IAEA Nuclear Stakeholder Engagement School Marks Third Edition

Countries at different stages of nuclear power development shared their perspectives. Poland is pursuing its nuclear ambitions to lower emissions and strengthen energy security, with site selection and public consultations already underway.

"This experience strengthens our ability to communicate transparently, address public expectations, and support Poland's efforts to implement a safe, modern, and socially accepted nuclear programme," said Dorota Chandavoine, Communications and Social Programmes Manager at the Polskie Elektrownie Jadrowe, a nuclear power reactor developer in Poland.

Ghana is developing its regulatory framework and pursuing a robust stakeholder engagement strategy to enhance public understanding, foster support and build trust in its programme.

"Attending this school was vital for strengthening our mandate, since effective communication and continuous engagement are critical to our work," said Francis Otoo, Director General of the Ghana Nuclear Regulatory Authority. "The programme provided practical tools and insights that will directly enhance the revision of our stakeholder engagement strategy, ensuring that we can transparently communicate, build trust, and engage inclusively with all interested parties in Ghana's nuclear power programme as an independent and competent authority."