How Public Policy is Created - and What You Can Do
October 24, 2018
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Wilderness Society
1615 M Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
This workshop further develops an understanding of the role of science in the public policy process. At the workshop, participants will examine the legislative process, engage in activities designed to define alternatives and examine how to position the need for policies on the bureaucratic agenda.
Network with your peers and professionals in the world of environmental policy.
Speakers include:
· Kevin Bryan, Keystone Policy Center – Using Science to Foster Collaborative and Sustainable Outcomes
· Tim Mealey, Meridian Institute – Using Science to Solve Problems and Make Informed Decisions
Note: New students registered for the workshop! If you apply to EcologyPlus and are accepted by the program, you will be eligible to apply for professional conference scholarships to advance career development in environmental and ecology related fields of up to $500. Funds should be related to relevant career goals and used by August 2019.
EcologyPlus is an alliance of 15 partners that connects diverse college students and early career scientists with timely and relevant career opportunities and a community of peers and professionals in ecology and related careers across all sectors. EcologyPlus is supported by funding from the National Science Foundation.
Suhey Ortega
Intern, Education and Diversity Programs
1990 M St NW Ste 700
Washington DC 20036
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