A Field Guide for Science Writers

Announcing #SciWriThrive: A member-run support space

We’re excited to announce a new, member-organized space for scicomm professionals to talk openly about personal + professional challenges. Career health and mental health are often discussed separately, but they flourish together. The #SciWriThrive network aims to bring together science writers to thrive off our collective support.

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Information Access Committee seeks input on openness in the federal government

Announcing NASW’s new Conflict of Interest resource

NASW Diversity Reporting Grants support coverage of marginalized communities

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