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https://doi.org/10.5194/gc-9-385-2026
https://doi.org/10.5194/gc-9-385-2026
Research article
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26 Aug 2026
Research article |  | 26 Aug 2026

Between expertise and engagement: a qualitative study of Namibian geoscientists' views, attitudes, motivations, and objectives regarding public engagement with science

Josephine Naambo Uushona and Marina Joubert

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This study examines how geoscientists in Namibia engage with the public in relation to their work. Interviews with geoscientists from government, industry, and universities show that while public engagement is valued, it often focuses on sharing information rather than dialogue. Limited time, training, and institutional support constraint engagement, highlighting the need for more inclusive, trust-based approaches that involve communities in decision-making.
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