Climate Science Legal Defense Fund
@csldf.org
The Climate Science Legal Defense Fund protects the scientific endeavor. Email [email protected] if you’re a scientist in need of free legal advice.
Even as an organization dedicated to supporting climate scientists, we have never seen an all-out assault like the past 10 months. But thanks to our pro-science supporters, we've been able to help more scientists than any other year in our nearly 15-year history. www.csldf.org/wp-content/u...
October 30, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Even as an organization dedicated to supporting climate scientists, we have never seen an all-out assault like the past 10 months. But thanks to our pro-science supporters, we've been able to help more scientists than any other year in our nearly 15-year history. www.csldf.org/wp-content/u...
We've been selected as a CREDO Mobile grant recipient! Anyone can vote for one (or two, or all three) of the progressive organizations selected for August - including @csldf.org! - and help decide how the available funds will be split. Vote now: www.credodonations.com/organization...
August 5, 2025 at 7:55 PM
We've been selected as a CREDO Mobile grant recipient! Anyone can vote for one (or two, or all three) of the progressive organizations selected for August - including @csldf.org! - and help decide how the available funds will be split. Vote now: www.credodonations.com/organization...
How it started: How it's going:
June 10, 2025 at 2:31 PM
How it started: How it's going:
We're kicking off our Summer Match! Thanks to an incredible group of supporters, all donations to @csldf.org up to $50,000 will be *doubled*. As a small yet mighty team fighting to protect & defend scientists, every gift - no matter the size - makes a huge difference. csldf.org/summer
May 15, 2025 at 3:14 PM
We're kicking off our Summer Match! Thanks to an incredible group of supporters, all donations to @csldf.org up to $50,000 will be *doubled*. As a small yet mighty team fighting to protect & defend scientists, every gift - no matter the size - makes a huge difference. csldf.org/summer
Just weeks ago, we added an entry to the Silencing Science Tracker on RFK Jr's claims about vitamin A as a "miraculous treatment" for measles. It was infuriating to write that entry. Reading about the consequences is even more infuriating.
climate.law.columbia.edu/content/hhs-...
climate.law.columbia.edu/content/hhs-...
March 28, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Just weeks ago, we added an entry to the Silencing Science Tracker on RFK Jr's claims about vitamin A as a "miraculous treatment" for measles. It was infuriating to write that entry. Reading about the consequences is even more infuriating.
climate.law.columbia.edu/content/hhs-...
climate.law.columbia.edu/content/hhs-...
How it started: How it's going:
Since 2017, we've tracked attempts to silence, misrepresent, or interfere with science. See the nearly 600 entries we & @sabincenter.bsky.social have added (and continue to add to): climate.law.columbia.edu/Silencing-Sc...
Since 2017, we've tracked attempts to silence, misrepresent, or interfere with science. See the nearly 600 entries we & @sabincenter.bsky.social have added (and continue to add to): climate.law.columbia.edu/Silencing-Sc...
March 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
How it started: How it's going:
Since 2017, we've tracked attempts to silence, misrepresent, or interfere with science. See the nearly 600 entries we & @sabincenter.bsky.social have added (and continue to add to): climate.law.columbia.edu/Silencing-Sc...
Since 2017, we've tracked attempts to silence, misrepresent, or interfere with science. See the nearly 600 entries we & @sabincenter.bsky.social have added (and continue to add to): climate.law.columbia.edu/Silencing-Sc...
Our series of free Pocket Guides cover topics ranging from safeguarding online communications, to navigating the First Amendment, to how to handle legal intimidation & political harassment, & more: www.csldf.org/resources/?r...
March 11, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Our series of free Pocket Guides cover topics ranging from safeguarding online communications, to navigating the First Amendment, to how to handle legal intimidation & political harassment, & more: www.csldf.org/resources/?r...
The scope of the damage unfolding before us is grotesque and will take serious effort to overcome. But giving up is not an option.
Our February newsletter is here: www.csldf.org/2025/02/27/f...
Our February newsletter is here: www.csldf.org/2025/02/27/f...
February 27, 2025 at 8:46 PM
The scope of the damage unfolding before us is grotesque and will take serious effort to overcome. But giving up is not an option.
Our February newsletter is here: www.csldf.org/2025/02/27/f...
Our February newsletter is here: www.csldf.org/2025/02/27/f...
The 1st Amendment protects scientists who engage in advocacy & activism - even if they work for a federal agency. With @aclu.org, we created a guide for scientists who wish to be involved while minimizing negative repercussions: www.csldf.org/resource/fir...
February 24, 2025 at 11:30 PM
The 1st Amendment protects scientists who engage in advocacy & activism - even if they work for a federal agency. With @aclu.org, we created a guide for scientists who wish to be involved while minimizing negative repercussions: www.csldf.org/resource/fir...
Last year, @csldf.org provided pro bono legal help to a record-breaking *64* scientists facing harassment or abuse because of their critical research.
Barely two months into 2025, we are already on track to blow past that number. Help us stand with scientists: www.csldf.org/donate
Barely two months into 2025, we are already on track to blow past that number. Help us stand with scientists: www.csldf.org/donate
February 21, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Last year, @csldf.org provided pro bono legal help to a record-breaking *64* scientists facing harassment or abuse because of their critical research.
Barely two months into 2025, we are already on track to blow past that number. Help us stand with scientists: www.csldf.org/donate
Barely two months into 2025, we are already on track to blow past that number. Help us stand with scientists: www.csldf.org/donate
With science under attack in all areas of research, including climate change, repro health, & public health, political advocacy is more important than ever. @csldf.org offers free legal resources for scientists to engage safely & effectively in political advocacy. www.csldf.org/political-ac...
February 19, 2025 at 7:47 PM
With science under attack in all areas of research, including climate change, repro health, & public health, political advocacy is more important than ever. @csldf.org offers free legal resources for scientists to engage safely & effectively in political advocacy. www.csldf.org/political-ac...
We have been overwhelmed & heartened by the huge influx of new donors, subscribers, & followers. With your support, we are able to carry out our mission of protecting & defending researchers from legal attacks, harassment, censorship, & more. Thank you for joining us in the fight! csldf.org/donate
February 12, 2025 at 6:20 PM
We have been overwhelmed & heartened by the huge influx of new donors, subscribers, & followers. With your support, we are able to carry out our mission of protecting & defending researchers from legal attacks, harassment, censorship, & more. Thank you for joining us in the fight! csldf.org/donate
With so much uncertainty and fear in the air, one thing is certain - we are ALWAYS here to protect & defend researchers against abuse, harassment, unlawful firings, & other attempts to silence their critical work. Help us help them: www.csldf.org/donate
February 8, 2025 at 5:05 PM
With so much uncertainty and fear in the air, one thing is certain - we are ALWAYS here to protect & defend researchers against abuse, harassment, unlawful firings, & other attempts to silence their critical work. Help us help them: www.csldf.org/donate
While climate scientists have been under attack for years, they are facing an increasing onslaught of politically motivated attacks in the current "post-truth" political environment. Check out our Pocket Guide to Handling Political Harassment & Legal Intimidation: www.csldf.org/resource/poc...
February 4, 2025 at 10:13 PM
While climate scientists have been under attack for years, they are facing an increasing onslaught of politically motivated attacks in the current "post-truth" political environment. Check out our Pocket Guide to Handling Political Harassment & Legal Intimidation: www.csldf.org/resource/poc...
ICYMI - From our January newsletter: "While there are already differences from his first term, there are also similarities to his earlier (disastrous) go-round." Read the full newsletter & see how we're fighting back. www.csldf.org/2025/01/30/j...
February 4, 2025 at 5:20 PM
ICYMI - From our January newsletter: "While there are already differences from his first term, there are also similarities to his earlier (disastrous) go-round." Read the full newsletter & see how we're fighting back. www.csldf.org/2025/01/30/j...
Attacks on scientists & the scientific endeavor have been growing, & we can safely assume they will continue to grow in number & intensity.
We provide a lifeline to scientists seeking free legal help & education. But we can't do it without your support. www.csldf.org/donate
We provide a lifeline to scientists seeking free legal help & education. But we can't do it without your support. www.csldf.org/donate
January 31, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Attacks on scientists & the scientific endeavor have been growing, & we can safely assume they will continue to grow in number & intensity.
We provide a lifeline to scientists seeking free legal help & education. But we can't do it without your support. www.csldf.org/donate
We provide a lifeline to scientists seeking free legal help & education. But we can't do it without your support. www.csldf.org/donate
January update: He's back. While there are already differences from his first term, there are also similarities to his first (disastrous) go-round. And this time, we are more prepared. Read more in our January newsletter: www.csldf.org/2025/01/30/j...
January 30, 2025 at 6:02 PM
January update: He's back. While there are already differences from his first term, there are also similarities to his first (disastrous) go-round. And this time, we are more prepared. Read more in our January newsletter: www.csldf.org/2025/01/30/j...
With science under attack in research areas such as climate change, reproductive health, & COVID-19, political advocacy is more important than ever. @csldf.org offers free legal resources for scientists to engage safely & effectively in political advocacy. www.csldf.org/political-ac...
January 29, 2025 at 5:49 PM
With science under attack in research areas such as climate change, reproductive health, & COVID-19, political advocacy is more important than ever. @csldf.org offers free legal resources for scientists to engage safely & effectively in political advocacy. www.csldf.org/political-ac...
Our mission is simple: we provide free legal advice and assistance to researchers being targeted by bad actors trying to censor, misinterpret, or otherwise silence them. 646-801-0853 or [email protected] for help.
January 27, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Our mission is simple: we provide free legal advice and assistance to researchers being targeted by bad actors trying to censor, misinterpret, or otherwise silence them. 646-801-0853 or [email protected] for help.
We're still here & will be for as long as we are needed. Help us protect & defend scientists against fossil fuel-funded climate deniers with their very deep pockets: csldf.org/donate
January 24, 2025 at 3:47 PM
We're still here & will be for as long as we are needed. Help us protect & defend scientists against fossil fuel-funded climate deniers with their very deep pockets: csldf.org/donate
We are pleased to introduce our newest @csldf.org board member, Peter Fontaine! He brings a wealth of climate-related legal experience, & we are excited to have him on board as we prepare for the challenges ahead. csldf.org/about
January 21, 2025 at 4:32 PM
We are pleased to introduce our newest @csldf.org board member, Peter Fontaine! He brings a wealth of climate-related legal experience, & we are excited to have him on board as we prepare for the challenges ahead. csldf.org/about
Want to get involved in the fight to protect & defend climate science? Become a monthly donor & help sustain our work - free legal support for researchers facing harassment & abuse, free educational guides & reports, tracking anti-science government actions, & much more. csldf.org/donate
January 18, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Want to get involved in the fight to protect & defend climate science? Become a monthly donor & help sustain our work - free legal support for researchers facing harassment & abuse, free educational guides & reports, tracking anti-science government actions, & much more. csldf.org/donate
We offer free guides to scientific integrity policies at federal agencies to help employees understand their rights & protect federal science. Check out our updated guides for NASA, USDA, & other agencies: https://www.csldf.org/resource/guides-to-scientific-integrity-at-federal-agencies/
January 16, 2025 at 2:00 AM
We offer free guides to scientific integrity policies at federal agencies to help employees understand their rights & protect federal science. Check out our updated guides for NASA, USDA, & other agencies: https://www.csldf.org/resource/guides-to-scientific-integrity-at-federal-agencies/
The Silencing Science Tracker is at 550 entries & counting (yay...?). Check out the database, maintained by CSLDF & the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law, that tracks all the anti-science actions by local, state, & the federal government. https://buff.ly/3nDoSlv
January 15, 2025 at 10:46 PM
The Silencing Science Tracker is at 550 entries & counting (yay...?). Check out the database, maintained by CSLDF & the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law, that tracks all the anti-science actions by local, state, & the federal government. https://buff.ly/3nDoSlv
We're at #AMS2025! Join us on Thursday for Navigating New Frontiers of Scientific Advocacy, or schedule a free, confidential 1:1 legal consultation with a @csldf.org attorney. csldf.org/events for more info
January 15, 2025 at 8:42 PM
We're at #AMS2025! Join us on Thursday for Navigating New Frontiers of Scientific Advocacy, or schedule a free, confidential 1:1 legal consultation with a @csldf.org attorney. csldf.org/events for more info