10/24/19 Science Policy Webinar- Engaging Scientists and Engineers in Policy (ESEP) Coalition

We invite you to join ESEP’s virtual annual meeting on Thursday, Oct. 24th from 2pm to 5pm.  A link to participate online can be found below. Feel free to share this with others who are interested in science policy or learning more about ESEP.

 

You are invited to a Zoom meeting. 

When: Oct 24, 2019 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this meeting:

https://aau.zoom.us/meeting/register/1f8d752b59297c1a7c24e00bf0acd2b8

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

 

2:00 – 3:00 pm 

The State of Science Policy

This is your chance to hear from three of the nation’s leading science policy experts about current events. What are the most pressing issues today in the realm of policy for science?

Featuring: Joanne Carney, Director Office of Government Relations, AAAS; David Goldston, Director, MIT Washington Office; and Toby Smith (@SciPolGuy), Vice President for Policy at the Association of American Universities

 

3:00 – 4:00 pm 

Science Policy Toolkits and Advocacy Resources at Scientific Societies

What tools are available for scientists to learn how to engage with policymakers? How can scientists use the resources at scientific societies to advocate for science?

Featuring: Elizabeth Landau, Director, Public Affairs, American Geophysical Union (AGU); Caroline Trupp Gil, Director, Federal Relations, American Chemical Society (ACS); and Jennifer Zeitzer, Director, Public Affairs, Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

 

4:00 – 5:00 pm 

Update from the National Science Policy Network

Formed just a year and a half ago, the NSPN has created an impressive series of trainings, grants, and activities for the next generation of scientists and engineers. Tune in to hear about their most recent opportunities, and their vision for the future.

Featuring: Holly Mayton, Director of Membership, Michaela Rikard, Director of Finance, National Science Policy Network