International Museum Day has been organised by ICOM (the International Council of Museums) since 1977. The objective is to raise awareness of the fact that, “Museums are an important means of cultural exchange, enrichment of cultures and development of mutual understanding, cooperation and peace among peoples.” Organised on and around 18 May each year, the events and activities planned to celebrate International Museum Day can last a day, a weekend or a whole week.

On 22, 23 and 24 April all RRI Tools partners met in Lisbon to discuss the project advancement and share practices.

Ecsite is a partner in a proposal on the new H2020 call INSO-4-2015 Innovative schemes for open innovation and science 2.0 (b) and is looking for up to 5 of its members to join the proposal as Third Parties.

Sea Change aims to bring about a fundamental “Sea Change” in the way European citizens view their relationship with the sea, by empowering them – as ‘Ocean Literate’ citizens - to take direct and sustainable action towards healthy seas and ocean, healthy communities and ultimately - a healthy planet. The project started on 1 March.