Related Engagements

SciPol.org invites faculty, researchers, policymakers, and students to consider how they can communicate how scientific research is integrated into the policymaking process. One way is by contributing to SciPol.org as a volunteer author or editor of our original policy Summaries, Briefs, and Landscapes.

Many philanthropic or community science organizations around the country have made it their mission to improve their local community through science and science advocacy. By joining or starting a local science community group, you can find a way to extend your impact beyond the bench.

Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and nonprofit organizations (NPOs) are public organizations whose primary function is to serve the public good over the pursuit of profits.

Science policy researchers and advocates have a great opportunity to share their expertise and establish themselves as thought leaders on important science policy topics by submitting op-eds in newspapers and online mass media outlets.

As a science policy advocate, there are several ways that you can make sure your elected officials are well-educated on important science policy issues and are prioritizing them in their decision-making.

The internet is an excellent resource to collaborate on and share research. But the internet, and social media in particular, are becoming increasingly important venues to advocate for science policy, to share your own opinions on current science policies, and to learn about experts’ insights.