In a time of shifting priorities and evolving federal budgets, the future of U.S. research funding depends on how well the science community communicates its value. Policymakers are reexamining how taxpayer dollars support science and it’s up to scientists like you to help decision-makers understand how chemistry drives innovation, economic growth, and public well-being.
Join Felicia Fullilove, a Science Policy and Program Management Expert, and Laurel Royer, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Carinalis Consulting and Research for a basic advocacy training designed for scientists to learn how to speak clearly and compellingly with Congress. Register now to gain practical tools and firsthand insight from two chemists who have successfully engaged policymakers on behalf of the chemical sciences.
This ACS Webinar is moderated by Caroline Trupp Gil of the American Chemical Society and co-produced with ACS Government Affairs.
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What You Will Learn
- The types of information policymakers need to know and how to provide it effectively
- How to distill your research into concise, memorable messages that connect with non-scientific audiences
- ACS programs that will help you build lasting connections with Congress
Additional Resources
- ACS Positions on Policy Issues - Gain knowledge about public policies. Advance the chemistry enterprise and its practitioners.
- Practice Your Pitch! - A MadLib -style activity to speak simply to Congress.
- Tell Congress to Support Science Funding & End Government Shutdown - Quick and easy sign up to email your Representative and Senators today.
- Tips for Effective Advocacy Strategy & Communication - Communicate clearly about issues. Catalyze support from policymakers for chemistry.
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What an attendee said about this ACS Webinar!
Today’s webinar was a great source of information for those who are looking into the government affairs roles, as well as for those involved in the business planning. It was very informative and the webinar provided a great starting point.
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