In this collaborative workshop series, younger scientists will be guided on the voter registration process, how to research science-based issues, and how to contact and have productive discussions with local representatives surrounding science policy. This series will instill confidence in the next generation of chemists to be active in our government and make their voices heard.

The first workshop, which will be held online on July 25 at 2:00 PM EST, will provide scientists with the following tools to get involved in government affairs:

(1) learn about the voter registration process

(2) determine a news story's bias

(3) learn about your local representatives

(4) research local science issues

The second workshop will be held in October 2020, at a date and time to be announced.

After you register, a link to the webinar will be provided in the days leading up to the workshop.

Please note that you do not have to be an NSYCC member to attend – this workshop is open to anyone who is interested in learning more about government affairs.

For any questions, please contact Meredith Ward, NSYCC Chair, at meredith.ward@nsycc.org.

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The Northeastern Section Younger Chemists Committee (NSYCC) is a committee of the Northeastern Section (NESACS) of the American Chemical Society (ACS). We serve over 1,000 younger chemists in New Hampshire and eastern Massachusetts, including undergraduates, graduate students, post-doctoral scholars, and early-career scientists. We aim to involve younger chemists in national and local ACS programs to help with their transition into a professional career.

Sponsored in part by the Science Rising Challenge Fund.