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Event - Oct 2, 2025
oSTEM Conference - Supporting your local community through policy advocacy

Join ESAL for a workshop at the oSTEM Conference in Baltimore! Whether you’re a federal scientist or new to science policy, this workshop will educate you on approaches to local engagement and equip you to apply those lessons in your own communities.

Event - Sep 30, 2025
ESAL Community - Community Gathering

Join our first ESAL Community Gathering, bringing together members who have joined the online platform since we launched in July. You will hear tactical updates from ESAL and exchange ideas and needs with us and other members.

Article - Sep 22, 2025
Bridging Research and Policy: Kate Burns on Embedding Science in Local Government

Kate Burns serves as the director of state and local innovation at the Federation of American Scientists, building on her prior role as Executive Director at MetroLab, where she helped translate research into real-world policy initiatives.

Event - Sep 16, 2025
ESAL Virtual Event - Imagining Scientific Futures: Opportunities & Hope in Difficult Times

ESAL is hosting a virtual event on Thursday October 2, 2025 where panelists representing different perspectives on community engagement for STEM will explore the opportunities that might arise in this difficult moment of funding cuts, job loss, and political pressures.

Event - Sep 9, 2025
California Coastal Cleanup Day - Modesto, CA

Join us in celebrating California Coastal Cleanup and National Cleanup Day (with Mo'Beautiful)

Article - Sep 8, 2025
Science, Sovereignty, and Sustainability: Karletta Chief on Water Security

Karletta Chief, PhD, (Diné) a professor, extension specialist, and director of the Indigenous Resilience Center at the University of Arizona shares about building initiatives and educational experiences that nurture community resilience.

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