COMPASS
@compassscicomm.bsky.social
We're a nonprofit helping scientists and subject matter experts communicate with clarity, strategy, and purpose — all in service of people and nature.
Learn more: https://linktr.ee/compassscicomm
Learn more: https://linktr.ee/compassscicomm
"On the Indigenous side, oftentimes it’s not the humans who are provided the delegated authority from the creator to make decisions. It is the earth elements, the animals and plants themselves, which actually determine what should happen on the land base."
#NativeAmericanHistoryMonth #Indigenous
#NativeAmericanHistoryMonth #Indigenous
November 24, 2025 at 7:10 PM
"On the Indigenous side, oftentimes it’s not the humans who are provided the delegated authority from the creator to make decisions. It is the earth elements, the animals and plants themselves, which actually determine what should happen on the land base."
#NativeAmericanHistoryMonth #Indigenous
#NativeAmericanHistoryMonth #Indigenous
We’re thrilled to share that the Paul M Angell Family Foundation awarded a grant to COMPASS and @savingoceans.bsky.social #BlueParks network! This funding will help #MarineProtectedArea managers and advocates strengthen their communication skills to advance marine biodiversity worldwide. 🌊💙🪸
November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
We’re thrilled to share that the Paul M Angell Family Foundation awarded a grant to COMPASS and @savingoceans.bsky.social #BlueParks network! This funding will help #MarineProtectedArea managers and advocates strengthen their communication skills to advance marine biodiversity worldwide. 🌊💙🪸
Are you attending the Ocean Frontier Institute's CONVERGE CDR Forum in Halifax this December? Join our workshop: Strategic Communication for the Ocean Climate Science Community on Dec 1 from 1–5 PM. Strengthen your voice and ensure your research resonates!
Register by Nov 21: buff.ly/OtSd1iv
Register by Nov 21: buff.ly/OtSd1iv
November 18, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Are you attending the Ocean Frontier Institute's CONVERGE CDR Forum in Halifax this December? Join our workshop: Strategic Communication for the Ocean Climate Science Community on Dec 1 from 1–5 PM. Strengthen your voice and ensure your research resonates!
Register by Nov 21: buff.ly/OtSd1iv
Register by Nov 21: buff.ly/OtSd1iv
"Western science and research does not always align with Indigenous ways of life; therefore, it is important to listen to the approaches and how they want things done in their communities." - Dr. Jessica Hernandez, author of Fresh Banana Leaves.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican
November 17, 2025 at 7:56 PM
"Western science and research does not always align with Indigenous ways of life; therefore, it is important to listen to the approaches and how they want things done in their communities." - Dr. Jessica Hernandez, author of Fresh Banana Leaves.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican
Great news! 🌎 The Switzer Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Switzer Environmental Fellowships.
Grad students in New England or California working toward environmental impact—apply by Jan 5: www.switzernetwork.org/fellowship/b...
Grad students in New England or California working toward environmental impact—apply by Jan 5: www.switzernetwork.org/fellowship/b...
November 13, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Great news! 🌎 The Switzer Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Switzer Environmental Fellowships.
Grad students in New England or California working toward environmental impact—apply by Jan 5: www.switzernetwork.org/fellowship/b...
Grad students in New England or California working toward environmental impact—apply by Jan 5: www.switzernetwork.org/fellowship/b...
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Navigating Difficult Conversations ✨
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use are aligned with values that feel hard to work through.
Join us to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use are aligned with values that feel hard to work through.
Join us to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
November 7, 2025 at 7:15 PM
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Navigating Difficult Conversations ✨
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use are aligned with values that feel hard to work through.
Join us to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use are aligned with values that feel hard to work through.
Join us to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Our co-executive director Heather Mannix had a great time at #OceanFloorExplore last week!
November 4, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Our co-executive director Heather Mannix had a great time at #OceanFloorExplore last week!
Throughout November, we take time to recognize and honor the the history, culture, and contributions of our Indigenous friends and colleagues.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #AmericaIndian
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #AmericaIndian
November 3, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Throughout November, we take time to recognize and honor the the history, culture, and contributions of our Indigenous friends and colleagues.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #AmericaIndian
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmerican #Indigenous #AmericaIndian
Many science topics feel scary these days!
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use may be aligned with values that are hard to work through.
Join us on Nov. 14 to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use may be aligned with values that are hard to work through.
Join us on Nov. 14 to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
October 31, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Many science topics feel scary these days!
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use may be aligned with values that are hard to work through.
Join us on Nov. 14 to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Opinions on climate change & vaccine use may be aligned with values that are hard to work through.
Join us on Nov. 14 to learn how to make progress in a difficult conversation: buff.ly/X7s63xq
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
"By the end of the course they have transformed how they talk about their work. This change is so positive for them - you can see it in their excitement! It motivates them."
#ScienceCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment #ScienceToAction #CommunicationSkills #COMPASSscicomm
#ScienceCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment #ScienceToAction #CommunicationSkills #COMPASSscicomm
October 29, 2025 at 7:18 PM
"By the end of the course they have transformed how they talk about their work. This change is so positive for them - you can see it in their excitement! It motivates them."
#ScienceCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment #ScienceToAction #CommunicationSkills #COMPASSscicomm
#ScienceCommunication #LeadershipDevelopment #ScienceToAction #CommunicationSkills #COMPASSscicomm
✨ This Friday: Outstanding One-Pagers ✨
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
October 22, 2025 at 8:54 PM
✨ This Friday: Outstanding One-Pagers ✨
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Outstanding One-Pagers ✨
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
October 17, 2025 at 5:04 PM
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Outstanding One-Pagers ✨
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
When your time is limited — and the person you’re meeting with may not be familiar with your work— a well-prepared one-pager can make all the difference.
Join us: buff.ly/scwL8o2
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
✨ This Friday: Introduction to Strategic Science Communication ✨
Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination!
Join us: buff.ly/ouEepJL
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination!
Join us: buff.ly/ouEepJL
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
October 8, 2025 at 5:32 PM
✨ This Friday: Introduction to Strategic Science Communication ✨
Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination!
Join us: buff.ly/ouEepJL
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination!
Join us: buff.ly/ouEepJL
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
We are usually deciding whether we agree or disagree with what we're hearing in a conversation.
But what if we stopped inserting our opinions & instead aimed to understand the values & beliefs that are reflected in what our audience is saying?
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
But what if we stopped inserting our opinions & instead aimed to understand the values & beliefs that are reflected in what our audience is saying?
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
October 7, 2025 at 4:15 PM
We are usually deciding whether we agree or disagree with what we're hearing in a conversation.
But what if we stopped inserting our opinions & instead aimed to understand the values & beliefs that are reflected in what our audience is saying?
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
But what if we stopped inserting our opinions & instead aimed to understand the values & beliefs that are reflected in what our audience is saying?
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Introduction to Strategic Science Communication ✨
Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination!
Join us: buff.ly/ouEepJL
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination!
Join us: buff.ly/ouEepJL
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
October 3, 2025 at 4:45 PM
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Introduction to Strategic Science Communication ✨
Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination!
Join us: buff.ly/ouEepJL
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Becoming a better communicator is a practice, not a destination!
Join us: buff.ly/ouEepJL
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
With the #GovernmentShutdown underway, many public servants are navigating additional uncertainty. If that’s you, we hope you’ll join us for a free, virtual workshop designed specifically for current & former members of the civil service.
🗓️ 10/8/2025
🔗 buff.ly/TvRz24T
🗓️ 10/8/2025
🔗 buff.ly/TvRz24T
October 2, 2025 at 8:59 PM
With the #GovernmentShutdown underway, many public servants are navigating additional uncertainty. If that’s you, we hope you’ll join us for a free, virtual workshop designed specifically for current & former members of the civil service.
🗓️ 10/8/2025
🔗 buff.ly/TvRz24T
🗓️ 10/8/2025
🔗 buff.ly/TvRz24T
During Hispanic Heritage Month, we aim to both celebrate the contributions of our Hispanic colleagues & friends, & highlight the need to continue working towards an equitable conservation movement.
Read more here: buff.ly/0JX17I5
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #SciPol #HispanicHeritageMonth
Read more here: buff.ly/0JX17I5
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #SciPol #HispanicHeritageMonth
September 30, 2025 at 4:15 PM
During Hispanic Heritage Month, we aim to both celebrate the contributions of our Hispanic colleagues & friends, & highlight the need to continue working towards an equitable conservation movement.
Read more here: buff.ly/0JX17I5
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #SciPol #HispanicHeritageMonth
Read more here: buff.ly/0JX17I5
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #SciPol #HispanicHeritageMonth
During National Estuaries Week, we're reflecting on our blue carbon work & the role of coastal ecosystems in storing carbon.
Check out our blog with Dr. Matthew Costa @mangrovematt.bsky.social: buff.ly/8qHDj5A
#NationalEstuariesWeek #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #SciPol #StrategicMessaging
Check out our blog with Dr. Matthew Costa @mangrovematt.bsky.social: buff.ly/8qHDj5A
#NationalEstuariesWeek #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #SciPol #StrategicMessaging
September 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
During National Estuaries Week, we're reflecting on our blue carbon work & the role of coastal ecosystems in storing carbon.
Check out our blog with Dr. Matthew Costa @mangrovematt.bsky.social: buff.ly/8qHDj5A
#NationalEstuariesWeek #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #SciPol #StrategicMessaging
Check out our blog with Dr. Matthew Costa @mangrovematt.bsky.social: buff.ly/8qHDj5A
#NationalEstuariesWeek #CommunicationSkills #SciComm #SciPol #StrategicMessaging
This free 1-hour event includes a short overview of COMPASS programs and workshops, as well as time for group activities and questions.
Join us on Oct. 1: buff.ly/09AAJJi
#SciComm #ScienceCommunication #OpenHouse
Join us on Oct. 1: buff.ly/09AAJJi
#SciComm #ScienceCommunication #OpenHouse
September 24, 2025 at 5:15 PM
This free 1-hour event includes a short overview of COMPASS programs and workshops, as well as time for group activities and questions.
Join us on Oct. 1: buff.ly/09AAJJi
#SciComm #ScienceCommunication #OpenHouse
Join us on Oct. 1: buff.ly/09AAJJi
#SciComm #ScienceCommunication #OpenHouse
Whether you're just getting started or looking to sharpen your skills, we’ve got something for you:
🗓️ Oct 1 – Open House
🗓️ Oct 10 – Intro to Strategic Science Communication
🗓️ Oct 24 – Outstanding One-Pagers
Sign up here: buff.ly/1o6JyGa
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
🗓️ Oct 1 – Open House
🗓️ Oct 10 – Intro to Strategic Science Communication
🗓️ Oct 24 – Outstanding One-Pagers
Sign up here: buff.ly/1o6JyGa
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
September 19, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Whether you're just getting started or looking to sharpen your skills, we’ve got something for you:
🗓️ Oct 1 – Open House
🗓️ Oct 10 – Intro to Strategic Science Communication
🗓️ Oct 24 – Outstanding One-Pagers
Sign up here: buff.ly/1o6JyGa
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
🗓️ Oct 1 – Open House
🗓️ Oct 10 – Intro to Strategic Science Communication
🗓️ Oct 24 – Outstanding One-Pagers
Sign up here: buff.ly/1o6JyGa
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
We're taking time to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of our Hispanic colleagues and friends using both current and indigenous knowledge.
#HispanicHeritageMonth #HispanicHeritage
#HispanicHeritageMonth #HispanicHeritage
September 15, 2025 at 3:45 PM
We're taking time to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of our Hispanic colleagues and friends using both current and indigenous knowledge.
#HispanicHeritageMonth #HispanicHeritage
#HispanicHeritageMonth #HispanicHeritage
Good conflict comes from curiosity and asking questions. It's recognizing the complexity of the world and the passion that other have.
High conflict comes from assumptions, righteousness, and zero-sum thinking
Which one do you want to engage in?
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
High conflict comes from assumptions, righteousness, and zero-sum thinking
Which one do you want to engage in?
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
September 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Good conflict comes from curiosity and asking questions. It's recognizing the complexity of the world and the passion that other have.
High conflict comes from assumptions, righteousness, and zero-sum thinking
Which one do you want to engage in?
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
High conflict comes from assumptions, righteousness, and zero-sum thinking
Which one do you want to engage in?
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Text size and color, images, graphs, etc. should take your audience on a journey with you. But make sure your visual content isn't hard to follow along with. That will distract from your message.
Join us this Fri. to learn more: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Join us this Fri. to learn more: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
September 8, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Text size and color, images, graphs, etc. should take your audience on a journey with you. But make sure your visual content isn't hard to follow along with. That will distract from your message.
Join us this Fri. to learn more: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
Join us this Fri. to learn more: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #SciComm #StrategicMessaging
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Strategic Presentations ✨
Every presentation is an opportunity. Join us on Sept. 12 to learn how you can make your presentations more effective and strategic.
Register here: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Every presentation is an opportunity. Join us on Sept. 12 to learn how you can make your presentations more effective and strategic.
Register here: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
September 5, 2025 at 6:01 PM
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Strategic Presentations ✨
Every presentation is an opportunity. Join us on Sept. 12 to learn how you can make your presentations more effective and strategic.
Register here: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Every presentation is an opportunity. Join us on Sept. 12 to learn how you can make your presentations more effective and strategic.
Register here: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Strategic Presentations ✨
Every presentation is an opportunity. Join us on Sept. 12 to learn how you can make your presentations more effective and strategic.
Register here: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Every presentation is an opportunity. Join us on Sept. 12 to learn how you can make your presentations more effective and strategic.
Register here: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
August 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM
✨ Upcoming Workshop: Strategic Presentations ✨
Every presentation is an opportunity. Join us on Sept. 12 to learn how you can make your presentations more effective and strategic.
Register here: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging
Every presentation is an opportunity. Join us on Sept. 12 to learn how you can make your presentations more effective and strategic.
Register here: buff.ly/bDuQnTg
#CommunicationSkills #ScienceCommunication #StrategicMessaging