Release of a live ELIXIR Communication Strategy

One of the major priorities of WP13, and a critical factor in the overall effectiveness of EXCELERATE, is the development of an ELIXIR-wide Communications Strategy and the effective implementation of this. The scale of users of ELIXIR’s services across the globe, as well as the number of partners involved in jointly running the infrastructure, requires that ELIXIR uses modern, effective communication channels to convey simple, clear messages. This Deliverable saw the development of ELIXIR’s first, infrastructure-wide Communications Strategy. The strategy has undergone several rounds of consultation with internal partners and Communications experts across the ELIXIR Nodes (see task 1.2), including during a one-day workshop help to gather stakeholder input. The completed Strategy has been endorsed by ELIXIR Heads of Nodes and will remain a living document, undergoing regular review and updates as required. The Communications Strategy sets the overall strategic direction for dissemination activities led by the ELIXIR Hub and Nodes. It sets out the various priorities and procedures to be followed across all aspects of ELIXIR’s communications, from internal project communication to external communication with users. It includes recommendations for scientific communication, social media, web-based resources, video and printed materials. The Communications Strategy deliverable links directly to Task 13.1: Develop a coordinated and user-centric Communications presence for ELIXIR (16PM), and through defining ELIXIR’s Communication’s and community engagement priorities, also indirectly supports the implementation of other tasks including: Subtask 13.1.3: Develop suite of high-quality communications materials; and Subtask 13.3.1. ELIXIR representation at key scientific events and conferences (3PM)