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APPAM is dedicated to improving public policy and management by fostering excellence in research, analysis, and education.
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At the @appam.bsky.social Policy Camp, hosted by the Maxwell School, students and recent grads discovered new paths in public service and policy leadership. 🌍

Learn how the experience helped them find their “why” in making change.
APPAM Policy Camp Draws Aspiring Public Servants to Learn More About Public Affairs
APPAM Policy Camp Draws Aspiring Public Servants to Learn More About Public Affairs
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We congratulate the 2025 Policy Field Distinguished Contribution Award winner, Douglas N. Harris from Tulane University. This award honors a person who has made significant & long-term contributions to public policy analysis & management as a field. Learn more: https://ow.ly/oAg950X77Cy
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It's never too early to register for APPAM's Candid Conversations! Join us on 10/29 to connect with other members and discuss whatever is on your mind. You never know what conversations might take place! Register here: https://ow.ly/zzwC50X6l5r
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Register today for our next Policy on the Rocks: Local Governance in a Shifting Political Landscape, sponsored in part by Evans School of Public Policy & Governance. Learn more: https://ow.ly/nkhR50X6fsH,
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Congratulations to the 2025 PhD Dissertation Award winner, Raheem Chaudhry from the Goldman School of Public Policy. We look forward to hearing more about his paper, 'Waiting for Tiebout: Essays on Policy, Place, and Opportunity!' at #2025APPAM. Learn more: https://ow.ly/LTbP50X5LjX
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The #2025APPAM hotel room block is now closed. Attendees who dis not reserve with the APPAM room block are expected to secure their own lodging at the market rate. View lodging nearby here: https://ow.ly/PLG150X5xiK
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#2025APPAM PRESENTERS: If you have not yet confirmed your participation through All Academic or by registering, please do so by 10/3. After that date, if we have not heard from you, we will assume you are declining your spot.
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Along with our partner, Mathmatica, we are pleased to announce Zachary Parolin as the 2025 David N. Kershaw Award winner. We look forward to recognizing Zach at #2025APPAM. Read more: https://ow.ly/izM550X57Bv
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Make your research presentations clear, confident, and compelling. Join our webinar with Jon Schwabish, from the Urban Institute, to learn practical strategies for engaging any audience. Register today: https://ow.ly/OBwf50X0m1H
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If you want to share your excitement about #2025APPAM with your social media community, we have you covered. Check out our social media toolkit, find post inspiration, download graphics, and ensure you follow us. Check it out: https://ow.ly/fOOr50X1Jsn
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Did you miss this week's webinar: Translating Your Research into Action & Advancing Your Career? Don't worry - it's now available on our YouTube channel! View here: youtu.be/I37tDUdQ65I
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Struggling to make your research clear & engaging? Dr. Kathleen Peters, Senior Content & Publishing Specialist, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta will share proven techniques to help you captivate your audience & communicate with impact. Register now: ow.ly/SIcv50X0iZa
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Tomorrow, Sept 24th is the last day to submit your late-breaking roundtable for #2025APPAM! Learn more: ow.ly/9NRe50WTjvU
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Thank you so much to our presenters, Florence and Kosali, and to our participants, who asked thoughtful questions.

Don't miss our next webinar on 10/9: How to Speak so People Listen. Learn more: ow.ly/wJbA50X0jtS
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Q: Where is the line between education & advocacy?

A: Educating is neutral/bipartisan and focused on explaining. Advocacy is focused on a specific policy.
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Q: How can you actually get an ear of a policymaker?

A: Think about events where policy will be discussed, and do your homework on the questions and conversations. Don't forget APPAM connections!
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Q: How do you deal with the fear of advocating for something that would push against the norms?

A: Establish credibility, it's educating, not advocating
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Q: What are some of the biggest barriers researchers face when they try to translate their findings?

A: Who are the voices that will care about this decision? You need a place to interact with them; maybe it's an organized voice.
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Personal Strategies:
Know your strengths
Know your weaknesses (and where to get help)
Establish credibility
Know your audience
Get feedback
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Do your homework! This includes:
Experts
Journals
Presentations (like #2025APPAM!)
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5. Seek external help
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2. What do the stakeholders want?

3. Identify a peer opinion leader or champion.

4. Help the champions to communicate with their peers. They're not the experts, you are.
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DOI scientists say five steps to widespread adoption of innovation are much more rapid than other methods:

1. You have to find out what the goals and concerns of each stakeholder group are.
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We are about ready to start our webinar: Translating Your Research into Action and Advancing Your Career with Florence LeCraw, from Georgia State Univ & Kosali Simon, from Indiana Univ & APPAM President-Elect.
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There is still time to register for September's Candid Conversations! Join us for a casual conversation about what YOU want to discuss. Learn more: ow.ly/FhpK50WVj7T