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  • Webinar: Extreme Heat — A Rising Public Health Threat

    Virtual

    In this USC Annenberg/Center for Health Journalism webinar, "we’ll examine growing health threats and discuss what kinds of regulations and policies can help. We’ll look at how one sweltering region of the Southwest is taking innovative steps to combat extreme heat and prevent deaths, and what lessons can be drawn from those experiments. Journalists will

  • Talking Shop: The 89 Percent Project’s Next Phase

    Virtual

    "CCNow’s 89 Percent Project made news in April reporting that 80 to 89% of the world’s people want their governments to take stronger climate action. The next phase of the project explores the people behind the numbers: who are they, why do they care, are they surprised to learn they’re the overwhelming majority? At this

  • AHCJ Webinar: Preparing for Reporting on Autism, Vaccines and Related Science

    Join moderator Tara Haelle and an expert panel — including Alison Singer (CEO of the Autism Science Foundation), Paul Offit, M.D. (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia), and Jessica B. Steier, DrPH (PMP and CEO of Unbiased Science) — for a webinar that will help reporters navigate the science behind autism, vaccines, and the expected Health and

  • ASC Webinar: Science Engagement With People of Faith

    "More than 7 in 10 U.S. adults claim a religious affiliation. In STEM fields however, faith is often thought to be a source of tension. The U.S. public views scientists as mostly trustworthy in their areas of expertise, but also as hostile or indifferent to faith. Additionally, many scientists of faith are quiet about their

  • AI Chatbots and Mental Health: How To Report Responsibly on a New Risk

    "Artificial intelligence-powered chatbots can provide round-the-clock access to supportive 'conversations,' which some people are using as a substitute for interactions with licensed mental health clinicians or friends. But users may develop dependencies on the tools and mistake these transactions for real relationships with people or true therapy. Recent news stories have discussed the dangers of

  • DCSWA Webinar: Science Writing on Substack

    Virtual

    "Join the D.C. Science Writers Association (DCSWA) to learn how to use Substack to share news about science, medicine, health, and technology. This free online Zoom webinar will include a panel of leading science writers and communicators who will provide insight about how they got started on Substack and are using the platform to share

  • ASC Webinars: Evaluating Effectiveness of Science Communication Initiatives

    "Science communication plays a vital role in bridging the gap between scientific research and society. However, ensuring that communication efforts achieve their intended impact requires a structured approach to evaluation. This course equips participants with the knowledge and tools needed to critically evaluate science communication initiatives, using frameworks and methodologies grounded in both science communication

  • Balancing Hope With Hurdles: How To Cover Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal

    "Solutions journalism is often rooted in optimism, but how do you tell hopeful stories without glossing over formidable challenges? Marine carbon dioxide removal pushes this tension to the limit. Approaches like Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement are *geophysically* plausible at massive scale, yet face massive scientific, political, and social hurdles that could prevent deployment. In this session,

  • ASC Webinar: Attending to Invisible Wounds — Trauma-Informed Science Communication

    "In this workshop, we'll discuss key principles of trauma informed science communication. We'll talk about how to recognize signs of trauma and differentiate it from stress. For example, we'll talk about strategies for relationship building to keep open communication pathways with your audience. We'll also discuss how previous traumas influence learning. Participants will work in

  • SWARM Webinar: Switching Lanes — Career Pivots in SciComm and Science Writing

    Virtual

    The Science Writers Association of the Rocky Mountains (SWARM) will host this virtual panel exploring "the challenges and opportunities of shifting careers in science communication and writing. Speakers will share personal stories, practical advice, and insights on navigating transitions to build fulfilling and impactful careers."

  • EGU Webinar: How Scientists Can Respond to Autocratisation

    "We live in an era in which science around the world is increasingly under politically-motivated attack. Join this special EGU webinar to get an overview of how scientists can respond and safeguard their work. The webinar will last for 1.5 hours with time for audience Q&A." Start time: 16:00 CET // 10 a.m. EST //

  • Reporting with Support: Tools & Resources from EurekAlert! and AAAS

    "This webinar will introduce tools and strategies to help journalists get the most out of EurekAlert! and other AAAS resources. You’ll learn how to use expert search features, set up Google Alerts, and explore the EurekAlert! archive for story leads. We’ll also highlight services from AAAS including SciLine, the Office of Communications, and the Kavli