Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel
@drsl.bsky.social
I am a developmental scientist and advocate for children and youth. Views are my own!
SRCD invites you to join this upcoming webinar on Quantitative Critical Race Theory in developmental science. This webinar will take place on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 from 1:00–2:00 PM ET and will be held virtually. Register here: https://bit.ly/4cuIfEt #SRCD #SRCDWebinars
Sharing this important Action Alert from COSSA to tell Congress to stop the dismantling of the National Science Foundation's Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences Directorate! It is easy to click on the link below to contact your Congressperson and U.S. Senators. cossa.org/action-cente...
Join us for this important webinar!
Society for Research in Child Development@srcdorg.bsky.social · 6mo agoAcademic freedom is the foundation for strong science and evidence-based policy. Join SRCD for a webinar exploring the current landscape on academic freedom and what it means for the future of science. Register here: https://bit.ly/4tpFefh
Applications for the 2025 Victoria S. Levin Award (up to $25,000) are due January 9th, 2026 by 11:59 p.m EDT. View eligibility and submission requirements here: https://bit.ly/4aSfl0A
The call for submissions deadline has been updated to Dec. 11th, 2025! Submissions may focus on identity development, health & wellbeing, education, families, policy, civic participation w/ an emphasis on intersectionality, innovation, & actionable science. Apply here: https://bit.ly/49pHk7a
SRCD is offering Small Grants of up to $7,500 for #research projects conducted by SRCD early #career members who completed their doctoral degree no earlier than January 1, 2021. The submission deadline is Jan. 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. Apply at https://bit.ly/487Fjub.
We invite you to join us for the 2025 Diverse Majority Society Lecture Series (DLS) on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM EST. Register here: https://bit.ly/4nnR8BY Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST Cost: No Cost
Applications for the 2026–2027 SRCD U.S. Policy Fellowship are coming soon! Join our webinar on November 18, 1–2 PM ET, to learn how to find placements, strengthen your application, and hear advice from SRCD staff and alumni. Register today! http://bit.ly/4h3d6J1
SRCD is now accepting submissions for its 8th annual Small Grants Program for Early Scholars. Grants of up to $7,500 are available on a competitive basis for research projects conducted by SRCD early career members. The submission deadline is January 19, 2026. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3JxBcg8
#SCOTUS decision today goes against the scientific evidence: family separation and the constant vigilance and threat of separation harms kids, families, and communities. SRCD stands by our Latinx communities. Read the evidence here: bit.ly/4mYVyQo
So happy to support this program and the next gen of dev science scholars!
Society for Research in Child Development@srcdorg.bsky.social · last yr.SRCD would like to thank all the mentors and scholars who participated in the 2025 cohort in-person orientation for the Towards 2044: Horowitz Early Career Scholars Program. #professionaldevelopment
Here is an opportunity to sign a letter in support of NIH scientists! www.standupforscience.net/bethesda-dec...
Bethesda Declaration — STAND UP FOR SCIENCE
Support NIH Staff Now!
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VA Lt. Governor candidates are debating on May 22. Sponsored by the NOVA Democratic Black Caucus.
2025 Virginia Lieutenant Governor Candidate Debate
Come watch the top Virginia Lieutenant Governor candidates go head-to-head in a lively debate on May 22, 2025!
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On June 14—Flag Day—Donald Trump wants tanks in the street and a made-for-TV display of dominance for his birthday. A spectacle meant to look like strength. But real power isn’t staged in Washington. It rises up everywhere else. Find an event near you! www.mobilize.us/nokings/
It is NSF’s 75th anniversary next week. Scientists & the public are needed to speak out about draconian cuts. Here are free resources and a social media toolkit from the Coalition for National Science Funding www.cnsf.us/nsf-75
Some great news! www.cnn.com/2025/05/09/u...
Federal judge in Vermont orders Tufts University Student Rümeysa Öztürk released on bail after six weeks in detention | CNN
A federal judge in Vermont ordered the release of Rümeysa Öztürk, a Tufts University doctoral student from Turkey, who was detained by federal immigration officers near her Massachusetts home on March...
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Join VA Democracy Forward in our first fundraiser of the year for VA House delegate @kimadamsforva.bsky.social May 16 @ 5:30 PM in McLean, VA. Sign up today! bit.ly/4iPhBpJ
Don’t forget early voting for this important local election!
TONIGHT: Winsome Earle-Sears to Campaign with Kevin Roberts, Far-Right Architect of Project 2025; "Event signals Sears’ extreme agenda to roll back rights, kill Virginia jobs, and enact dangerous policies" - Democratic Party of Virginia bluevirginia.us/2025/05/toni...
TONIGHT: Winsome Earle-Sears to Campaign with Kevin Roberts, Far-Right Architect of Project 2025
Yep, that's Winsome Earle-Sears for you..."speaking at tonight’s event with Project 2025 architect Kevin Roberts," which "signals her extreme agenda and highlights her extreme record," as the Democr
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Here is another opportunity for social scientists to share your stories about losing your funding! cossa.org/share-your-s...
Share Your Story with COSSA | COSSA
Given current uncertainty about the future of the U.S. research enterprise, COSSA is collecting stories from the social and behavioral science community on how recent Executive Actions are affecting o...
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The Spencer Foundation is offering rapid response bridge funding for those who lost NSF research grants. www.spencer.org/grant_types/...
Rapid Response Bridge Funding Program
In the face of recent abrupt shifts in federal funding for education research, including large-scale terminations of National Science Foundation (NSF) research grant awards, we have developed a rap...
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Join us today at the Global Developmental Science Networking Event from 3:20–4:20 PM in Room 101H, 1st Floor of the Convention Center. Collaborate, share, and build bridges at #SRCD2025
Thought provoking panel on protecting youth in high police surveillance neighborhoods with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison here at #SRCD25
Found the Ribbon Wall yet? It’s just to the right when you enter the Exhibit Hall hallway! Add a pop of pride to your #SRCD2025 badge—whether it’s a caucus, role, or just for fun. Let’s ribbon up!
Honored to be selected as SRCD’s next executive director! www.srcd.org/news/srcd-se...
SRCD Selects Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel, CAE as Executive Director | Society for Research in Child Development SRCD
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