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Citizen science and adjacent participatory methods are gaining interest and are increasingly encouraged by funders. However, it can be challenging to design a project that is both inclusive and scientifically rigorous, and work with participants ethically and with sensitivity.
That’s where CS Co-labs (Collaborative Citizen Science labs) comes in. It’s a one-year project run by SEI York, creating a shared space for colleagues and others interested in using citizen science methods to access support, learn from the experience of others and explore new approaches.
If you are using citizen science methods for a research project, or thinking about the possibility, CS Co-labs can link you with experts, to help you refine your ideas or troubleshoot issues, and help you connect with peers doing similar work.
We will also set up an advisory board composed of citizen science participants, to oversee the project and ensure what we do is relevant and appropriate.
Wednesday 29 July 2026, 11:15 – 13:00, University of York
We launched on Wednesday 29 July. The event was open to University of York staff, research students and those outside the university community.
We started with a presentation about the project, with time to ask questions, and then move into informal networking over a catered lunch. There was also an opportunity to help shape our plans for delivery, through interactive voting and brainstorming exercises.
Agenda
11:15 Introductions
11:25 Presentation introducing CS Co-labs
11:40 Help shape the discussion
12:00 Lunch and networking
13:00 End
We are running an online version of the launch on two dates in August:
Please join the CS Co-labs mailing list to receive an invitation to the online launch events and upcoming discussion sessions, get instructions for requesting a clinic and hear about new resources.
There is no requirement to attend a launch event in order to participate in the subsequent CS Co-labs clinics or discussion sessions.
Project / CS Co-labs supports researchers to use citizen science and other participatory methods to deliver high quality, inclusive, and robust sustainability research.
Feature / Use the hub to learn more about citizen science, connect with others using and developing methods, and discover resources, training and events.
Feature / Learn how citizen science methodologies can be valuable at different stages of the research process, and the benefits (and costs) of different approaches.
Past event / In this third CHILI seminar, Sarah West spoke about citizen science and its growing role in understanding the environments we live in. Watch the recording.
