Script is a free training and networking resource for journalists, scientists and anyone who wants to communicate science in an engaging and accurate way.

By connecting reporters and researchers, and giving both groups the skills to understand and communicate with each other, Script aims to increase the quantity and quality of science-related stories in the news. We believe this is essential to enable informed, evidence-based decision-making, by everyone from individuals to policymakers.

Take a look at the resources below to find out more.

Script is made possible by funding from the Robert Bosch Stiftung and is implemented by SciDev.Net

Free online courses

Free online training for both journalists and scientists, delivered through interactive, bitesize modules that can be completed at a time that suits you


Practical guides

These short, easy-to-read guides, offer clear answers to the most commonly asked science communication questions


News

The latest updates and announcements from the Script project


Script Connect

Script Connect is our new ground-breaking Web application that brings together scientists and journalists for better science communication.


Our partners

Meet Script’s media and academic partners and learn how their involvement contributes to the project’s success


Bespoke training

Find out how the Script team can design a tailored training programme on specific subject areas for your organisation

The O.R. Tambo Africa Research Chairs Initiative is an exciting example of how the NRF has leveraged its partnerships through the SGCI: sub-Saharan Africa to develop a homegrown funding model for sustainable investment in Africa's scientific enterprise: https://www.nrf.ac.za/the-o-r-tambo-africa-research-chairs-initiative-utilising-frugal-funding-mechanisms-for-long-term-strategic-research-investments/

The SGCI Annual Forum fosters high-level dialogues, enabling African science granting councils and stakeholders in science, technology, and innovation (STI) to engage in peer learning and align research and development with national priorities.

#SGCIAnnualForum2024

17 African national councils and ministries responsible for science and technology are meeting with development partners and scientists in Gaborone this week to discuss how science, technology and innovation can drive development across the continent. @ScriptTraining @SGCIAfrica

Time flies! We're already on the final day of training. Today, we are discussing how to effectively communicate research findings to policymakers. @ScriptTrainig @CABI_News

This is an example of a media article written by a researcher about their research. It's an expert opinion article, with a catchy but not exaggerated headline, written mostly in plain English. https://sunrise.ug/opinions/202410/chicken-a-growing-enterprise-helping-youth-to-become-climate-resilient.html
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@BarbaraZawedde
@ScriptTraining

Looking forward to five days of exciting discussions with researchers from CABI member countries on how to communicate research findings and innovations to the media, public and policymakers.
@ScriptTraining
@CABI_News

🗣️🔬 Calling all researchers!!

Don't miss Script's free webinar series to help you effectively communicate your findings to policymakers and the public.

Register now💻▶️https://ow.ly/f0eY50TJLa4

Call for collaboration visits to Germany and Africa by researchers in early career phases in the mathematical sciences

Researchers in early career phases are particularly encouraged to submit proposals in English by 15 October 2024

For details 👇: https://sgciafrica.org/funding/call-for-proposals-aims-dfg-collaboration-visits-programme-in-the-mathematical-sciences/

Science communication training for researchers to boost confidence and skills in communicating research findings

Date and time: Wednesday, 16.10.2024, 1100hrs GMT/ 1400hrs EAT

Cost: Free
Duration: 60 minutes
Location: Online Zoom

Register via 👇:
https://shorturl.at/1uTTq

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