The CIPAST-Project aims at bringing together different families of experienced actors from organizations with significant experiences in the use of participatory procedures in scientific and technological issues, including genetically modified organisms and nanotechnology policymaking. Twelve organizations from seven countries co-operate in this three year project to achieve and encourage improved knowledge and experience transfer between European actors and decision-makers involved in participatory initiatives by structuring a network, disseminating good practices and circulating relevant information. The CIPAST platform supports the structuring of an expanded network of European organizations involved in participatory processes via management of a discussion list, a website and an European newsletter. With methods and best practices, participatory initiatives, actors directory, media and events.
