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There are 2 events coming up in Brussels focused on connecting with audiences and public engagement of research findings.:

FP7 Science in Society Networking Event 2012 will be hosted in Brussels on September 19^th. The free event will allow stakeholders including universities, civil society organisations, companies and public authorities to share project ideas on the engagement of society with scientific research and innovation. The event will include presentations from the Commission on the detail of the calls and will focus on:

• Mobilisation and Mutual Learning Activities (MMLAs);
• Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) on tackling societal challenges;
• Gender in science and research; and
• New developments in science and education.

European Audiences 2020 and Beyond will be held in Brussels 16-17^th October. The event will provide inspirational examples of audience development by cultural organizations and foster European exchange of practice on audience development strategies. Around 22 speakers will debate in four different panels, dedicated to empowering the audience, engaging the audience, diversifying the audience and hosting the audience. The speakers are project promoters from the EU Culture and MEDIA programmes, as well as other good practices from the cultural sector.

Don’t forget if you need help or advice on public engagement, speak to our BU expert Rebecca Edwards!