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[Descubra la Alianza CIVIS ](https://civis.eu/es/discover-civis-alliance) 2. [Nuestro trabajo ](https://civis.eu/es/discover-civis-alliance/our-work) 3. [Open Labs & compromiso cívico ](https://civis.eu/es/discover-civis-alliance/our-work/open-labs-civic-engagement) 4. Public Makers Public Makers =============== Public Makers is an educational and collaborative initiative dedicated to public policy experimentation. The programme brings together students, researchers, public administration to co-design solutions to contemporary societal challenges. Its objective is to develop more inclusive, sustainable, and performant public policies through interdisciplinary methods and collective intelligence. The course combines theory and practice through workshops, field projects, policy prototyping, and stakeholder engagement activities. Students work on real public issues using tools such as systems thinking, co-creation, and policy experimentation. Public Makers functions both as a learning environment and as a public innovation lab, encouraging practical collaboration between academia and public actors while fostering experimentation approaches to policymaking. Main Beneficiaries & Social Impact --------------------------------------- ### Main Beneficiaries The programme primarily targets students and public policymakers, who collaborate on projects addressing complex “wicked problems” in contemporary society. Throughout the course, eight public administrations act as mentors, guiding interdisciplinary student teams in the development of innovative policy solutions. Beyond the project work itself, the 40 participating students present and pitch their outcomes through creative poster sessions during a public scientific and artistic conference gathering over 120 participants, including representatives from NGOs, public administrations, researchers, and artists. This collaborative format fosters dialogue across sectors and encourages the co-creation of innovative, inclusive, and practice-oriented approaches to public policy challenges. ### Social Impact Students gain hands-on learning opportunities by working directly with policymakers on real societal challenges. They develop practical skills in policy design, systems thinking, collaboration, and public speaking, while also benefiting from exposure to interdisciplinary and real-world policy processes. Public actors involved in the programme benefit from fresh perspectives, creative approaches, and experimentation developed by student teams. The programme also strengthens professional and cross-sector networks through mentorship, teamwork, and a final public conference gathering more than 120 participants from diverse backgrounds. By engaging with real policy issues and external stakeholders, students build capacities in co-creation, problem-solving, and democratic innovation. The expected social impact includes increased awareness of complex public challenges, stronger collaboration between academia and public institutions, and the emergence of innovative policy ideas that contribute to more collaborative policymaking. Core Methodology ------------------ The core methodology tackles complex public policy challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. Students from different fields co-design solutions with public institutions using collective intelligence, policy analysis, and design thinking. The process combines problem reframing, stakeholder engagement, field research, and iterative solution development for inclusive and sustainable public action. Events in the Project ---------------------- **Event Name** **Dates** **Location** **Description** Academic presentation 15 April 2026 Brussels, USquare Mentors (Public Administration) Teachers Posters Session 21 April 0226 Brussels, USquare Public Administrations, Academics, NGOs, Artists. Take-Aways ----------- - Complex public challenges require interdisciplinary collaboration. - Co-creation with public institutions leads to more actionable solutions. - Simple and feasible ideas can generate strong institutional impact. - Collective intelligence improves policy innovation and inclusiveness. - Field research and stakeholder engagement are essential for relevance. - Students can become real contributors to public sector transformation. ![Participant](https://civis.eu/storage/files/civis-coms-unit-details-13.jpg) > I wasn’t expecting such an idea, but it’s so simple, relevant, and feasible that I’m going to take it with me. Participant Partners --------- **Partner Name** **Type** **Bio** [Perspective.Brussels](https://perspective.brussels/fr) Public Administration It is the leading public center of expertise for territorial development in the Brussels-Capital Region. [Centre for Risk Coordination and Expertise Transfer (CORTEX) – Service Public de Wallonie](https://www.wallonie.be/fr/acteurs-et-institutions/wallonie/pole-strategique/centre-de-coordination-des-risques-et-de-la-transmission-de-lexpertise-cortex) Public Administration The role and missions of CORTEX are the management of risks and crises related to regional competences. [Service Lecture Publique de la Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles](https://www.culture.be/administration/administration-de-la-culture/action-territoriale/direction-de-la-lecture-publique/) Public Administration The Public Reading Service supports public libraries through funding, development, training, digital tools, and sector-wide coordination. [Nido BOSA](https://www.nidolab.be/fr/) Public Administration NIDO BOSA is the federal administration’s innovation lab, supports and promotes innovation across the public administration. [Actiris](https://www.actiris.brussels/fr/citoyens/qui-sommes-nous/) Public Administration Actiris is the public employment service of the Brussels-Capital Region, helping job seekers find sustainable employment while providing free recruitment and workforce support services to employers. [Easy.Brussels](https://be.brussels/fr/propos-de-la-region/structure-et-organisation/administrations-et-institutions-de-la-region/easybrussels) Public Administration Easy.brussels is the Brussels agency for administrative simplification, dedicated to improving public services by reducing administrative burdens and enhancing the user experience for citizens and businesses. [SPP Intégration sociale](https://www.mi-is.be/fr) Public Administration The Federal Public Planning Service for Social Integration (PPS SI) develops and coordinates federal policies on social inclusion, poverty reduction, social cohesion, and sustainable urban development to support vulnerable populations and promote an inclusive society. [Caisse auxiliaire de paiement des allocations de chômage](https://hvw-capac.fgov.be/fr) Public Administration CAPAC is is a Belgian public social security institution that provides unemployment and activation benefits while supporting job seekers throughout their employment journey. ### Public Policy Lecturer and WP4 CIVIS Leader ![Public Policy Lecturer and WP4 CIVIS Leader](https://civis.eu/storage/files/universite-libre-de-bruxelles.png)- Fanny Sbaraglia - [Email](mailto:fanny.sbaraglia@ulb.be) ![CIVIS – Europe’s Civic University Alliance](https://civis.eu/build/assets/civis-CCpvK1nT.svg) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Europe’s Civic University Alliance ![Co-funded by the European Union](https://civis.eu/build/assets/co-funded-by-the-european-union-DSKLW1us.png)Views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). 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