On Wednesday 23rd of July, as part of the European project Co-Value, two focus groups were held at the Alicante Entrepreneur Centre (ImpulsAlicante) within the framework of Citizen Engagement for Knowledge Valorisation. The sessions took place in an accessible and welcoming space for citizens, also helping to strengthen collaboration with public institutions in Alicante.

In the morning, the session was aimed at young people under the age of 25, while in the afternoon the group of participants over 25 met. Each focus group involved 12 participants, with equal representation of men and women and diverse socio-demographic profiles, which enriched both the debate and the generation of ideas.

The activities focused on reflecting on emerging technologies with social impact, exploring perceptions, opportunities and challenges related to their development and application in everyday life. The insights gathered during these sessions will serve as a valuable basis for advancing the project’s goals in citizen knowledge valorisation.

Each session included a welcome coffee and refreshments, with snacks available during the exercises and a final informal gathering with food, helping to create a relaxed and participatory atmosphere.

These Citizen Engagement for Knowledge Valorisation activities in Alicante represent another step in Co-Value’s commitment to involving citizens in the joint development of knowledge-based solutions aimed at social transformation.