Association of Science Communicators

About Association of Science Communicators

ASC is a non-profit, professional member-organization creating connections to meet the needs of the multifaceted science communication community. We are the hub for the professional science communication community helping those at the interface of Science & Society advance the value of science as societally beneficial human right. SCIENCE COMMUNICATORS ARE professionally skilled in enhancing the public awareness, interest, enjoyment, culture, and understanding of science. ASC IS an inclusive & diverse professional network of expert practitioners, facilitators, researchers, and trainers with the common essential goal of effectively communicating to increase the impact of science in society. We strengthen professionalism in science communications by… - Promoting a strong community of practice for science communicators - Supporting science communicators as they work to reach audiences across multiple platforms and media - Expanding professional development and certification programs for science communication practitioners and facilitators - Building the professionalization of science communicators as a field - Creating connections between scientists and communications professionals Each year we organize SCIENCE TALK, one of the premiere meetings of the professional science communication community. This gathering offers networking opportunities, instructional workshops, and presentations on better communicate science... always "by Science Communicators, for Science Communicators."