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REMINDER: Today, Feb. 28, is the last day to renew and maintain services. If you have been affected by federal layoffs or industry layoffs or are in financial need, please know that we have a lower renewal rate available. Simply select the lower rate at checkout. RENEW: nasw.org/renew

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IN ONE WEEK: Join us for a special 1.5 hr workshop on burnout with Wendy Marie Ingram, founder and CEO of Dragonfly Mental Health. All members welcome. Join the March 6 Event: www.nasw.org/events/... Not a Member? www.nasw.org/join

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EVENT TODAY: Join the PIO Committee at Noon ET/9 AM PT for a virtual networking social. All NASW members welcome. Join the February 27 Event: www.nasw.org/events/... Not a Member? www.nasw.org/join

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SHARE WITH YOUR NETWORKS: Applications are open for the 9th year of the NASW Diversity Summer Fellowship. Awards of $3,000 available for students and early-career science communicators undertaking summer internships. Learn more and apply by April 1: www.nasw.org/2025Div...

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THIS WEEK: Join the PIO Committee on Thursday, February 27 at Noon ET/9 AM PT for a virtual networking social. All NASW members welcome. Join the February 27 Event: www.nasw.org/events/... Not a Member? www.nasw.org/join

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MEMBERS: Renewal season ends on Feb. 28. If you have been affected by federal layoffs or industry layoffs or are in financial need, please know that we have a lower renewal rate available. Simply select the lower rate at checkout. RENEW: nasw.org/renew

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"When leaders try to silence reporters through intimidation, legal threats and denial of access, they are not protecting the country; they are protecting themselves from scrutiny." - @spj-posts.bsky.social, NASW, and 40+ orgs that support the public's right to know MORE: www.nasw.org/reporti...

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JUST ANNOUNCED: We are excited to open applications for the 9th year of the NASW Diversity Summer Fellowship. Awards of $3,000 available for students and early-career science communicators undertaking summer internships. Learn more and apply by April 1: www.nasw.org/2025Div...

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Yesterday, the NASW board shared a message with members, reaffirming commitment to the 91-year-old organization's values. It is our collective commitment to our members, to our community, and to our professions: www.nasw.org/article...

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GET INVOLVED: It's time to look toward our annual professional community gathering, and we invite you to help create the content you want to see online in September or in person in Pittsburgh in October for #SciWri25 SUBMIT YOUR IDEAS BY MARCH 12: sciencewriters2025.org/

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We are always looking to add free resources, awards, fellowships, and other funding opportunities to our NASW Funding Database. Have one to promote? Follow instructions here: nasw.org/advertise 🧪💚 (Current NASW member? Access database here: nasw.org/funding)

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Are you seeking excellent candidates for a paid internship in science writing? Reserve your spot at NASW’s Virtual Internship Fair, scheduled for Friday, Feb. 21 from 1-5 PM ET. NASW membership is not required for recruiters, and the “table” is free. SIGN UP TO RECRUIT: www.nasw.org/nasw-up...

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NASW joined @healthjournalism.org @sciencewriting.bsky.social @uprootproject.bsky.social @sejorg.bsky.social in objection to data removal: "This newly censored information has been used every day by journalists and communicators to inform the U.S. public." SHARE THE LETTER: www.nasw.org/article...

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NASW Members: Leverage our partnership with National Writers Union—including access to NWU’s expertise to resolve payment disputes. NASW Professional Members can qualify for the discounted NWU rate of $150—or request a hardship slot for free grievance assistance. How: www.nasw.org/memberd... 💚🧪📝

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TOMORROW: Be in community and share reflections on science, journalism, and mentorship during a special event with Idea Grant recipients Shaun Kirby and Ellen Kuwana. Join the February 12 Event: www.nasw.org/events/... Not a Member? www.nasw.org/join

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DEADLINE TODAY: Students planning to join us on Friday, Feb. 21 for NASW’s Virtual Internship Fair must register by the end of today, Monday, Feb. 10! GET ALL THE DETAILS AND REGISTER NOW: www.nasw.org/2025Int... Not a member? Join now via www.nasw.org/join

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STUDENTS: Seeking an internship? Join us on Friday, Feb. 21 for NASW’s Virtual Internship Fair. Be sure to register by Monday, Feb. 10! GET ALL THE DETAILS AND REGISTER NOW: www.nasw.org/2025Int... Not a member? Join now via www.nasw.org/join

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BE IN COMMUNITY: We invite you to share reflections on science, journalism, and mentorship during a special event with Idea Grant recipients Shaun Kirby and Ellen Kuwana. Join the February 12 Event: www.nasw.org/events/... Not a Member? www.nasw.org/join

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An abridged version of the NASW Info Access Standards is available in poster form for your newsroom, comms office, or classroom. Share this compass for journalists, PIOs, and managers cultivating transparency in the public interest. Bookmark: www.nasw.org/infoacc...

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Aspiring authors, read our latest #SciWriBooks posts. Here, NASW members share how they came up with their popular science book idea, developed a proposal, found agents and publishers, and put the book together. Need a weekend escape? Check out this week's entry: www.nasw.org/member_... 💚🧪📝

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Yesterday, NASW released an open letter to members regarding the ongoing communications freeze at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which began 17 days ago on Jan. 21. READ THE LETTER: www.nasw.org/article... REVIEW NASW's INFO ACCESS STANDARDS: www.nasw.org/infoacc...

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Are you seeking excellent candidates for a paid internship in science writing? Reserve your spot at NASW’s Virtual Internship Fair, scheduled for Friday, Feb. 21 from 1-5 PM ET. NASW membership is not required for recruiters, and the “table” is free. SIGN UP TO RECRUIT: www.nasw.org/2025Int...

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STUDENTS: Are you looking for an internship? Join us on Friday, Feb. 21 for NASW’s Virtual Internship Fair hosted by the Education Committee. Pre-registration is required. GET ALL THE DETAILS AND REGISTER: www.nasw.org/2025Int... Not a member? Join now via www.nasw.org/join

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HAPPENING TOMORROW: Join the Freelance Committee for February's Virtual Business Chat to discuss coworking. All members are invited. Bring a 15-20 minute task you'd like to complete. Join the February 6 Event: www.nasw.org/events/... Not a Member? Apply to Join NASW www.nasw.org/join

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The National Association of Science Writers supports AHCJ in this statement. We will be contributing our own call to action in the coming days.

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DEADLINE TOMORROW: Entries for the NASW Science in Society (SIS) Journalism Awards close on February 1. $2,000 awarded in each category. Deadline to enter is Feb. 1, 2025 at 11:59PM ET. ENTER AND LEARN MORE: www.nasw.org/science...

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MAKE AN IMPACT: Today is the last day to volunteer as a judge for this year’s Science in Society Journalism Awards and the Excellence in Institutional Writing Awards. SIGN UP NOW: www.nasw.org/volunteer

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DEADLINE TOMORROW: Entries for the NASW Excellence in Institutional Writing Awards (EIWA) close on February 1. $2,000 awarded in each category. Deadline: Feb. 1, 2025 at 11:59PM ET. ENTER AND LEARN MORE: www.nasw.org/excellence

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ATTENTION STUDENTS: Are you looking for an internship? Join us on Friday, Feb. 21 for NASW’s Virtual Internship Fair hosted by the Education Committee. Pre-registration is required. GET ALL THE DETAILS AND REGISTER: www.nasw.org/2025Int... Not a member? Join now via www.nasw.org/join

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SUPPORT AVAILABLE: Looking for seed funding for a project to support science journalism? Apply for a Peggy Girshman Idea Grant by April 4. Funds of up to $5,000 are available in this round. LEARN MORE AND APPLY: www.nasw.org/article... READ ABOUT OUR PREVIOUS GRANTEES: www.nasw.org/article...

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Looking to have an impact in the science writing community? NASW members are invited to help the Awards Committee screen and judge entries in this year’s Science in Society Journalism Awards and the Excellence in Institutional Writing Awards. LEARN MORE + SIGN UP BY JAN 31: www.nasw.org/volunteer

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Did you miss last week’s webinar on digital safety that was filled with concrete tips and advice for journalists and others? Check out the recording of the event, which was jointly hosted by NASW and the Association of Health Care Journalists. VIEW THE RECORDING: www.nasw.org/events/...

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INSTITUTIONAL WRITING AWARD DEADLINE APPROACHING: Entries for the NASW Excellence in Institutional Writing Awards (EIWA) close on February 1. $2,000 awarded in each category. Deadline: Feb. 1, 2025 at 11:59PM ET. ENTER AND LEARN MORE: www.nasw.org/excellence

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JOURNALISM AWARD DEADLINE APPROACHING: Entries for the NASW Science in Society (SIS) Journalism Awards close on February 1. $2,000 awarded in each category. Deadline to enter is Feb. 1, 2025 at 11:59PM ET. ENTER AND LEARN MORE: www.nasw.org/science...

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JUST ANNOUNCED: A new round of Peggy Girshman Idea Grants! Proposals for grants of up to $5,000 to support projects that benefit the field of science writing are welcomed. LEARN MORE AND APPLY BY APR. 4: www.nasw.org/article...

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JOIN US TOMORROW: Get tips and tools to protect yourself and your data online during NASW and AHCJ's joint webinar on digital safety for journalists: January 15, 1PM ET Learn more: www.nasw.org/events/... Register here: zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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HAPPENING THURSDAY: Join us for the first virtual networking social of 2025. The NASW Freelance Committee will host a mental health check-in. All members are invited. Join the January 9 Event: www.nasw.org/events/... Not a Member? Apply to Join NASW www.nasw.org/join

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THIS WEDNESDAY: Start the new year with reflections on science, journalism and mentorship during a special event from Idea Grant recipients Shaun Kirby and Ellen Kuwana. Join the January 8 Event: www.nasw.org/events/... Not a Member? Apply to Join NASW www.nasw.org/join

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THIS WEDNESDAY: Start the new year with reflections on science, journalism and mentorship with Idea Grant recipients Shaun Kirby and Ellen Kuwana and their guest speakers. Join the January 8 Event: www.nasw.org/events/... Not a Member? Apply to Join NASW www.nasw.org/join

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It's almost time for the weekend, science writers. Go find the things that recharge your creativity, inspiration, and flow. We'll be back next week, right alongside you! 💚🧪📝

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#WhySciWri 💚🧪📰

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A backstory to my book via @sciencewriters.org 🤓

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STARTING NOW AT 3 PM ET / Noon PT: NASW members, log in for our #SciWriSocial gathering institutional communicators! NASW PIO Committee co-chairs Lauren Quinn (@lquinnphd.bsky.social) and Gary Werner (@garywerner.bsky.social) welcome you for an hour of networking: www.nasw.org/events/... 💚🧪📝

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As 2024 comes to a close, we look back on our #NASW90th anniversary year with these key links: 1. Share Our 90th Anniversary Board Address: www.nasw.org/article... 2. Read Our Wonderful Member Histories: www.nasw.org/article... 3. Join NASW as a Member for 2025! www.nasw.org/join 💚🧪📝

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Did you miss our #SciWri24 national meeting this year? Read a recap of the "No Kidding: The Truth About Writing for Kids’ Science Media" workshop in Raleigh filed by NASW conference travel fellow Mureji Fatunde: www.nasw.org/article... #SciWriKids #SciWriBooks #Booksky 💚🧪📝

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Did you miss our #SciWri24 national meeting this year? Read a recap of the "Building Your Story’s Structure" workshop in Raleigh filed by NASW conference travel fellow Ambika Kandasamy (@ambikakandasamy.bsky.social): www.nasw.org/article... 💚🧪📝

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