Ainsworth, Gillian and Anderson, Darcie and Ballesteros, Marta and Bentley, Jacob and Cavieses, Ricardo and Chevallier, Adrien and Gaglioti, Martina and Márquez, Maria Gamaza and Glyki, Eirini and Gyimah, David and Hamon, Katell and Garrido, Alejandro Hidalgo and Hopkins, Stéphanie and Kastanidi, Erasmia and Kisters, Tom and Kriegl, Michael and Lehuta, Sigrid and Lincoln, Sarina and Jørgensen, Lis Lindal and Llope, Marcos and Macher, Claire and Makris, Jelto and Martins, Irene and Meerhoff, Erika and Morsbach, Samuel and Moullec, Fabien and Seck, Mamadou Ndiaw and Pace, Matthew and Peixoto, Ualerson and Perryman, Holly Ann and Pierce, Maria E. and Planque, Benjamin and Reid, David and Gutierrez, Alfredo Santiago Garcia de Vinuesa and Scholte, Charlotte and Steins, Nathalie and Thebaud, Oliver and Zafimamatrapehy, Deutz (2025) Workshop on Participatory Modelling (WKParticipatoryModelling; outputs from 2024 meeting). Project Report. ICES Scientific Reports 7:75, 52pp..
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The Workshop on Participatory Modelling (WKParticipatoryModelling) was convened to advance the integration of participatory approaches into ICES science and advice. Its terms of reference included reviewing past participatory modelling experiences, identifying where its application could improve ICES processes, and developing a structured framework for future implementation. The workshop addressed three questions: (1) How has participatory modelling been used inside and outside ICES, and what lessons can be drawn? (2) In which areas could ICES benefit from participatory modelling? (3) How to build a robust participatory modelling framework compatible with ICES workflows? The workshop found that while participatory modelling improves the credibility, relevance, and acceptance of scientific outputs, its application within ICES is inconsistent. Some successes were achieved in integrated ecosystem assessment (IEA) groups and more specifically in the Workshop on an Ecosystem Based Approach to Fishery Management for the Irish Sea (WKIRISH) expert group. However, major challenges remain, including a lack of structured methods, limited training, and difficulties in balancing empirical science with experiential stakeholder knowledge. The group identified high-priority areas for participatory modelling, including mixed-fisheries management, integrated ecosystem assessments, marine spatial planning, biodiversity conservation, and climate impact assessments. Participatory modelling is especially relevant when stakes are high, uncertainties are high, multiple views or interests are conflicting, and when models represent the behaviour of human groups. A draft framework was developed to guide participatory modelling in ICES. It emphasizes clear justification for participation, rigorous stakeholder selection, co-development of models, robust facilitation, transparent communication, and systematic monitoring and evaluation. The framework is modular to allow adaptation across different projects and sectors. A practical method to guide, assess, and report participatory engagement is also provided as annex to the report. Future work priorities include testing and developing the framework in selected case studies, training ICES scientists and stakeholders in participatory techniques, showcasing participatory modelling at ICES Annual Science Conference, and embedding participatory modelling practices into standard ICES advisory processes. The long-term goal is to institutionalize participatory modelling to enhance trust, transparency, and the real-world applicability of ICES science and advice.
| Item Type: | Monograph (Project Report) |
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| Additional Information: | ISSN 2618-1371 |
