COMPASS

COMPASS works toward a world where science helps people and nature thrive together.

08/28/2026

We all want to make a good first impression, which might be why it can feel so hard to talk about yourself and your work with others. Being able to introduce yourself appropriately, confidently, and engagingly is a skill that will serve you well in any group, but there’s more to it than just talking about yourself for a minute or two—and there are some common self-introduction mistakes that can make it harder to achieve your communication goals.

We’ll dig deeper into what can help you show up the way you want to, and have the conversations you’re hoping for.

Register here: https://buff.ly/p0bOcGG

08/11/2026

We all have knowledge that can help with changes in a complex world. But we have to share that knowledge strategically so that others can understand it and use it effectively. How can COMPASS help you do that?

Join our free 1-hour virtual open house for scientists, agencies, nonprofits, and mission-driven organizations who want to strengthen communication, community engagement, and cross-boundary collaboration.

Come meet our team, hear about our work, and explore ways we can work together to help ensure decisions about communities, the environment, and our collective future are guided by the best available knowledge.

🗓️ Wednesday, August 12 from 10-11am PT/ 1-2pm ET
🔗 https://buff.ly/HaScIKV

08/07/2026

Many science topics are increasingly difficult to discuss due to rising polarization. Opinions on climate change, vaccine use, and more may be aligned with identities and values that are hard to work through, particularly when your own values appear to be different from, or even conflict with, those of your audience.

Join us and learn to communicate science across conflicting viewpoints.

🗓️ Friday, August 14, 2026 from 1-4pm ET / 10am-1pm PT
🔗 https://buff.ly/nyN0XML

07/02/2026

✨ Upcoming workshop: Strategic Science Communication ✨

Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination! Wherever you are on your journey, this workshop will provide you with an opportunity to practice communicating strategically about science topics that matter to you.

What's in store?
👍 Grounded in science communication research, we'll drive into techniques and tools that'll help you communicate with clarity and purpose.
👍 Through hands-on practice, facilitated discussions, and breakout sessions, you'll leave with a stringer understanding of how to break down complex topics and turn them into clear, impactful messages.

Register today: https://buff.ly/srzmnQ6

05/05/2026

✨ This Friday: Writing with Purpose Workshop ✨

Clear, compelling, and strategic communication is crucial for change, and writing is one important avenue for sharing scientific ideas and new information. But it can feel daunting to write something that’s scientifically accurate, easy to understand, impactful and interesting for readers who don’t have a science background. We can help.

In this virtual workshop, we’ll support you as you plan out how you’re going to strategically share your key messages in your writing, so that you can achieve your science communication goals.

🔗 Join us: https://buff.ly/9Hzp2hQ

04/25/2026

✨ This Friday: Policy Pathways ✨

Policy shapes public life in many ways, and often is a necessary part of lasting change. Accurate information is vital to good public policy, but often people’s understanding of policy pathways starts and stops at elections. Yet there are many, many more ways to get involved in public policy, at all levels of governance!

This workshop takes a closer look at the variety of roles that people can play in the policy process, with an emphasis on accurately communicating science and knowledge.

💡 Learn about the many pathways for policy engagement
💡 Identify policy pathways that align with your goals and strengths
💡 Develop a plan for moving along a policy pathway you identify
💡 Receive feedback on your plan

Join us: https://buff.ly/9LEfZOA

04/21/2026

✨ This Friday: Responding to Conflict ✨

Conflict is inevitable in life—but it doesn’t always have to be destructive. If we are prepared to stay curious about the real source of the conflict, and open to others’ perspectives, we may find new possibilities and pathways forward. While it can be challenging to keep communicating in a constructive way when people disagree with us, we can build our skills so that we’re better equipped to handle conflict when it comes up.

During this virtual workshop, you’ll learn about different types of conflict and ways to recognize and manage them, as well as practices for building your own resilience and skills. You’ll also have the opportunity to try some techniques for improving your understanding of the conflict, and processes for communicating through conflict more productively.

Register today: https://buff.ly/zhgAuSR

04/15/2026

✨ This Friday: Communicating Risk Workshop ✨

Every day, we all make decisions that require us to consider risk, but it can be challenging to communicate risk to others in compassionate, meaningful ways. We know more than ever about how risk information is processed in the brain, and applying those insights to our risk communication will help our audiences better understand risk and make more informed decisions about their health, safety, and the environment.

In this workshop, you will:

💡 gain a deeper understanding of the science behind risk communication;
💡identify and begin to draft the different components of a plan for communicating risk around a topic that’s important for you;
💡practice revising a key risk message to be more meaningful, compassionate, and actionable for your particular audience; and
💡receive feedback on your message from peers and trainers.

Register here: https://buff.ly/THzBhSB

03/26/2026

When science meets public concern, conflict and policymaking, science communication can get complex fast.

You may be asked to explain risk, navigate disagreement, discuss tradeoffs, or engage in policy with people who bring very different perspectives to the table.

Our new 4-workshop series, COMPASS Skill Sprint: Communicating Science in Complex Settings, is designed to help scientists and technical experts build confidence communicating when it matters most.

Over four weeks, we'll explore how to:
✨ Make your work resonate with people outside your field,
✨ Communicate risk clearly and effectively,
✨ Navigate conflict productively, and
✨ Connect science to U.S. policy.

🎓️ You also have the option to receive a Professional Certificate upon completion. If you're ready to grow your impact, join us!

Follow the link to register: https://buff.ly/QJATCsk

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Portland, OR

Telephone

+15032862056

Website

http://www.COMPASSscicomm.org/

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