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2025
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Title
D3.2 - Pilots: Final Report. WP3 - Implementing Responsible Research and Innovation in Security Research; Insights from four Test Cases
Abstract
This deliverable presents the results of the TRANSCEND pilot activities aimed at testing and validating strategies to enhance citizen participation in security research, based on Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) principles.
Chapter 2 outlines the TRANSCEND methodology for the planning and implementation of citizen engagement activities in technology development using the Participatory Impact Pathways Analysis (PIPA) approach.
Chapter 3 deals with the Cybersecurity Pilot, focusing on measures to protect computer networks and data from unauthorized access, thereby safeguarding
organisations and citizens. Despite the technical complexity and transparency issues, citizen involvement can enhance cyber awareness, resilience, trust, and innovation, especially in areas impacting daily life. Collaborating with three research projects, the pilot activities explored ways to make cybersecurity applications more citizen-centric, addressing challenges like recruitment difficulties and contextual adaptation.
Chapter 4 presents the Disaster Resilient Societies pilot aimed at improving the Team Österreich app - a digital platform for disaster preparedness and
response developed by the Austrian Red Cross. Workshops focused on adapting the app to better meet the needs of volunteers and professionals in crisis situations. Participants evaluated the app's functionality and provided suggestions for improvement, such as enhanced zoom features and downloadable checklists, with positive feedback on the usefulness of the TRANSCEND guidelines for successful engagement.
Chapter 5 presents the Fighting Crime and Terrorism pilot, conducted in partnership with the City of Mechelen (Belgium), focusing on urban security.
The pilot explored ways to encourage citizens, especially young people, to participate in discussions about urban safety and preventing radicalisation. Through co-creation workshops, participants collaborated on strategies to enhance security and mitigate radicalization risks, fostering trust and innovation, with feedback emphasizing successful engagement and valuable insights for improving urban security policies. Chapter 6 presents the results of the Border Management pilot, aimed at promoting citizen involvement in the use of technological systems at borders. It addresses especially the challenge of engaging civil society organisations (CSOs) to improve transparency and effectiveness in border management practices. Workshops gathered different stakeholders and put CSOs perspectives at the centre, focusing on innovations that better serve public needs while ensuring security. Feedback highlighted the importance and difficulty of CSO involvement in refining technologies and promoting inclusive practices.
Chapter 2 outlines the TRANSCEND methodology for the planning and implementation of citizen engagement activities in technology development using the Participatory Impact Pathways Analysis (PIPA) approach.
Chapter 3 deals with the Cybersecurity Pilot, focusing on measures to protect computer networks and data from unauthorized access, thereby safeguarding
organisations and citizens. Despite the technical complexity and transparency issues, citizen involvement can enhance cyber awareness, resilience, trust, and innovation, especially in areas impacting daily life. Collaborating with three research projects, the pilot activities explored ways to make cybersecurity applications more citizen-centric, addressing challenges like recruitment difficulties and contextual adaptation.
Chapter 4 presents the Disaster Resilient Societies pilot aimed at improving the Team Österreich app - a digital platform for disaster preparedness and
response developed by the Austrian Red Cross. Workshops focused on adapting the app to better meet the needs of volunteers and professionals in crisis situations. Participants evaluated the app's functionality and provided suggestions for improvement, such as enhanced zoom features and downloadable checklists, with positive feedback on the usefulness of the TRANSCEND guidelines for successful engagement.
Chapter 5 presents the Fighting Crime and Terrorism pilot, conducted in partnership with the City of Mechelen (Belgium), focusing on urban security.
The pilot explored ways to encourage citizens, especially young people, to participate in discussions about urban safety and preventing radicalisation. Through co-creation workshops, participants collaborated on strategies to enhance security and mitigate radicalization risks, fostering trust and innovation, with feedback emphasizing successful engagement and valuable insights for improving urban security policies. Chapter 6 presents the results of the Border Management pilot, aimed at promoting citizen involvement in the use of technological systems at borders. It addresses especially the challenge of engaging civil society organisations (CSOs) to improve transparency and effectiveness in border management practices. Workshops gathered different stakeholders and put CSOs perspectives at the centre, focusing on innovations that better serve public needs while ensuring security. Feedback highlighted the importance and difficulty of CSO involvement in refining technologies and promoting inclusive practices.
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