagement, and insights from Canadian climate experts on public understanding of climate change. Together, these talks highlight key strategies for strengthening science communication and public engagement.

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Innovative and immersive experiences can make science more accessible and engaging. This session explores diverse approaches, from forest biodiversity education and scientific tourism in rural areas to performing arts collaborations and theater for climate awareness. Speakers will also share insights on using circus arts to enhance science communication and fostering curiosity through informal engagement, such as science-themed cocoa gatherings. Together, these talks highlight the power of creativity in making science meaningful to broader audiences.

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Ready, set, go! Join us for this hurdle race as we leap over language barriers together. In this hands-on workshop, participants will have a chance to experience the same scientific presentation numerous times but each time linguistic barriers are lowered through engaging communication techniques. Is that gibberish for you? Then wait until the researcher asks you to participate in their experiment and invites you into their world. After these interactive presentations, we will collaboratively collate the best practice of communicating research across countries and reflect on how we can gain strength from cultural diversity by adapting techniques that make science accessible to all.

Over the past 16 months EUSEA has been part of an intensive exploration of public engagement with research and innovation through a Mutual Learning Exercise (MLE). Initiated by the European...