The Organic Farming Research Foundation is hosting a series of workshops this spring on Communicating with Legislators. The sessions will be free and held remotely. Upcoming session dates are:
- Wednesday, March 29th from 3-4:30 pm EST
- Thursday, April 13, 12pm-1:30pm EST
- Tuesday, April 25, 6pm-7:30pm EST
The workshop is designed to provide researchers with the tools and resources needed to effectively communicate their research and the importance of their work to policymakers and the general public. We will give particular focus on the unique challenges and opportunities of working at public universities. The workshop will cover topics such as:
- Communicating research findings to non-experts
- Building relationships with policymakers and stakeholders
- How to reach out and work with your institution’s Government Relations Office
We will also provide workshop attendees with ongoing opportunities to support issues important to publicly funded research into organic agriculture topics!
Click Here to register for one of our Workshops!
Legislatures were designed to react to information brought to it, rather than actively seek out that information, which is why it is so important to contact your representatives.
Congress is at the beginning stages of drafting the next Farm Bill, and they want to hear from experts like you! Survey data shows that Congressional staffers continue to hold scientists and researchers in high regard, and respect the insight you have to offer.
All are welcome to join these workshop sessions. There is no cost to participate, and the workshop will provide opportunities to network with other researchers, policymakers, and advocacy experts.
Please feel free to reach out directly to Gordon Merrick, OFRF’s Policy & Programs Manager with any questions, (gordon@ofrf.org). We hope to see you in the workshop sessions!