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The Objectives of Policy Section
The Ecological Society of America welcomes all ecologists, supporters and enthusiasts as members, as do our many sections and chapters. There are no restrictions on membership nor participation in our programs.
- foster interaction among ecologists that have worked or currently work in public policy positions, or have the desire to communicate with those members that do have public policy experience;
- form a database of members that have policy experience that can be utilized by the Governing Board, ESA Sections and Chapters, Public Affairs, Science, and Education Offices, and standing ESA committees;
- facilitate collaborative links among members through symposia, organized oral sessions, special sessions, and social events in Washington DC and regionally; and
- work with the Public Affairs Office to facilitate the participation of students in training exercises and one-on-one interactions with policy makers.
The complete Bylaws of the Policy Section are available here.