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Science for a Stronger Democracy: 3 Ways to Boost Communication between Scientists, Voters, and Decisionmakers

Union of Concerned Scientists

As a member and leader of March for Science NYC I have helped organize initiatives designed to enhance how science is communicated during elections and ways to increase scientists’ civic engagement. The public must be willing to critically engage with scientific information and how science can be used in policy.

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The Human Right to a Stable Climate

Union of Concerned Scientists

Scientists have unequivocally confirmed that human activities, primarily the burning of fossil fuels, are driving unprecedented changes to the Earth’s climate, raising fundamental questions about our responsibility to safeguard the environment for future generations. In short, the future inside these four walls is far less certain now.

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Frontiers community engagement update – fall 2023 

Frontiers

Photo credit: Frontiers Women in Science Our Women in Science blog continues to showcase the diverse stories and achievements of women researchers from various fields. Each blog post also reveals the personal journeys of the women, including their key learnings, major challenges, and useful tips for future generations.

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Fossil Fuel Companies Make Billions in Profit as We Suffer Billions in Losses

Union of Concerned Scientists

At the same time, the world is incurring record losses due to extreme weather events. Thanks to advances in attribution science, we now understand many of these extreme events have been worsened by climate change. People continue to struggle with the aftermath of this event and the severely underfunded aid efforts to respond.

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Heights Philadelphia, EPA Announce New Partnership Aiding Black, Brown And First-Generation Students’ Pathways to Environmental Studies & Careers

PA Environment Daily

To formally kick-start the partnership, the EPA invited Heights students from the Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School to its Lower Darby Creek Area Superfund Site, the Clearview Landfill, to participate in activities with volunteers to celebrate Earth Day. Vereen, Ed.D., Co-President, Heights Philadelphia. “I Woods, Esq.,

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Climate Change Accountability: How International Courts Can Drive Climate Action

Union of Concerned Scientists

What role does science play in climate advisory opinions? However, science plays a key role in bolstering and supporting these legal arguments. This year, with pending advisory opinions before the IACtHR, ITLOS, and the ICJ, we can expect to see more science in the courtroom, and science in service of climate action and justice.

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Uniting generations for a sustainable future: Insights from the 2023 Villars Symposium

Frontiers

Last month, a team of Frontiers staff led our first collaboration with the Villars Institute by taking part in its 2023 Villars Symposium , an event that fosters intergenerational collaboration and promotes transdisciplinary cooperation. Laura Henderson, Head of Public Outreach for the Frontiers for Young Minds science engagement program.

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