COMPASS
We're a nonprofit helping scientists and subject matter experts communicate with clarity, strategy, and purpose — all in service of people and nature.
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- ✨ Upcoming Workshop: Responding to Conflict ✨ If we are prepared to stay curious about the real source of conflict, and open to others’ perspectives, we may find new possibilities and pathways forward. Register today: buff.ly/HGQ7V9q #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging #Conflict
- Agricultural scientist, teacher, and communicator, Carver's work reminds us that science can uplift communities, heal ecosystems, and inspire wonder in even the smallest parts of nature 🌱. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackInScience #ScienceCommunication #EnvironmentalJustice #SustainableAgriculture
- We’re heading to #OSM2026 in Glasgow! 🌊 While we’re there, we’re hosting town hall on #RiskCommunication (open to all attendees) & an evening panel + social on the state of #mCDR science (RSVP details coming soon!) Hope to see some of you there! More details here: buff.ly/ZPAh35q
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- Reposted by COMPASSCan phytoplankton help close the carbon dioxide removal (CDR) gap? Ocean Visions’ new report examines whether and how phytoplankton might contribute to the gigatons of CDR needed to meet global climate goals. 🔗LEARN MORE: oceanvisions.org/phytoplankto...
- It's Black History Month! We're thankful for our Black friends and colleagues working in important science and sharing information with the people who need it most. #BlackHistoryMonth #CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #ScienceEngage #StrategicMessaging
- ✨ Upcoming Workshop: Responding to Conflict ✨ If we are prepared to stay curious about the real source of conflict, and open to others’ perspectives, we may find new possibilities and pathways forward. Register today: buff.ly/HGQ7V9q #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging #Conflict
- Expectations: Adults need to know why they’re learning. Relevance: Adults want to learn things that have relevance to their lives. Experiential: Adults’ experiences provide the basis for learning. Solutions: Adult learning is problem-centered. #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #VirtualEvent
- ✨ This Friday: Building Better Virtual Events ✨ You’ll explore how to use strategic agenda design, meeting management techniques, and technological tools to help you create memorable, engaging virtual events. Register here: buff.ly/s1XhJMz #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
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- A good image can help people understand your presentation at a deeper level. But finding that image is easier said than done sometimes! Follow us for more tips and register for tomorrow's Presentations with Purpose workshop: buff.ly/gB8x3OY #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
- Last year, a wolf video captured global attention. 🐺 But it didn’t travel on its own. #SciComm skills and preparation helped the research team reach a wide audience & use the moment to invite deeper conversations around #conservation & #IndigenousStewardship. Read more: buff.ly/2u2DjsS
- ✨ This Friday ✨ This workshop goes beyond common ‘dos’ & ‘don’ts’ of presenting, to share practical applications of adult learning theory & provide a template for preparing strategic presentations. Register here: buff.ly/gB8x3OY #CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
- Being able to introduce yourself confidently is a skill that will serve you well. One thing you can practice right now is your "elevator speech!" In 30s, can you share who you are, what you do, & why it matters? #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #ScienceEngage #ElevatorSpeech #FirstImpressions
- We're getting back into the swing of things and we have some elements of science communication that we hope are "in" and "out" this year. #ScienceForChange #CommunicationSkills #StrategicMessaging #ScienceCommunication #SciComm #ScienceEngage
- Reposted by COMPASSApplications are still open! The Science for Public Good Fund offers up to $1500 to support community-driven science advocacy projects. From workshops to local campaigns, you can help spark change. Apply here now: act.ucsusa.org/3KVR9Qo
- Time for your COMPASS 2025 Wrapped! Our 25th year has been a success thanks to your support and participation in our trainings, workshops, and events. #ScienceForChange #CommunicationSkills #StrategicMessaging #ScienceCommunication #SciComm #ScienceEngage #SpotifyWrapped
- Our #ImpactReport is here! 🤩 It includes results from our alumni survey + stories from our community on how COMPASS is helping amplify and transform the role of science in society. ➡️ Read the full report here: buff.ly/xULdcjG #ScienceCommunication #ScienceEngagement #SciComm
- ✨ This Friday: Communicating Risk ✨ Applying new insights to our risk communication will help our audiences better understand risk & make more informed decisions about their health, safety, & the environment. Register here: buff.ly/2mDGDn4 #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #Risk #RiskComm
- We’re excited to welcome Emily Patrolia as our new Board Chair! 🎉 She brings deep experience in science, policy & leadership, plus a passion for fostering connections across disciplines & perspectives. Learn more about Emily here: buff.ly/x05xoHo
- #RiskComm Insights Pt. 1: Timing impacts how people perceive & respond to risk ⏳. We are more likely to act when risks feel immediate, but with long-term risks (like #ClimateChange), urgency fades—even if the threat is real. Join our next risk comm workshop to learn more: buff.ly/2mDGDn4
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- 🔥 #FireCon2025 is off to an amazing start! Thank you to everyone who joined our #SciComm workshop. The energy and engagement were fantastic, with great discussions on the challenges of communicating the complexities of fire. Can't wait for Friday's #RiskComm Roundtable! Details: buff.ly/zaAznaV
- From public health to conservation, scientists are working to tackle the world’s biggest challenges—but they need support to make their voices heard. This #GivingTuesday, join us in supporting the people sharing science to drive real, lasting change: buff.ly/TF57C3J ❤️ #ScienceForChange #SciComm
- Come to our Open House, where you can experience the COMPASS approach to building communication & collaboration capacity, & learn more about working with us. Register here: buff.ly/OAHEF0D #CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
- Are you attending the 11th International #FireEcology & Management Congress this week? Join us for 2 key sessions🔥: 📚 Workshop: Strategic #SciComm for #WildlandFire Experts 🗓 12/2 8:30am – 12:30pm 💬 Roundtable: Communicating “Living w/ Fire” 🗓 12/5 10:40am – 12:20pm See you there: buff.ly/zaAznaV
- There's plenty of opportunities to build your communication toolkit with COMPASS before the year ends. 🗓️ Dec. 4 – Open House 🗓️ Dec. 5 – Message Box Practice Session 🗓️ Dec. 12 – Communicating Risk Follow the link to register: buff.ly/EbseBaU #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
- There is still time to register for our in-person workshop in Halifax! Deadline extended to Friday, Nov 28. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
- Are you attending the Ocean Frontier Institute's CONVERGE CDR Forum in Halifax this December? Join our workshop: Strategic Communication for the Ocean Climate Science Community on Dec 1 from 1–5 PM. Strengthen your voice and ensure your research resonates! Register by Nov 21: buff.ly/OtSd1iv
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- "On the Indigenous side, oftentimes it’s not the humans who are provided the delegated authority from the creator to make decisions. It is the earth elements, the animals and plants themselves, which actually determine what should happen on the land base." #NativeAmericanHistoryMonth #Indigenous
- We’re thrilled to share that the Paul M Angell Family Foundation awarded a grant to COMPASS and @savingoceans.bsky.social #BlueParks network! This funding will help #MarineProtectedArea managers and advocates strengthen their communication skills to advance marine biodiversity worldwide. 🌊💙🪸
- Are you attending the Ocean Frontier Institute's CONVERGE CDR Forum in Halifax this December? Join our workshop: Strategic Communication for the Ocean Climate Science Community on Dec 1 from 1–5 PM. Strengthen your voice and ensure your research resonates! Register by Nov 21: buff.ly/OtSd1iv
- "Western science and research does not always align with Indigenous ways of life; therefore, it is important to listen to the approaches and how they want things done in their communities." - Dr. Jessica Hernandez, author of Fresh Banana Leaves. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican
- Great news! 🌎 The Switzer Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Switzer Environmental Fellowships. Grad students in New England or California working toward environmental impact—apply by Jan 5: www.switzernetwork.org/fellowship/b...
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- ✨ Upcoming Workshop: Navigating Difficult Conversations ✨ Opinions on climate change & vaccine use are aligned with values that feel hard to work through. Join us to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
- Our co-executive director Heather Mannix had a great time at #OceanFloorExplore last week!
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- Throughout November, we take time to recognize and honor the the history, culture, and contributions of our Indigenous friends and colleagues. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #AmericaIndian
- Many science topics feel scary these days! Opinions on climate change & vaccine use may be aligned with values that are hard to work through. Join us on Nov. 14 to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
- Meaningful change often requires changing systems — the visible and invisible structures that shape our world. There’s no one way to do it. Our latest blog explores 3 approaches: working within, with, or against systems. Read it here 👉 buff.ly/Eus3jCu #SocialImpact #SystemsChange
- "By the end of the course they have transformed how they talk about their work. This change is so positive for them - you can see it in their excitement! It motivates them." #ScienceCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment #ScienceToAction #CommunicationSkills #COMPASSscicomm
- ✨ This Friday: Outstanding One-Pagers ✨ When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference. Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2 #CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
- The Economic Futures Summit is just around the corner! 🌍 Excited to attend this Indigenous-led event and learn from 350+ leaders advancing climate & sustainability solutions. 📅 Nov 4-6 ✨ Hosted by Indigenous Engagement Institute ➡️ Register: buff.ly/pC1RDV0 Will you be there?
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- ✨ Upcoming Workshop: Outstanding One-Pagers ✨ When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference. Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2 #CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
- We're ending Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting COMPASS expert Juan Pérez Sáez and how his upbringing has influenced his career. Watch our video blog to learn more: buff.ly/G970Orj #SciComm #SciEngage #Conservation #ScienceForChange #HispanicHeritageMonth #HispanicHeritage
- We often treat communication as the last step in science. But what if it was baked in from the start? New blog post reflects on transdisciplinary research (TDR) and how it aligns with COMPASS's work. Read it here: buff.ly/z4EvTnH #ScienceCommunication #TransdisciplinaryResearch #SciComm
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- ✨ This Friday: Introduction to Strategic Science Communication ✨ Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination! Join us: buff.ly/ouEepJL #CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
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- We are usually deciding whether we agree or disagree with what we're hearing in a conversation. But what if we stopped inserting our opinions & instead aimed to understand the values & beliefs that are reflected in what our audience is saying? #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
- Strong #RiskCommunication is just as important as strong science. We recently teamed up with @scientistsorg.bsky.social + Matt Wright of @aaas.org to support #wildfire experts in sharing critical info clearly & effectively. Read insights in our latest post: buff.ly/aMrcWtj #RiskComm #SciComm
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- ✨ Upcoming Workshop: Introduction to Strategic Science Communication ✨ Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination! Join us: buff.ly/ouEepJL #CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
- With the #GovernmentShutdown underway, many public servants are navigating additional uncertainty. If that’s you, we hope you’ll join us for a free, virtual workshop designed specifically for current & former members of the civil service. 🗓️ 10/8/2025 🔗 buff.ly/TvRz24T
- Reposted by COMPASSBreaking News: Jane Goodall, one of the world’s most revered conservationists, died at 91. Her discoveries in the 1960s about how chimpanzees behaved in the wild broke new ground and represented what was called “one of the Western world’s great scientific achievements.” nyti.ms/42kpGxt
- During Hispanic Heritage Month, we aim to both celebrate the contributions of our Hispanic colleagues & friends, & highlight the need to continue working towards an equitable conservation movement. Read more here: buff.ly/0JX17I5 #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #SciPol #HispanicHeritageMonth
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- During National Estuaries Week, we're reflecting on our blue carbon work & the role of coastal ecosystems in storing carbon. Check out our blog with Dr. Matthew Costa @mangrovematt.bsky.social: buff.ly/8qHDj5A #NationalEstuariesWeek #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #SciPol #StrategicMessaging
