This report presents the state and evolution of CIVIS governance bodies in the first three years of its existance. It highlights the successful implementation of efficient set of structures and procedures to ensure that decision-making is achieved in ways that are inclusive (all members must be heard), respectful of differences in uses, governance culture and laws, and efficient at reaching decisions fast enough to provide CIVIS with the reactivity that is required.
Two key elements of CIVIS Governance are underlined in the report: One specificity of the CIVIS governance bodies is that they rely on two complementary legitimacies: Political legitimacy, reflected in all governing bodies; and academic legitimacy, more specifically envisioned at the level of the hubs through the hub councils and their chairs.
The other key element of the CIVIS governance is its bottom-up approach. This bottom-up approach is directly linked to:
- The challenge-based approach materialised by the interdisciplinary hubs which are at the heart of CIVIS, and
- The civic engagement mostly implemented by the Open Labs. Both function essentially from the local level to the global level.
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Challenge-based learning approach in course design (2026)
This module is part of a broader upskilling initiative aimed at educators who wish to learn how to apply innovative methodologies to their teaching practice.- Challenged-based approach
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IMAGINING HOMELAND: PALMYRA'S (IN)TANGIBLE HERITAGE AND THE VOICES OF DISPLACEMENT
This volume is a monograph documenting the virtual reconstruction projects of the Temple of Baalshamin, one of the most significant forms of tangible heritage belonging to the Syrian community, destroyed as a result of terrorist attacks. Through a series of workshops with Syrian communities—including refugees, displaced persons, and individuals who have experienced either forced or voluntary migration—the virtual reconstruction is presented as a process that supports social inclusion and the reconstruction of cultural identity.- Communication and Dissemination
- Cultural heritage
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