When scientists advocate for increased research funding and other priorities, it makes a difference — and getting started is simple. Through this collection of advocacy training videos, SfN’s Advocacy Engagement Manager shares helpful information for new and experienced advocates. This series covers background on what advocacy is and why it’s important to your work, along with keys to effectively encourage lawmakers to support basic and biomedical research, including how to: • Plan high impact activities. • Share your research story. • Understand the budget process. • Prepare for and conduct a meeting on Capitol Hill. • Partner with SfN and other advocates. After watching this series, you’ll learn why your voice as a scientist is crucial in making the case for continued funding, and how to connect with your legislators in efficient and meaningful ways, whether or not you’re in Washington, D.C.

What is Neuronline?

Discover tips for navigating SfN’s annual meeting in this collection of resources. You’ll find advice for networking, starting conversations, identifying events and posters you want to attend, building out your schedule, and more.

We recently redesigned the Neuronline website - as a result, some pages were moved or changed. Try looking in the appropriate section above, or using the search box at the upper right.

Learn from other neuroscientists’ perspectives and personal stories in interviews with experts, advice articles, how-to guides, and more featuring scientists from all levels working across the field.

The way Congress operates is complex, especially around the budget and appropriations processes. Understanding which aspects of the appropriations process affect federal science funding each year can help you know when your advocacy efforts will be most impactful to a Congressional office. This video will cover: • An overview of the basic budget and appropriations process. • How to time your advocacy efforts with that process for maximum impact. • Ways to partner with SfN on a variety of advocacy activities throughout the year.

There are certain activities you can do to advocate more efficiently. Using data, learn about the most effective ways to engage with your lawmakers. Whether you’re just stepping into advocacy or are an experienced advocate, there are many ways to get the attention of a Congressional office — even if you’re not in Washington, D.C. This video covers: • The variety of options available to communicate with Congressional offices. • Which means of communication are most impactful, according to Congressional staffers. • How to pick the platform you’re most comfortable with to engage your members of Congress.

Learn how to talk about your research with nonscientists in a way that promotes biomedical and animal research with articles, training videos, and more for new and experienced advocates.