BEiNG WISE

Communication and Dissemination Plan

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Document Information

  • Title: Communication and Dissemination Plan
  • Version: 1.3
  • Date: 26 March 2024
  • Contributors: Valeria Loscri, Mohamad Gharib, BEiNG-WISE CORE Group

Summary

This document defines the Communication, Dissemination, and Valorisation Plan for the BEiNG-WISE COST Action (CA22104). Its purpose is to identify effective communication channels, dissemination activities, and valorisation strategies to maximize the Action’s impact.

The plan ensures that BEiNG-WISE activities, events, and results are shared with a wide audience, increasing visibility and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across technical, social, and legal aspects of cybersecurity.

It sets guidelines for:

  • Raising awareness of project activities and outcomes.
  • Identifying target groups (academics, industry, regulators, law enforcement, and the general public).
  • Using effective tools (website, social media, newsletters, events).
  • Maximizing impact through timely dissemination and collaboration opportunities.

Key Themes

The strategy is built around four core principles:

  • Being Visible: Promoting BEiNG-WISE results and activities broadly.
  • Being Interactive: Strengthening dialogue between WGs, stakeholders, and the public.
  • Being Influential: Encouraging adoption of project results by academia, industry, and policymakers.
  • Being Sustainable: Supporting young researchers and building a long-lasting community.

Target Audiences

The plan identifies multiple stakeholders:

  • Companies and industry representatives
  • Academics and the scientific community
  • Doctoral students and young researchers
  • Standardization/regulatory bodies
  • Law enforcement agencies
  • International R&D organizations
  • The general public

Communication Channels

Digital:

  • Official Website: https://beingwise.eu
  • Social Media (LinkedIn, Instagram)
  • Online meetings and instant messaging (Webex, Zoom, Slack)
  • Biannual newsletters
  • Media outreach

In-Person:

  • Conferences, workshops, training schools, and seminars
  • Meetings with WGs and external stakeholders

Monitoring & Risks

The plan sets clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as website visits, social media engagement, publications, and event participation.
Potential risks (e.g., low engagement, lack of awareness) are identified, with mitigation strategies to ensure impact and sustainability.

Contacts

  • Action Chair: Dr. Valeria Loscri – INRIA (France)
  • Action Vice Chair: Prof. Nicolas Sklavos – University of Patras (Greece)
  • Science Communication Coordinator: Dr. Mohamad Gharib – University of Tartu (Estonia)
  • Co-Leader Science Communication: Dr. Omran Ayoub – SUPSI (Switzerland)

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[2024] BEiNG-WISE – Communication and Dissemination Plan – FinalDownload