Conservation scientists have a tremendous amount to contribute to solving today's most pressing problems. As both the need and the opportunities to communicate scientific information to different audiences increase, it can be difficult for scientists to know exactly how and where to engage most effectively. Grounded in the latest research on science communication, this two-part, hands-on workshop is designed to help scientists build their communication skills, understand paths to engagement and make their science matter to the audiences they most want to reach. Participants may take either Part I, Part II or both.
In Part I, "Communicating your Science," participants will learn to share what they do, what they know - and most importantly, why it matters - in clear, lively terms, using a tool called the Message Box. Participants will be introduced tools and strategies to help you communicate and distill what you know and why it matters for different audiences. This workshop will involve hands-on practice, feedback and an interactive exercise practicing your "elevator pitch."
In Part II "Policy Engagement & Becoming an Agent of Change," Co-organized by the SCB marine section policy committee & COMPASS. Participants will learn the components of successful science engagement, and explore their own avenues to engagement. We will have a roundtable discussion on policy engagement with policy makers and scientists who have participated in policy. They will receive an introduction to, and practice with, tools and frameworks for developing a personal plan for bringing about change through their work.
Marine Conservation Themes: Communicating marine conservation , Marine Conservation Themes: Marine policy , Marine Conservation Themes: The marine conservation community
