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Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · 1d

Applications for this year's minigrants are open! Reach out to me with any questions :)

Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · 1d

🔬✨Applications are open! The Science for Public Good Fund offers up to $1500 to support community-driven science advocacy projects. From workshops to local campaigns, you can help spark change.

🔗 Apply here now: act.ucsusa.org/4nCzPhl

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · Jul 3

How did we go from decades of broad political support for US science & scientists to unprecedented attacks on their autonomy and independence? And how can scientists build stronger community connections today? Science Network member Christopher Fisher explores these questions and more in this blog.

Scientists IN Society: From Isolation to Engagement

Scientists were historically encouraged to immerse themselves in research above all else. It's time to rid ourselves of that notion.

blog.ucs.org

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Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · May 27

every day it's a new stupid thing. :(

Politico @politico.com · May 27

The CDC is pulling its Covid-19 vaccine recommendation for healthy children and pregnant women, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced.

The CDC is no longer recommending Covid vaccines for healthy children, pregnant women

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the decision without waiting for an agency advisory panel to vote.

www.politico.com

Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · May 21

DC Federal Science Workers! Join us next week :) Spread the word, and invite your #fedsci friends

#federalscience #stopdoge

Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · May 21

Join UCS @fedworkersunited.bsky.social @enviroprotnet.bsky.social and Branch 4 for a Federal Science Workers Happy Hour on May 27 at 6pm.

Info + RSVP: act.ucsusa.org/435Y3ZI

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · May 21

Today and every Wednesday! Join UCS & @enviroprotnet.bsky.social for MindLab—a weekly mindfulness space supporting the well-being of scientists and those advancing science. Open to all scientists, public servants, and science supporters.

Info + RSVP: act.ucsusa.org/3RY8kkj

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Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · May 14

In a little over 20 minutes!

Register: ucsusa.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · May 9

UCS & @enviroprotnet.bsky.social are excited to launch MindLab, a weekly mindfulness space designed to support the well-being of scientists & those advancing science. Sessions are open to all scientists, public servants, and science supporters.

Info + RSVP: act.ucsusa.org/3RY8kkj

Graphic to promote MindLab: Weekly Mindfulness Sessions
Launch date: Wednesday, May 14
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET (Recurring weekly on Wednesdays at 11:30am ET through the end of October 2025)

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SCOPE Policy @scopepolicy.bsky.social · May 1

Only a few days left to apply for SCOPE’s FREE New Media Course. Create podcasts, videos & infographics that can engage a wide audience. Don’t miss out. Learn more at: scopepolicy.org/new-media-co...

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Gretchen Goldman, PhD @gretchentg.bsky.social · Apr 30

The last 100 days have been an unprecedented assault American science. Our scientists. Our institutions. And the people around the world who rely on it. We must stand united and speak up. Our collective future depends on it. #ScienceMatters savesciencenow.org

You Need Science. Science Needs You.

Supporters of science across America are uniting with one voice to send this very simple message to our elected officials: You need science. Science needs you. #ScienceMatters

savesciencenow.org

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Jess Phoenix, Your Volcano Friend™️ @volcanojess.com · Apr 22

This is where I mention Terry Tempest-Williams' Refuge, and also suggest you grab a copy of my book Ms. Adventure.

Jess Phoenix holds a paperback copy of Ms. Adventure. She is in a bookstore.

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Dr. Dawn Wright @deepseadawn.bsky.social · Apr 23

Happy Earth Day!

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · Feb 3

On her day 1 as UCS’s president @gretchentg.bsky.social shares her priorities—and ours—at this pivotal moment for the US & the world. “From our roots fighting the military industrial complex to facing oil giants today, UCS has always insisted on and worked towards a world that better served people.”

As the New President of UCS, I’m Ready to Get to Work

New UCS President Gretchen Goldman is ready to hold the line against attacks on science.

blog.ucsusa.org

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ashley fairbanks @ziibiing.com · Jan 9

as LA is burning, a swath of the country is recovering from an ice storm, Alabama is preparing for up to 6” of snow and I’m praying for the TX power grid, a reminder:

we don’t need climate action just for future generations, we need it now.

the climate crisis is here, all around us

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Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · Dec 16

Reach out to me if you have any questions about your project, or want some guidance for your application! Looking forward to working with you!

#scipol #sciencepolicy #science #scienceadvocacy #scienceforpublicgood #environmentaljustice

Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · Dec 16

There's still time to apply for the Science for Public Good Fund! We're looking to fund projects that aim to advance equitable, science-based policy and/or emphasize local and community impacts. Applications are open now through January 6.

➡️Apply here: act.ucsusa.org/41DXmXm

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Union of Concerned Scientists @ucs.org · Dec 16

There's still time to apply for the Science for Public Good Fund! We're looking to fund projects that aim to advance equitable, science-based policy and/or emphasize local and community impacts. Applications are open now through January 6.

➡️Apply here: act.ucsusa.org/41DXmXm

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Chloe Hill @chloehill.bsky.social · Nov 21

I've just created a #Science4Policy Starter Pack that might be of interest to those looking for #SciPol opportunities, resources, tips, & initiatives!

I'll gradually add #SciPol experts to it in the coming weeks so please share recommendations below!

Follow along here: go.bsky.app/9Ha2WF2

Science for Policy Starter Pack

Join the conversation

go.bsky.app

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Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · Dec 5

Knowing Neurons is also holding a neuropolicy paper competition for early career scientists! If you or someone you know is an expert in neuroscience or neuroscience policy, please consider submitting! There is a prize :)

#neuroscience #neurosciencepolicy #scipol

Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · Dec 5

Knowing Neurons (not yet on bksy) is hosting a science policy writing info session and workshop! Register here: umn-private.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

#sciencepolicy #scipol #sciencewriting #scienceadvocacy #sciadvocacy #knowingneurons

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Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · Dec 4

#scienceforpublicgoodfund
#scipol
#sciencepolicy
#scienceadvocacy

Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · Dec 4

Do you have a science advocacy project that could use some funding? An event, training, resource, or other creative idea? Apply today for up to $1500 in funds to help!

The Science for Public Good Fund is open now through January 6, 2025. #scipol #sciadvocacy

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Science for Public Good Fund—Apply Today

The Union of Concerned Scientists wants to fund your efforts to defend science. Apply today for up to $1,500 to support creative approaches for reaching people and and to advance equitable science-bas...

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Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · Dec 4

Do you have a science advocacy project that could use some funding? An event, training, resource, or other creative idea? Apply today for up to $1500 in funds to help!

The Science for Public Good Fund is open now through January 6, 2025. #scipol #sciadvocacy

secure.ucsusa.org/a/2024-scien...

Science for Public Good Fund—Apply Today

The Union of Concerned Scientists wants to fund your efforts to defend science. Apply today for up to $1,500 to support creative approaches for reaching people and and to advance equitable science-bas...

secure.ucsusa.org

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Tosin Fadeyi @tosinfadeyi.bsky.social · Nov 23

awesome. Would love to be added!

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UCS Climate & Accountability Campaigns @ucsclimate.bsky.social · Nov 22

Join UCS and a large group of allies on Tuesday, December 3 for a rally and speaking program: The Climate Fight Ahead.

Building a strong movement for #ClimateJustice is more important than ever.

You can join in-person in Washington, DC, or online. RSVP:

Dec 3: The Climate Fight Ahead

Join Jane Fonda, Sen. Ed Markey, Rep. Maxwell Frost and more at a rally for Climate Justice! Tuesday, Dec 3 at George Washington University in DC.

makepolluterspay.net

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