COMPASS
@compassscicomm.bsky.social
We're a nonprofit helping scientists and subject matter experts communicate with clarity, strategy, and purpose — all in service of people and nature.
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🔥 #FireCon2025 is off to an amazing start! Thank you to everyone who joined our #SciComm workshop. The energy and engagement were fantastic, with great discussions on the challenges of communicating the complexities of fire.
Can't wait for Friday's #RiskComm Roundtable! Details: buff.ly/zaAznaV
Can't wait for Friday's #RiskComm Roundtable! Details: buff.ly/zaAznaV
December 3, 2025 at 12:32 AM
🔥 #FireCon2025 is off to an amazing start! Thank you to everyone who joined our #SciComm workshop. The energy and engagement were fantastic, with great discussions on the challenges of communicating the complexities of fire.
Can't wait for Friday's #RiskComm Roundtable! Details: buff.ly/zaAznaV
Can't wait for Friday's #RiskComm Roundtable! Details: buff.ly/zaAznaV
From public health to conservation, scientists are working to tackle the world’s biggest challenges—but they need support to make their voices heard.
This #GivingTuesday, join us in supporting the people sharing science to drive real, lasting change: buff.ly/TF57C3J ❤️
#ScienceForChange #SciComm
This #GivingTuesday, join us in supporting the people sharing science to drive real, lasting change: buff.ly/TF57C3J ❤️
#ScienceForChange #SciComm
December 2, 2025 at 3:45 PM
From public health to conservation, scientists are working to tackle the world’s biggest challenges—but they need support to make their voices heard.
This #GivingTuesday, join us in supporting the people sharing science to drive real, lasting change: buff.ly/TF57C3J ❤️
#ScienceForChange #SciComm
This #GivingTuesday, join us in supporting the people sharing science to drive real, lasting change: buff.ly/TF57C3J ❤️
#ScienceForChange #SciComm
Come to our Open House, where you can experience the COMPASS approach to building communication & collaboration capacity, & learn more about working with us.
Register here: buff.ly/OAHEF0D
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Register here: buff.ly/OAHEF0D
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
December 1, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Come to our Open House, where you can experience the COMPASS approach to building communication & collaboration capacity, & learn more about working with us.
Register here: buff.ly/OAHEF0D
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Register here: buff.ly/OAHEF0D
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Are you attending the 11th International #FireEcology & Management Congress this week? Join us for 2 key sessions🔥:
📚 Workshop: Strategic #SciComm for #WildlandFire Experts
🗓 12/2 8:30am – 12:30pm
💬 Roundtable: Communicating “Living w/ Fire”
🗓 12/5 10:40am – 12:20pm
See you there: buff.ly/zaAznaV
📚 Workshop: Strategic #SciComm for #WildlandFire Experts
🗓 12/2 8:30am – 12:30pm
💬 Roundtable: Communicating “Living w/ Fire”
🗓 12/5 10:40am – 12:20pm
See you there: buff.ly/zaAznaV
Roundtable & Workshop at International Fire Ecology and Management Congress | COMPASS
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December 1, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Are you attending the 11th International #FireEcology & Management Congress this week? Join us for 2 key sessions🔥:
📚 Workshop: Strategic #SciComm for #WildlandFire Experts
🗓 12/2 8:30am – 12:30pm
💬 Roundtable: Communicating “Living w/ Fire”
🗓 12/5 10:40am – 12:20pm
See you there: buff.ly/zaAznaV
📚 Workshop: Strategic #SciComm for #WildlandFire Experts
🗓 12/2 8:30am – 12:30pm
💬 Roundtable: Communicating “Living w/ Fire”
🗓 12/5 10:40am – 12:20pm
See you there: buff.ly/zaAznaV
There's plenty of opportunities to build your communication toolkit with COMPASS before the year ends.
🗓️ Dec. 4 – Open House
🗓️ Dec. 5 – Message Box Practice Session
🗓️ Dec. 12 – Communicating Risk
Follow the link to register: buff.ly/EbseBaU
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
🗓️ Dec. 4 – Open House
🗓️ Dec. 5 – Message Box Practice Session
🗓️ Dec. 12 – Communicating Risk
Follow the link to register: buff.ly/EbseBaU
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
November 26, 2025 at 7:19 PM
There's plenty of opportunities to build your communication toolkit with COMPASS before the year ends.
🗓️ Dec. 4 – Open House
🗓️ Dec. 5 – Message Box Practice Session
🗓️ Dec. 12 – Communicating Risk
Follow the link to register: buff.ly/EbseBaU
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
🗓️ Dec. 4 – Open House
🗓️ Dec. 5 – Message Box Practice Session
🗓️ Dec. 12 – Communicating Risk
Follow the link to register: buff.ly/EbseBaU
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
There is still time to register for our in-person workshop in Halifax! Deadline extended to Friday, Nov 28. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
November 25, 2025 at 5:51 PM
There is still time to register for our in-person workshop in Halifax! Deadline extended to Friday, Nov 28. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Promising examples of progress are emerging from the Boston metropolitan area that show the power of partnership between researchers, government officials, practitioners, and community-based organizations to tackle the extreme heat crisis.
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Collaborative Action in Massachusetts to Counter Extreme Heat
Promising examples of progress are emerging from the Boston metropolitan area that show the power of partnership between researchers, government officials, practitioners, and community-based organizat...
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November 24, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Promising examples of progress are emerging from the Boston metropolitan area that show the power of partnership between researchers, government officials, practitioners, and community-based organizations to tackle the extreme heat crisis.
fas.org/publication/...
fas.org/publication/...
"On the Indigenous side, oftentimes it’s not the humans who are provided the delegated authority from the creator to make decisions. It is the earth elements, the animals and plants themselves, which actually determine what should happen on the land base."
#NativeAmericanHistoryMonth #Indigenous
#NativeAmericanHistoryMonth #Indigenous
November 24, 2025 at 7:10 PM
"On the Indigenous side, oftentimes it’s not the humans who are provided the delegated authority from the creator to make decisions. It is the earth elements, the animals and plants themselves, which actually determine what should happen on the land base."
#NativeAmericanHistoryMonth #Indigenous
#NativeAmericanHistoryMonth #Indigenous
We’re thrilled to share that the Paul M Angell Family Foundation awarded a grant to COMPASS and @savingoceans.bsky.social #BlueParks network! This funding will help #MarineProtectedArea managers and advocates strengthen their communication skills to advance marine biodiversity worldwide. 🌊💙🪸
November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
We’re thrilled to share that the Paul M Angell Family Foundation awarded a grant to COMPASS and @savingoceans.bsky.social #BlueParks network! This funding will help #MarineProtectedArea managers and advocates strengthen their communication skills to advance marine biodiversity worldwide. 🌊💙🪸
Are you attending the Ocean Frontier Institute's CONVERGE CDR Forum in Halifax this December? Join our workshop: Strategic Communication for the Ocean Climate Science Community on Dec 1 from 1–5 PM. Strengthen your voice and ensure your research resonates!
Register by Nov 21: buff.ly/OtSd1iv
Register by Nov 21: buff.ly/OtSd1iv
November 18, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Are you attending the Ocean Frontier Institute's CONVERGE CDR Forum in Halifax this December? Join our workshop: Strategic Communication for the Ocean Climate Science Community on Dec 1 from 1–5 PM. Strengthen your voice and ensure your research resonates!
Register by Nov 21: buff.ly/OtSd1iv
Register by Nov 21: buff.ly/OtSd1iv
"Western science and research does not always align with Indigenous ways of life; therefore, it is important to listen to the approaches and how they want things done in their communities." - Dr. Jessica Hernandez, author of Fresh Banana Leaves.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican
November 17, 2025 at 7:56 PM
"Western science and research does not always align with Indigenous ways of life; therefore, it is important to listen to the approaches and how they want things done in their communities." - Dr. Jessica Hernandez, author of Fresh Banana Leaves.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican
Great news! 🌎 The Switzer Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Switzer Environmental Fellowships.
Grad students in New England or California working toward environmental impact—apply by Jan 5: www.switzernetwork.org/fellowship/b...
Grad students in New England or California working toward environmental impact—apply by Jan 5: www.switzernetwork.org/fellowship/b...
November 13, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Great news! 🌎 The Switzer Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Switzer Environmental Fellowships.
Grad students in New England or California working toward environmental impact—apply by Jan 5: www.switzernetwork.org/fellowship/b...
Grad students in New England or California working toward environmental impact—apply by Jan 5: www.switzernetwork.org/fellowship/b...
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Next up in our series on career opportunities in ecology: Christopher Adkinson from Geosyntec Consultants & William Bethel from Swinomish Indian Tribal Community. Join us 11/18 at 2:00 PM ET for a conversation about career pathways & an opportunity to get direct advice!
https://ow.ly/By6f50XpwP0
https://ow.ly/By6f50XpwP0
November 10, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Next up in our series on career opportunities in ecology: Christopher Adkinson from Geosyntec Consultants & William Bethel from Swinomish Indian Tribal Community. Join us 11/18 at 2:00 PM ET for a conversation about career pathways & an opportunity to get direct advice!
https://ow.ly/By6f50XpwP0
https://ow.ly/By6f50XpwP0
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Navigating Difficult Conversations ✨
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use are aligned with values that feel hard to work through.
Join us to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use are aligned with values that feel hard to work through.
Join us to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
November 7, 2025 at 7:15 PM
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Navigating Difficult Conversations ✨
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use are aligned with values that feel hard to work through.
Join us to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use are aligned with values that feel hard to work through.
Join us to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Our co-executive director Heather Mannix had a great time at #OceanFloorExplore last week!
November 4, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Our co-executive director Heather Mannix had a great time at #OceanFloorExplore last week!
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We're curating a collection of stories to showcase the dedicated people behind marine carbon dioxide removal field trials. Say hello to Vycarb, a Brooklyn-based startup that’s researching the ocean’s ability to store CO2 through ocean alkalinity enhancement: oceanvisions.org/fieldtrials-...
Vycarb Wants to Supercharge the Ocean’s Climate-Fighting Power
By mimicking and accelerating natural CO₂ storage in seawater, this Brooklyn-based startup is tackling the climate crisis head-on. Meet VyCarb.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:09 PM
We're curating a collection of stories to showcase the dedicated people behind marine carbon dioxide removal field trials. Say hello to Vycarb, a Brooklyn-based startup that’s researching the ocean’s ability to store CO2 through ocean alkalinity enhancement: oceanvisions.org/fieldtrials-...
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🦑 On December 3rd, our Director of Outreach & Engagement Emily Knight, MS, MFA will discuss how we intend to foster community from the ground up in our Ocean Biodiversity portfolio. More in our latest newsletter: mailchi.mp/blueconverge...
November 4, 2025 at 7:54 PM
🦑 On December 3rd, our Director of Outreach & Engagement Emily Knight, MS, MFA will discuss how we intend to foster community from the ground up in our Ocean Biodiversity portfolio. More in our latest newsletter: mailchi.mp/blueconverge...
Throughout November, we take time to recognize and honor the the history, culture, and contributions of our Indigenous friends and colleagues.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #AmericaIndian
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #AmericaIndian
November 3, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Throughout November, we take time to recognize and honor the the history, culture, and contributions of our Indigenous friends and colleagues.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #AmericaIndian
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #AmericaIndian
Many science topics feel scary these days!
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use may be aligned with values that are hard to work through.
Join us on Nov. 14 to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use may be aligned with values that are hard to work through.
Join us on Nov. 14 to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
October 31, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Many science topics feel scary these days!
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use may be aligned with values that are hard to work through.
Join us on Nov. 14 to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use may be aligned with values that are hard to work through.
Join us on Nov. 14 to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Meaningful change often requires changing systems — the visible and invisible structures that shape our world. There’s no one way to do it. Our latest blog explores 3 approaches: working within, with, or against systems.
Read it here 👉 buff.ly/Eus3jCu
#SocialImpact #SystemsChange
Read it here 👉 buff.ly/Eus3jCu
#SocialImpact #SystemsChange
Pathways for Change: Working Within, With, and Against Systems | COMPASS
In our work supporting change for the wellbeing of people and nature, we often face systems and practices that weren’t built for us or our goals — or in some […]
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October 30, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Meaningful change often requires changing systems — the visible and invisible structures that shape our world. There’s no one way to do it. Our latest blog explores 3 approaches: working within, with, or against systems.
Read it here 👉 buff.ly/Eus3jCu
#SocialImpact #SystemsChange
Read it here 👉 buff.ly/Eus3jCu
#SocialImpact #SystemsChange
"By the end of the course they have transformed how they talk about their work. This change is so positive for them - you can see it in their excitement! It motivates them."
#ScienceCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment #ScienceToAction #CommunicationSkills #COMPASSscicomm
#ScienceCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment #ScienceToAction #CommunicationSkills #COMPASSscicomm
October 29, 2025 at 7:18 PM
"By the end of the course they have transformed how they talk about their work. This change is so positive for them - you can see it in their excitement! It motivates them."
#ScienceCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment #ScienceToAction #CommunicationSkills #COMPASSscicomm
#ScienceCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment #ScienceToAction #CommunicationSkills #COMPASSscicomm
✨ This Friday: Outstanding One-Pagers ✨
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
October 22, 2025 at 8:54 PM
✨ This Friday: Outstanding One-Pagers ✨
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
The Economic Futures Summit is just around the corner! 🌍 Excited to attend this Indigenous-led event and learn from 350+ leaders advancing climate & sustainability solutions.
📅 Nov 4-6
✨ Hosted by Indigenous Engagement Institute
➡️ Register: buff.ly/pC1RDV0
Will you be there?
📅 Nov 4-6
✨ Hosted by Indigenous Engagement Institute
➡️ Register: buff.ly/pC1RDV0
Will you be there?
Register to Attend - Economic Futures
Register
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October 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM
The Economic Futures Summit is just around the corner! 🌍 Excited to attend this Indigenous-led event and learn from 350+ leaders advancing climate & sustainability solutions.
📅 Nov 4-6
✨ Hosted by Indigenous Engagement Institute
➡️ Register: buff.ly/pC1RDV0
Will you be there?
📅 Nov 4-6
✨ Hosted by Indigenous Engagement Institute
➡️ Register: buff.ly/pC1RDV0
Will you be there?
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🦑 Great blog post by @compassscicomm.bsky.social. There is much interest out there in co-production and transdisciplinary research to improve management and policy outcomes. This piece breaks down just what those terms mean in practice.
www.compassscicomm.org/transdiscipl...
www.compassscicomm.org/transdiscipl...
Transdisciplinary Research: Embedding Communication & Collaboration into the Full Research Cycle | COMPASS
Effective communication is reciprocal. It’s not just about getting your message across; it requires a back-and-forth between parties, where shared understanding and mutual commitments develop as both...
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October 20, 2025 at 3:52 PM
🦑 Great blog post by @compassscicomm.bsky.social. There is much interest out there in co-production and transdisciplinary research to improve management and policy outcomes. This piece breaks down just what those terms mean in practice.
www.compassscicomm.org/transdiscipl...
www.compassscicomm.org/transdiscipl...
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✍🏾 Tired of writing in isolation? Procrastinating on your writing?
Join our Writing Accountability Group and turn writing into a community ritual.
We check in, share goals, and celebrate every small win , from finishing your intro to hitting that submit button!
Join our Writing Accountability Group and turn writing into a community ritual.
We check in, share goals, and celebrate every small win , from finishing your intro to hitting that submit button!
October 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
✍🏾 Tired of writing in isolation? Procrastinating on your writing?
Join our Writing Accountability Group and turn writing into a community ritual.
We check in, share goals, and celebrate every small win , from finishing your intro to hitting that submit button!
Join our Writing Accountability Group and turn writing into a community ritual.
We check in, share goals, and celebrate every small win , from finishing your intro to hitting that submit button!