The Citizen Science Hub Twente supports and coordinates Citizen Science activities at the University of Twente. At Citizen Science Hub Twente (CSHT), we bring together citizens, researchers, governments, and civil society organisations to co-create knowledge that contributes to a more just, sustainable, and healthy society. We support a wide range of citizen science activities — from small local initiatives to large-scale collaborative research.
Our Services
We offer tailored support for all phases of a citizen science project, including:
🔹 Co-Design & Facilitation
We help shape research questions in collaboration with citizens and stakeholders, ensuring the process is inclusive and aligned with societal needs.
🔹 Project Development & Support
From concept to execution, we assist in developing and running citizen science projects — including guidance on ethics, data management, and communication.
🔹 Training & Capacity Building
We are developing workshops, toolkits, and training sessions for researchers, citizens, and institutions who want to build skills in participatory research.
🔹 Partnership Building
We connect actors across the region — from municipalities and schools to NGOs and entrepreneurs — to form strong, interdisciplinary collaborations.
🔹 Policy Advice & Impact Strategies
We advise local and regional authorities on how to integrate citizen science into policy development and public engagement strategies.
Developing PRO BONO: Building Regional Capacity for Citizen Science
Citizen Science Hub Twente is a key partner in PRO BONO, a multi-year initiative that strengthens the regional ecosystem for citizen science. Funded by the Dutch Research Council (NWO) and supported by partners including University of Twente, Saxion University of Applied Sciences, the Province of Overijssel, the Municipality of Enschede, Tetem and Twentse Noabers, PRO BONO aims to:
- Embed citizen science in public institutions, education, and policy
- Create long-term infrastructure and support for citizen-led research
- Enable equitable participation and knowledge co-creation across disciplines and sectors
- Build bridges between science, government, and society
Through PRO BONO, we are developing new forms of collaboration, experimenting with sustainable models for participation and funding, and working towards an inclusive regional knowledge democracy.
Whether you are a researcher, policymaker, organisation, or an engaged citizen — we invite you to collaborate with us.
Let’s shape the future of science, together.
If you would like to know more, please contact us via citizen-science@utwente.nl