Science communication for social inclusion: exploring science & art approaches

Paulo Nuno Vicente (1) , Ana Matias , Andreia Dias , Cláudia Gonçalves , Paulo Nuno Vicente , Ana Lúcia Mena

1 NOVA - Universidade Nova de Lisboa = NOVA University Lisbon

Engaging communities at risk of social exclusion poses a big challenge for science communicators. We schematize a framework for projects using science & art to promote social inclusion, composed of 3 phases-design, plan and collaboration; implementation; and evaluation. We present a case study that aimed to engage with a community of migrant senior women, mostly illiterate. Our findings suggest high engagement was achieved by building trust, involving emotions, choosing a relatable topic and following participatory practices. Inclusive activities occurred on the short-term, but for medium-term impact, community insiders need to be regarded as a second audience.

Domains: Humanities and Social Sciences

Paulo Nuno Vicente, Ana Matias, Andreia Dias, Cláudia Gonçalves, Paulo Nuno Vicente, et al.. Science communication for social inclusion: exploring science & art approaches. JCOM : Journal of Science Communication, 2021, 20, ⟨10.22323/2.20020205⟩. ⟨hprints-03201120⟩