How to Partner With SfN for a Stronger Advocacy Message

There are many opportunities to partner with SfN and other like-minded advocates, whether you’re just beginning or have years of experience. We have many materials that you can use to help you get started, continue, or bolster your advocacy activities.

This video will cover:

• Resources available to support your growth as an advocate.
• Why it’s encouraged to tell SfN about your advocacy activities and how to get in touch.
• Simple ways to get started.

Take these steps to connect with SfN as you get started:

• Email advocacy@sfn.org for personalized assistance.
• Sign up for the Advocacy Network Newsletter to receive the latest science policy developments, advocacy engagement opportunities, and resources.
• Visit sfn.org/advocacy where you can download a list of advocacy best practices, resources to share with policymakers, and the advocacy app.

Speaker

Adam Katz

Adam Katz is the director of Advocacy and Training at the Society for Neuroscience, where he oversees organizational legislative and advocacy efforts, scientific training and professional development programs, and diversity efforts. He previously held positions at the American Society for Microbiology, Research!America, the University of California at Irvine, and the National Institute of Mental Health. Katz's primary research interests lie in neural plasticity. He received his undergraduate degree in brain and cognitive science from the University of Rochester and his master’s in policy and advocacy from Georgetown University.