Science Advocacy
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Advocating for the Developmental Sciences
SRCD is dedicated to advancing the developmental sciences which includes advocating for our sciences and our scientists. SRCD works to ensure that policymakers, funders, and other decision-making bodies support and protect the interests of the child development research community in the U.S. and globally.
Science Advocacy Activities
SRCD posts comments, submits responses to draft policies, signs-on to multi-organization letters, and shares updates regarding policies and practices impacting our scientific community's ability to fund, conduct, publish, and disseminate its research.
The Consortium of Social Science Associations (COSSA)
SRCD is a governing member of the Consortium of Social Science Associations (COSSA) and works closely with COSSA on science advocacy activities. We encourage our members to explore the science advocacy resources available.
Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences (FABBS)
SRCD is a governing member of the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences (FABBS) and works closely with FABBS on science advocacy activities. We encourage our members to explore the science advocacy resources available.
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Recent SRCD Engagement
SRCD initiates Calls-to-Action as well as sign on letters to U.S. officials, representing the interests and goals of the SRCD membership and the science community as a whole.
Policy Efforts in 2024
SRCD Signs on to a Friends of NICHD letter on FY 2023 Appropriations
A Seat at the Table
SRCD advocates for the best interests of child development researchers through its membership in consortia, coalitions, and federations dedicated to supporting the behavioral and social science community. The Executive Director and other SRCD staff represent our members in these groups:
Other Ways You Can Get Involved
Check out some helpful resources, links, and blogs from affiliate organizations to help kickstart your engagement in science advocacy.