UCS Webinar, May 18- Mentorships: Navigating the Science Advocacy World

Posted by on May 16, 2017

With recent attacks on science by Congress and the Trump administration, it has become clear that there is a need, now more than ever, for scientists and experts to educate the public and influence decision makers on science-based policies. For an advocacy-minded young scientist, that might be difficult in an academic environment that prioritizes research over public engagement.

 

Please join the UCS Science Network and Engaging Scientists and Engineers in Policy (ESEP) for a webinar specifically for early career scientists on how to identify resources and connect with mentors involved in public engagement and science advocacy..

 

Mentorships: Navigating the Science Advocacy World 

Date: Thursday, May 18

Time: 2:00-3:00 p.m. EDT

 

Presenter:

Donna Dean  – former president, Association for Women in Science (AWIS); author, Getting the Most Out of Your Mentoring Relationships

 

If you’re an early career scientist interested in using your scientific knowledge to influence decision makers, but have struggled to find science advocacy resources and mentors, then this webinar is for you. Register today!

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