Take Action Tuesday

#weekly_action

We call on your scientific expertise again this week.

Submit a comment on the proposed National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program (National OCS Program) for 2019-2022 https://www.regulations.gov/document?D=BOEM-2017-0050-0001. Find more info and a sample comment at 500 WS website
https://500womenscientists.org/comment-for-offshore-exploration

2) We are inspired by local government for their commitments to the Paris agreement, including the CO Governor. Consider sharing your thoughts on climate commitments with your local government. Will they sign on with other cities, states, businesses? http://www.denverpost.com/2017/07/11/colorado-signs-us-climate-alliance-joining-states-committed-paris-climate-agreement/
http://wearestillin.com/

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A Balancing Act

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A Balancing Act

This week on #meetascientist, we get to know Emily Lescak, a member of the 500 Women Scientists leadership and coordinator for our Alaska pod. True to the 500WS mission, Emily has centered outreach and mentorship over the course of her career development. We're thrilled to share her research, outreach activities, and insights into the (surmountable) challenges facing women in STEM.

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Building networks, across waters

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Building networks, across waters

500 Women Scientists has over 100 pods around the world, thanks in large part to Dr. Angie Pendergrass, our amazing Pod Coordinator and member of the leadership team. This week, get to know Angie on #meetascientist. She shares her passions for science and coalition building, as well as her love of adventure and the environment.

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Meditating on Science in Public Policy

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Meditating on Science in Public Policy

This week on #meetascientist, we get to know Philo Mbong. A virologist by training, Philo left Academia to bring science into the world of public policy. She shares how she found her way into science with her interest in reproductive health and how she manages to ground herself through all her science policy and advocacy activities (spoiler: she's a master of yoga).

Weekly Wrap-Up

Weekly Wrap-Up

Summer is just around the corner, many of us may be taking a break, trying to catch up with life and the world, recharging, or traveling. As you make your summer plans, know that we appreciate all the effort that you have contributed over the last six months. We are working hard to focus the goals and outcomes of our organization. At any point, please share your ideas and your pod's ideas with us! 

500 Women Scientists is on its way to becoming a powerful organization representing the voices of tens of thousands of women scientists all over the globe. With your gift we can pay for the vital infrastructure we need. Plus, your donations help keep 500WS resources free and open, one less barrier to women in science.