RRI is a new framework for the meaningful participation
of civil society in research and innovation
RRI can empower civil society to join science
communities in solving the world's challenges
By fostering active participation in research,
RRI leads to shared responsibility among all actors
We cannot separate research and innovation
from their societal impacts
RRI argues for a broader way of defining
and their role in our societies
Diversity and
Inclusion
All social actors should already be
involved from the start of each project
or process to influence how research
and innovation are conducted
Anticipation and
Reflection
Citizens are the key to avoid
unrealistic expectations and the
decoupling between science and society
Openness and
Transparency
CSOs should play a more
relevant role in agenda setting
processes and in the
democratisation of R&I
Responsiveness and
Adaptive Change
Change Civil society needs to be
recognised as a producer of
knowledge and accepted as a
partner in R&I
Citizens’ involvement can lead to more ethically
acceptable processes and outcomes in research
Gender balance aspects must be considered and
CSOs can probably take a lead on this topic
CSOs should advocate for their interests and
get involved in R&I assessment and anticipation
What key
issues should
be taken into
account?
Open Access Citizens demand easier access to research results,
which CSOs can enable
CSOs are underrepresented in R&I
committees. Public engagement can help
CSOs act as the voice of society
CSOs can work with the education system in
engaging and empowering citizens to become
active R&I agents
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