Public Engagement Unit

This unit is responsible for implementing the HHU public engagement strategy, referred to as the Citizens’ University (“Bürgeruniversität”). The main objective of the strategy is to promote dialogue between science and society in a wide variety of ways.

Within the framework of the Citizens’ University, HHU researchers can apply for funding in the areas of science communication, research and citizen science and teaching. The Public Engagement Unit team would be pleased to advise and support you. In addition, we offer training on various aspects of science communication on a regular basis.

Our free public events programme is a further key component of the HHU public engagement strategy. It offers a range of topics and formats from all areas of the University throughout the year. You can find upcoming events in our online calendar.

The English version of this website is currently being revised. Please check back soon to view the new content. In the meantime, thank you for your patience!

Mission

As a Citizens’ University, HHU is a place of dialogue where citizens and researchers can reflect on and discuss current developments in society.

Funding

Our funding opportunities focus on three areas: Dialogue in research, dialogue in teaching and further science communication formats.

Events

Events that facilitate open dialogue between citizens and researchers are a key component of the HHU public engagement strategy.

Public Engagement Unit team

Please contact our team to learn more about our work, funding opportunities or events.

Participate

You can find more information about getting involved in the Citizens’ University as a researcher, citizen or student here.

Blog

In our blog we showcase a variety of teaching, science communication and citizen science projects (please note that this page is only available in German).

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