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How can we move from measuring outputs to capturing values? This pitch introduces Key Value Indicators (KVIs) — a participatory approach to assess the social impact of Citizen Science and innovation through what truly matters to communities.

Abstract

Traditional impact assessment tools, centered on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), often fail to capture the ethical, cultural, and social dimensions that define meaningful change in Citizen Science and social innovation. This pitch introduces the concept of Key Value Indicators (KVIs) as a new way to evaluate and guide initiatives that aim for societal transformation rather than mere performance.

KVIs are designed to translate shared values — such as trust, inclusion, equity, and well-being — into measurable, context-aware indicators co-created with stakeholders. By involving citizens in the identification of what truly matters to them, the KVI methodology aligns impact assessment with lived experiences and community priorities.

Ultimately, this approach reframes impact assessment as a dialogue rather than a metric — one that fosters legitimacy, transparency, and shared ownership of results.