Citizen Science on April 20th Total Solar Eclipse Observation

Citizen Science definition refers to activities carried out by the public voluntarily that contribute to scientific research. This definition continues to develop along with various activities and modes of collaboration involving professional scientists and the general public. Astronomy is one of the branches of science with the largest number of Citizen Science projects with objectives ranging from identification, and classification to involving a series of complex activities for the purpose of new discoveries. This paper explains efforts to attract public participation in the Citizen Science activities on the Total Solar Eclipse on April 20 th , 2023 phenomenon by Bosscha Observatory and UNAWE Indonesia. Even though it has not yet reached the scientific contribution stage, observation activities carried out by the public have contributed to improving science literacy through a series of activities and participation carried out.