Event(s) Summary
Number of Events Organized During Brain Awareness Week:
8
Year:
2022
Type of Events Held:
- Brain Bee
- Exhibit
- Lecture/Briefing
- Online/Virtual
- Other
- School Program
- Other: Movies with expert discussion; Fishbowl discussion; One lecture was given virtually.
Target Audiences:
- General Public
- High school students (9-12)
- Professionals
Approximate Number of People Reached:
300
Details of Major Brain Awareness Week Events/Activities:
With our program we want to inform the general public, high school students, and professionals about the current neuroscience research. We also intend to nudge reflection about ethical issues, neuroscience in the society etc.
We had always a very interested audience and are very satisfied with the discussions, attendance and the general outcome.
Event Planning & Publicity
Publicity Methods Used:
- Emails
- Mailings
- Website
- Social Media
Which of These Publicity Methods Was The Most Successful?
We cannot tell which ones are the most successful. Sometimes it is better to direct directly, sometimes Twitter is the best to announce.
Resources
Which BAW graphic materials did you use in publicizing your events?
- Brain Awareness Week Logos
Feedback & Keys to Success
How do you feel BAW participation benefited your organization and the local community?
With these events we increase the visibility of our research and educational programs (graduate programs). This is very important for us.
