Join something amazing this week! Sunday 9th Aug: the Global Indigenous Youth Summit on Climate Change will wrap around the world with a 24 hour conference, championing the views of Indigenous youth. Register now and see a different perspective. futureearth.bsky.social buff.ly/8MZ7Jp8

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How can science better inform policy? At Constructor University, Frontiers Policy Labs sponsored a pre-conference workshop at the 2026 Global Young Academy AGM. In collaboration with @ingsa.org, our Science Advice collection is open for contributions and responses. fro.ntiers.in/policy-labs

Call for applications: Outstanding #EMCR researchers to serve as a #SciComm fellow. Hosted virtually by the ISC, the 18-month Fellowship provides an opportunity to explore how multilateral organizations can communicate evidence more effectively in international policy processes buff.ly/NfNCs8h

Call for applications: ISC Civic Science Fellow | deadline: 16 August - International Science Council

The International Science Council (ISC) is seeking applications from outstanding early- to mid-career researchers to serve as a Civic Science Fellow with a focus on science communication. Hosted…

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2nd year of the International Decade of Sciences for Sustainable Development and UNESCO has delivered an important report outlining the progress & serious gaps in achieving equality. The report resonates strongly with INGSA's #sciencepolicy values: Read the report here: buff.ly/nWZfoh3

OPPORTUNITY: The John Maddox Prize (worth $5000USD), is an international prize that champions researchers who have shown courage and resilience in standing by their work. There also an #EMCR award of $5000USD. Nominations close 2 Aug - buff.ly/BxtYEEP @royalsociety.org @senseaboutsci.bsky.social

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Tracey Brown from @SenseAboutSci has been interviewed by The Science Diplomat - "Evidence doesn't speak for itself, science advocate says" buff.ly/Cpi5r9f Quick read and Tracey is always worth listening to.

Evidence doesn't speak for itself, science advocate says

The Sense About Science chief says evidence must be open to scrutiny and democratic societies depend on institutions that help citizens determine what is true.

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The @ISC is running a survey asking: "What forms of scientific contribution go unrecognised today?" This is your change to have your say on what non-orthodox science outputs are not being adequately valued by current reward and recognition systems? A great discussion to be having!

Survey: What counts as a scientific contribution? - International Science Council

A consultation from the ISC Forum on Publishing and Research Assessment.

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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: @INGSA-Africa have opened calls for 5th cohort of the #ScienceAdvice Skills Development Program (#SASDP). If you're an #EMCR in Africa, this is your chance to develop your #evidence4policy skills with an experienced mentor. For more information and to apply:

Call for Applications! 2026 Science Advice Skills Development Program (SASDP) - 5th Cohort - INGSA

INGSA-Africa is delighted to announce the launch of the fourth cohort of the Science Advice Skills Development Program 2025-26

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@INGSA-Europe at the 2026 GYA conference - It was a pleasure to co-host a #scienceadvice workshop for #EMCRs, based on INGSA-Europe's current work on #sciadvice in challenging settings. Special thanks also to @@frontiersin.bsky.social for sponsoring the session and pre dinner drinks reception.

NEW MUST READ ARTICLE: "Six ways to put the public at the heart of science and policy" - @Nature commentary. buff.ly/spXMGDe A incisive piece on rebuilding #trust, improving #science4policy, and combatting #populism. An important #scipol piece that anyone will be able to take something from.

Six ways to put the public at the heart of science and policy

Trust in elite institutions is on the wane globally. Building public participation into research and government advice can turn the tide.

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What kind of democracy do we want to live in? Send an idea into HIIG's #twentyfifty by 22 June. The only requirement is that your vision must be grounded in your research yet utopian in ambition. Win an expenses-paid writing retreat in Berlin (travel expenses covered). www.hiig.de/call-for-sub...

Call for Submissions: twentyfifty

Das HIIG und WID laden Forscher*innen weltweit ein, sich demokratische Zukunftsvisionen für das Jahr 2050 vorzustellen. Einsendungsschluss: 15.06.2026.

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The EU Council has adopted the first ever EU framework for #sciencediplomacy after years of development and consultation. A fantastic effort on the part of all involved and a model for other regions developing #SciDip strategies. #sciencepolicy research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/news/all-res...

Council adopts first ever EU framework for science diplomacy

Today, the Council adopted a recommendation on a European Union framework for science diplomacy, following a proposal by the European Commission.

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Great to see that the UN has affirmed the ICJ's ruling on countries' legal obligation to deal with climate change - 148 for / 8 against (US, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Israel, Iran, Yemen, Liberia and Belarus) / 28 abstaining. buff.ly/0Z6rqhC

UN backs historic climate crisis ruling, despite US attempts to stop resolution

The US, Russia, Iran and Saudi Arabia – some of the highest oil-producing nations and major greenhouse gas emitters – opposed the measure

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Looking forward to speaking at this great event on knowledge brokerage and science for policy. #scipol acadsci.fi/tiede-ja-paa...

Kohti maailman viisaimpia päätöksiä 2.6.2026 - Tiedeakatemia

Suomalainen Tiedeakatemia kutsuu kaikki yhteistyökumppanit ja muut aiheesta kiinnostuneet juhlistamaan tiedevälittämisen kehittämistyötä kesäkuussa! Tilaisuudessa esitellään intensiivisen nelivuotisen...

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NEW PODCAST: "Science Forward", from the #UN Secretary-General’s Scientific Advisory Board (UN SAB) - kicking off with Yoshua Bengio and Charlotte Stix unpacking the challenge of AI Deception: when AI systems mislead about what they know, intend, or are capable of doing. buff.ly/AAWzjGx

When AI Learns To Lie (w/ Yoshua Bengio & Charlotte Stix)

Science Forward · Episode

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INGSA North America lead, Prof Marie-Christine Therrien, took part in the 11th Multi-stakeholder Forum on #STI on the #SDGs. Both panels are very interesting, and see Marie-Christine discussing the role of #cities in the critical transitions required. buff.ly/cMp1nti

(Part 2) 11th Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals

The STI Forum brings together a wide range of stakeholders from Member States, UN system, civil society, academia, private sector and various science and technology communities to help harness…

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A rather clever bit of satellite mapping of NO2 above cities combined with a measure of local GDP has revealed which cities have managed to grow economically while cutting their fossil-fuel-based emissions. Some are quite surprising. My latest for @nature.com 🧪 www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Giant map reveals thousands of cities worldwide with successful green policies

Greenhouse-gas emissions from burning fossil fuel have been mapped across thousands of cities worldwide.

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A new science-policy platform launches to strengthen food systems, improve diets and health in Africa https://www.europesays.com/africa/217372/ A new African-led initiative to advance healthier, more equitable and climate-resilient food systems was launched in Accra, Ghana…

A new science-policy platform launches to strengthen food systems, improve diets and health in Africa - Africa & Europe

A new African-led initiative to advance healthier, more equitable and climate-resilient food systems was launched in Accra, Ghana - at the University of Ghana

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. @ZwischenraeumeU has just released the first episode of their new LACUNAS Podcast on #Science, #Diplomacy, and #Culture. Have a listen: buff.ly/SOJrq9y #ScienceDiplomacy #Europe

1 week to go! @INGSA_Asia and @iscasiapacific.bsky.social are offering up to AUD15,000 for #SciAdvice practitioners in Asia to run their own workshops or training. A unique opportunity! To apply for Seeds of Science-Asia:

Seeds of science, Asia - International Science Council

The Seeds of Science, Asia program is run by the International Science Council’s Regional Focal Point for Asia and the Pacific (ISC-RFP-AP) in collaboration with International Network for…

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New INGSA Blog: Lessons from #Africa - Engaging EMCRs in the Science–Policy Interface by Dr Pitshou Moleka. "...the most transferable insight is the importance of recognising EMCRs not merely as future advisors, but as present actors within #science4policy systems.." Read it now:

A Compass for the Science-Policy Interface

Science advisors face the challenge of providing good answers to questions posed by decision-makers.  But what about the challenge of asking good questions? Is there a role for science advisors in…

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3 weeks remaining! Applications for Seeds of Science - Asia close at the end of April. Applicants can receive up to AUD15,000 to run workshops, events, or meetings at the evidence-to-policy interface! For more info and to apply: buff.ly/WkGM2OJ

Seeds of science, Asia - International Science Council

The Seeds of Science, Asia program is run by the International Science Council’s Regional Focal Point for Asia and the Pacific (ISC-RFP-AP) in collaboration with International Network for…

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With #AI chatbots, the lines between question and answer teams blur fast—raising new accountability challenges. In his new blog @saner61.bsky.social calls for fresh processes to embed "Alien Intelligence" responsibly into science–policy Q&A. buff.ly/skZf9xn #ScienceAdvice #Policy #evidence4policy

New Report: The Health Policy Trend Report 2026 - by the Global Health Policy Lab in collaboration with partners UNITE and APHRC. It is a practical resource and convening tool for ongoing discussions and capacity strengthening activities around health policymaking globally. Read: bit.ly/3PQloKD

The Government Chief Scientific Adviser will have a year focusing on the theme of ‘Trustworthy Information’. Great role in her office for a social scientist to provide support on this crucial topic and on other projects (£33k - £40k) www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi...

Did you receive the March edition of INGSA News - a bumper issue of opportunities and news from across #evidence4policy and #sciencediplomacy? Catch up here - buff.ly/Y0L5LK3 If you should have received it but didn't, update your contact info by re-filling out the form at: www.ingsa.org/join

In #science-policy interactions between #decision-makers and science #advisers, gaining clarity about the #questions decision-makers pose is important. In an @ingsa.org blog post Saner draws on his experience to outline practical steps in the “quest for the right question” ingsa.org/key-issues-c...

Ever hesitated to ask for clarification on a "clear" question? You’re not alone. In his latest blog, @saner61.bsky.social unpacks why science advisors shouldn't fear one extra iteration on the question—especially on scope, answerability, time, and resources. Link: buff.ly/skZf9xn #evidence4policy

Science advisors face a challenge: finding good answers to policymakers’ questions. But what if the real challenge is asking the right questions? A new piece by @saner61.bsky.social explores how formulating better questions can shape more effective scientific advice. buff.ly/skZf9xn #ScienceAdvice

The Quest for the Right Question

Science advisors face the challenge of providing good answers to questions posed by decision-makers.  But what about the challenge of asking good questions? Is there a role for science advisors in…

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NEW Report: "Interfaz ciencia y política: asesoramiento científico en Iberoamérica y oportunidades para una cooperación regional informada en evidencia" from Emilia Aiello, Alma Cristal Hernández Mondragón, and Leonor Sierra. bit.ly/3PFGY4l Published by @fundacioncarolina.es #evidence4policy