Our short course is divided into two parts:
An online module (flexible, 1–2 hours): access to video material based on the latest insights and research on citizen participation. The materials will be available from 15 May 2026 and can be followed at your own pace.
An in-person workshop in Amsterdam on 12 June 2026 from 9:30 to 12:30: during this interactive session, you will have the opportunity to ask questions, exchange experiences, and engage with researchers and other professionals facing similar challenges.
The online modules are in English (with Dutch subtitles). The workshop will be largely conducted in English, with several breakout sessions in Dutch.
During the live session, you'll have the chance to ask questions and share your experiences with our researchers, as well as with other municipalities and stakeholders facing similar challenges. A panel of guests from municipalities and related organisations will share their practical experiences and insights on human interaction, social innovation and public participation in energy transition.
Additionally, there will be opportunities to engage in short workshops on citizen personas (and value orientations) in your context, targeted communication strategies, and the role of machine learning in your energy projects.
Read more details about the course here
Location
The in-person workshop will be held at AMS Institute, on the Marineterrein in Amsterdam. The address is Gebouw 027W, Kattenburgerstraat 5, 1018 JA Amsterdam.
More information and directions can be found here. Please note that parking on the Marineterrein is not possible.
Preliminary Program
09.30 – 09.50 Walk in and introduction
09.50 – 10.30 Real-world experiences from stakeholders (panel discussion)
10.30 – 10.50 Activity session 1: finding and surveying your target audience
10.50 – 11.10 Coffee break
11.10 – 11.30 Activity session 2: developing a targeted communication strategy
11.30 – 11.50 Activity session 3: Implementation plans
11.50 – 12.20 Plenary discussion – challenges and opportunities
12.20 – 12.50 Wrap up with light lunch
If you have any questions about this course, please get in touch with Danika Marquis at d.e.marquis@tudelft.nl.
Do you know someone in your network who might be interested in this course? Please feel free to forward this invitation.