Applying citizen science approaches in prevention
Event Details
DATE
Time to AEST
Event Series Research Seminar
Location In-person
Chau Chak Wing Museum, University Place, Camperdown NSW, Australia
This workshop is designed for policy makers and practitioners who are interested in using citizen science approaches in their work. It aims to equip delegates with the knowledge, skills and confidence to design, implement and evaluate citizen science projects.
This workshop is ideal for those working in health and wellbeing-related roles in policy and practice settings (for example, council staff, health promotion officers and program managers). Upon completion, delegates will be able to:
- Describe key features of citizen science approaches and how these have been applied in preventive health.
- Assess the types of research questions and projects that would benefit from the use of a citizen science approach.
- Appraise the benefits and challenges of using a citizen science approach.
- Design a citizen science project, including developing clear objectives.
- Apply a citizen science approach within their own work.
- Evaluate the impacts of citizen science approaches.
This event is hosted by the Citizen Science in Prevention project team, based at the University of Sydney, supported by the Prevention Centre.