Policy Toolkit
AAAS has numerous programs that can help groups or individuals advocate for science policy
- Center for Scientific Evidence in Public Issues (EPI Center) has reports & materials that are designed for an audience of public officials, on topics such as Artificial Intelligence, PFAS, Datacenters, Voting & Elections, and Hydraulic Fracturing.
- Science & Technology Policy Fellowships place scientists in federal offices
- Dashboard of R&D investments by State
- Tip sheet for visiting your legislator in your home district
NAAS' monthly Academy Chats often cover topics in Science Policy.
Engineers and Scientists Acting Locally (ESAL) is a network with resources for taking action
Many states have Science Policy Fellowships and the National Conference of State Legislators (NCSL) has supported development of new programs
The National Science Policy Network offers many opportunities to get involved, especially for early career scientists
Find scientists serving in your own state legislature
Some academies offer Trainings for members in science policy. Some examples:
- VASEM's Undergraduate Policy Program rolls out in 2025
- Kentucky's Science Policy Workshops train members each winter
Civico is Sigma Xi's platform for state science policy