This deliverable presents the final CitiObs toolkit that helps Citizen Observatories work better with communities, city services, and policymakers across different levels of government. It offers easy-to-use guidance to understand participation challenges, rebuild trust, handle conflicts, include diverse voices, and make sure citizen‑generated data is used in real decisions. The toolkit was refined with partner feedback and practical examples, so users can quickly diagnose issues and choose proven methods that fit their local context.
This deliverable showcases a series of short, accessible videos that share what CitiObs partners are learning about citizen science e.g., how communities measure their environment, engage people, and use results to inform local decisions. The videos feature stories and tips from 35 Citizen Observatories across Europe and are organized as project overviews, thematic/partner spotlights, and recordings from practical workshops and webinars. All materials follow simple quality and consent guidelines and are published on the CitiObs YouTube channel and website, with integration into the Knowledge Platform so anyone can find, learn from, and reuse them over time.
This deliverable shares the CitiObs Needs Assessment for partner Citizen Observatories, highlighting what support they require to involve communities and make their data useful for local decisions. It gathers simple baseline info, a short self‑assessment, and insights from an onboarding workshop to spot common needs like using low‑cost sensors, understanding results, and working with city officials. The findings guide a practical training plan and peer groups so partners can learn from each other and get the right help at the right time.
This deliverable presents the Beta version of the CitiObs "Leave No One Behind" (LNOB) Toolkit, designed to help Citizen Observatories (COs) foster diverse and inclusive participation. The toolkit provides practical methods and guidance to engage people from various backgrounds, including different genders, social statuses, literacy levels, abilities, and cultural contexts. It includes workshop materials, facilitation techniques, and structured advice for improving equity and representation in CO activities. The Beta version will be tested and refined with project partners before being integrated into the CitiObs Cookbook, ensuring broad accessibility and usability.
This deliverable outlines the updated strategy for communicating and promoting CitiObs, ensuring its visibility and impact. It provides guidance for all project partners on how to share findings, engage stakeholders, and maximize the use of project results. The plan includes targeted communication strategies, dissemination activities such as events and publications, and an exploitation approach to ensure the long-term sustainability of CitiObs outcomes. It also highlights key tools, channels, and branding guidelines to effectively reach diverse audiences, from policymakers to local communities.
The deliverable outlines the project's technical architecture, explaining how data from citizen observatories—such as air quality sensors—is collected, processed, and shared. It describes a step-by-step system that ensures raw sensor data is validated, standardized, and integrated into a unified platform, making it easier to use for decision-making and research. The architecture prioritizes open standards, real-time updates, and accessibility, ensuring that citizen-generated data can contribute meaningfully to environmental monitoring and policy initiatives.
