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@evaamsen.com has joined the ABSW Board in 2024 and is the European Representative.

ABSW is a large and welcoming community. As a board member, Eva feels an even stronger connection to it.

Why don't you stand for a Board role? 👉 zurl.co/SYDDq
February 6, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Exclusive event!

♟️Meet & play with chess champion Jennifer Shahade.
In this interactive evening, attendees will have the chance to take part in a simul (playing 10+ games simultaneously) with Jennifer.

Booking is free but mandatory for #ABSWmembers
🎫zurl.co/eqrop
February 5, 2026 at 10:10 AM
#ABSWmembers #Elections

@andyextance.bsky.social has been ABSW Chair since 2020, completing his 3rd term in the role.
Andy speaks about how much ABSW has transformed his career, and how being chair was a great way to pay that back.
He encourages other members to join the Board.

zurl.co/NXEgU
February 4, 2026 at 12:30 PM
#ABSWmembers
Book Writers’ Coffee Break ☕Discord
Join us tomorrow!
📆Wed 4 Feb, 13:30

Grab a coffee and join fellow science writers, journalists, communicators, and scientists to exchange thoughts, experiences, and questions about the writing process.

🔗zurl.co/oJCxe
February 3, 2026 at 5:30 PM
#ABSWmembers

ABSW Full and Life members are invited to stand for election to the ABSW Board.
Posts open:
- Chair
- Vice-Chair
- 2 general Board members

📆Nominations by Wed, 18 February, 23:59 GMT

💻Submit via the official online form🔗zurl.co/1whS7
2026 Nominations to ABSW Board are now open
In 2026, 4 posts are open to nomination until February 18: Chair, Vice-Chair, and two general Board members.
zurl.co
February 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Whether you’ve just started thinking about writing a book or are already deep into a manuscript, the Book Writers’ Coffee Break is a relaxed space for #ABSWmembers to talk about the joys and challenges of #BookWriting.

📆4 February 2026, 13:30, Discord
zurl.co/Z5uNB
January 29, 2026 at 9:45 AM
⚠️NEW INTERACTIVE EVENT⚠️

#ABSWmembers and @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social are invited to a unique opportunity to meet and play with chess champion @jenshahade.bsky.social
Chaired by @alexobrienuk.bsky.social

Book now! 👉 zurl.co/qeTyd
How to Think Like a Chess Player and Win at Life - an interactive ABSW event
A free in person event for ABSW members and Kings College London staff and students
zurl.co
January 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM
#ABSWmembers #LateChristmasParty🎄

One week to go to ABSW "Missed the Deadline" Christmas party.
Don't miss the chance to network with ABSW fellows.
Book your place now! 🎫 zurl.co/3VT6d

Join us in-person or online. All members invited.

📆 Wed, 28 January 2026
January 21, 2026 at 8:30 AM
#ABSWmembers #CoffeeBreak #networking

🍵 Let's meet on Monday, 26 January 2026, at 13:30 (UK time) for the first ABSW Coffee Break of the year.
Looking forward to seeing you and learning about your upcoming projects.

Every last Monday of the month in Discord 👉 zurl.co/eLXOn
January 19, 2026 at 11:30 AM
#ABSWmembers #students

Are you a student science journalist seeking personalised #careeradvice from experienced professionals on your next career step?

Join the ABSW online session on Wed, 25 February, at 19:00.
Book now! zurl.co/GIDmu

#speeddating #networking
January 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM
#ABSWmembers #LateChristmasParty🎄

Let's bring some sparkle to January – it's the perfect opportunity to catch up with colleagues, both old and new, and make plans for the year ahead. All members are welcome.

📆 Wed, 28 January 2026

🎫Book your place for in-person or online party! 🔗zurl.co/3VT6d
January 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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☕Pitching Session on Discord
Put it in your diary!! One week to go.

📆Tuesday, 13 January 2026
⌚ 13:30 to 14:30 (UK time)
📍ABSW Coffee Shop, Discord
🔗zurl.co/r1lMT
🤝@munkeatlooi.bsky.social
Pitching Session on Discord
Informal lunchtime chat with a senior editor — test your pitches, ask questions, and build confidence in your science writing ideas.
zurl.co
January 6, 2026 at 1:30 PM
#ABSWmembers #LateChristmasParty🎄

Yes, it's back – the ABSW 'Missed the Deadline' Christmas party!

⚠️If you can't make it to London, you can still join the party online! All members are welcome.

📆 Wednesday, 28 January 2026

🎫Book your place! 🔗zurl.co/3VT6d
December 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Super Early Bird tickets are now available for WCSJ 2027!

📅 6–9 Sept 2027 • London
💻 Book: registration.wcsj2027.org

Event Hosts: @absw.bsky.social & @wfsj25.bsky.social Founding Partners: The Royal Society, @springernature.com , @ukri.org, & @wellcometrust.bsky.social
WCSJ 2027 Launch Video_
YouTube video by WCSJ 2027
youtu.be
December 10, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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📚 Book Writers’ Coffee Break ☕Discord

Join us tomorrow (Wed, 3 Dec, 13:30) and share your own dos and don’ts. How do you pick the right topic, stay motivated and organised, or deal with it if someone publishes a similar book first?

🔗 zurl.co/Dfr00
December 2, 2025 at 9:30 AM
#ABSWmembers
📚 Book Writers’ Coffee Break ☕

Grab a coffee and join fellow science writers, journalists, communicators, and scientists to exchange thoughts, experiences, and questions about the writing process.

📆Wed, 3 Dec
⏳13:30 (UK)
📍Discord
🔗 zurl.co/Dfr00
November 26, 2025 at 5:30 PM
#ABSWmembers

📚 Book Writers’ Coffee Break ☕

📆Wednesday, 3 December 2025
⏳13:30–14:30 (UK)
📍Book Writers' Coffee Shop on Discord

Two simple rules: be friendly and non-judgmental, and remember — what’s shared in the chat stays in the chat.
🔗 zurl.co/Dfr00
November 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM
#ABSWmembers

Join our informal pitching session on Discord to chat with @munkeatlooi.bsky.social senior editor and ABSW board member. It’s a relaxed space to ask questions, test out ideas, and get honest feedback on your pitches, even if you’re still shaping them.

zurl.co/IebT8
Pitching Session on Discord
Informal lunchtime chat with a senior editor — test your pitches, ask questions, and build confidence in your science writing ideas.
zurl.co
November 10, 2025 at 3:35 PM
#training #pitching

📢FINAL CALL!!

Pitching Across Borders
This workshop is aimed at international science writers who are interested in writing for English-language publications.

📆Thu, 23 Oct, 3pm (BST)
📍Online
🎫Free for #ABSWmembers and @eurofsj

zurl.co/6sI22
October 20, 2025 at 5:01 PM
#training #pitching #online

Science writers, do you want to pitch to English-language outlets but are unsure where to start? Join Pitching Across Borders on 23 Oct, 15:00-17:30 (BST).

Book your place now! Free for #ABSWmembers and @eurofsj members.
🔗zurl.co/E3Rxk
October 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Whether you’re starting out or well-established—ABSW is for you.
Join now: www.absw.org.uk/pages/10-joi...
 
#ABSWmembers #benefits #membership #sciencejournalism #sciencewriting #networking #training
October 6, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Join members next Monday, 29 September, at 13:30 on ABSW Discord Coffee Shop, just for a small chat and a hot (or fresh) beverage.
Looking forward to seeing you there!

Don't forget to book it in your agenda: every last Monday of the month!

zurl.co/p5a7P
September 26, 2025 at 1:19 PM
🎓 Plus: access to bursaries and grants that support training, travel, or special reporting projects. 
www.absw.org.uk/pages/10-joi...

#ABSWmembers #Benefits
September 1, 2025 at 8:01 AM
🔒 Member-Only Perks – Get discounts on ABSW events, exclusive updates, and the ability to vote in elections or stand for the board. 
www.absw.org.uk/pages/19-wel...

#ABSWmembers #benefits
September 1, 2025 at 8:01 AM
📣 Advocacy – We speak up on issues affecting science journalists, from freedom of information to fair freelance rates. 
www.absw.org.uk/pages/creato...

#ABSWmembers #benefits
September 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM