DUST’s Stakeholder Engagement and Participation (STEP) Index is a tool that measures involvement in just sustainability transition policies. Check out the user-friendly manual here: https://www.dustproject.eu/releases-d2-5 How can we increase citizen engagement in decision-making?

In DUST, we’ve identified key patterns and effective approaches to intercultural communication in citizen engagement activities. Understanding these can greatly improve collaboration across diverse communities. Learn more in our latest post: The Importance of Intercultural Communication in Citizen E

DUST researchers applied the Actor-Process-Event Scheme (APES) to more deeply understand participation over time and particularly in sustainability transition policies.  https://www.dustproject.eu/post/apes-in-the-dust-project  How do you track and asses citizen engagement?

DUST research highlights different settings for participation within formal authorities and created spaces outside of them, such as museums. These environments empower communities, increase accessibility, and foster more authentic and inclusive interactions. Read more about it here! What are effect