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

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

The latest updates and announcements from the Script project

Connect and communicate with other professional journalists and researchers in the Script dedicated Facebook group

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

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

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Avatar Script Training @ScriptTraining·

July 29, 2021

Science journalists have to simplify scientific information so their audiences may understand it. Here is a #sciencejournalism tip from senior editor @JulieMasiga, The Conversation.

See our practical guide for more tips https://scripttraining.net/script-practical-guide/science-communication-skills-for-journalists/how-to-become-a-star-journalist-from-scratch/

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Avatar African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS)@AIMS_Next·

July 25, 2021

#Opportunity

The Africa Data Science Intensive (DSI) scholarships for #African students are currently open!

The DSI program is a hands-on skills training in #DataScience courses based on solving real-world problems.

Visit https://bit.ly/2VcXmNv to apply.

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Avatar Charles Wendo @drwendo·

June 2, 2021

Advice for science journalists: “Always talk to the people in communities [affected]. That’s where the real story is. Not in conference rooms, where experts speak and give out lectures” — Geoffrey Kamadi, AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Award winner.
https://www.theopennotebook.com/2021/06/01/geoffrey-kamadi-looks-into-a-threatened-river-ecosystem-in-kenya/?utm_source=The+Open+Notebook&utm_campaign=a3f2a0a6cf-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2021_05_31_05_31&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_94b4f65b87-a3f2a0a6cf-403798221

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Avatar Science Journalism Forum @ScienceJF·

July 22, 2021

Science Journalists! This virtual event is made especially for you. Mark your calendars from 30 August – 2 September 2021.

Get your tickets now: https://sciencejf.com/shop/

#SJF21 #Science #journalism

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Avatar MedicoPRESS @MedicoPressTZ·

July 22, 2021

As a researcher, you can bridge disciplinary boundaries, engage in knowledge exchange with industry & policy makers + get a channel for public communication of your research via @TzHealthSummit. (12-13 October)To get started, check out this link https://ths.or.tz/thsconference/abstract/ #THS2021

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Avatar Script Training @ScriptTraining·

July 20, 2021

This week’s science journalism tip is from @SciDevNet MENA Senior Editor Bothina Osama @posy76. #sciencejournalism

Learn how to communicate science in an interesting way with our Science Communication Skills for journalists free online course https://scidevnet.teachable.com/courses/enrolled/300057

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Avatar Script Training @ScriptTraining·

July 19, 2021

Script (@scidevnet’s training programme) has been working with @CABI Malaysia to deliver training in Mayanmar to researchers on how to communicate science in an engaging way to different stakeholders.

The training was made possible by the generosity of @ACIARAustralia

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Avatar Script Training @ScriptTraining·

July 2, 2021

Congratulations to Virimai Madzivire, winner of our camera competition for the Script Media Skills for Scientists online course. We hope the camera helps you capture great photos to communicate science!

To complete your course today visit👉https://scidevnet.teachable.com/p/communication-course-for-scientists

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Avatar World Federation of Science Journalists @WFSJ·

July 1, 2021

Reporting on scientific failures and holding the science community accountable: 5 tips for journalists

By Denise-Marie Ordway (@DeniseOrdway)
https://journalistsresource.org/media/framing-scientific-failures-holding-accountable/

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Avatar Science Journalism Forum @ScienceJF·

July 1, 2021

📢 Apply now for Science Journalism Forum (SJF) 2021 Attendance Fellowships

SJF is offering fellowships for journalists and editors who can’t afford the attendance fees and get access to all the exclusive content-rich panels and talks for free.

https://sciencejf.com/fellowships/

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Creating conversations
between science and the media

Creating conversations
between science and the media

Creating conversations
between science and the media

Free online courses

Practical guides

News

Networking

Our partners

Bespoke training

Creating conversationsbetween science and the media

Creating conversationsbetween science and the media

Creating conversationsbetween science and the media

Free online courses

Practical guides

News

Networking

Our partners

Bespoke training

Creating conversations
between science and the media

Creating conversations
between science and the media

Creating conversations
between science and the media