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AAAS Theory of Change for Public Engagement with Science

The American Association for the Advancement of Science’s (AAAS) Theory of Change for Public Engagement with Science synthesizes findings from a variety of public-engagement initiatives and literature and presents a concise case for meeting the articulated vision for public engagement. 

The OECD Evaluation Guidelines for Representative Deliberative Processes 

These guidelines from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) provide a detailed framework for institutions who seek to strengthen their deliberative processes, and in doing so, improve their relationships with community members.

AAAS Dialogue on Science, Ethics, and Religion (DoSER)

AAAS DoSER is a program encompassing several long-term projects to build community between religious leaders and scientists, and a library of resources on ethical issues in science and religion.

Everyday Democracy

Everyday Democracy is an organization that supports groups who want to build multiracial democracies in their local communities. They provide resources and technical assistance including training, coaching, and racial equity tools that can help develop place-based engagement for community-driven solutions.

Science Together: Co-Creating Science Education with a Temporary Homeless Shelter

This article details the primary lessons learned by the Museum of Life and Science (MLS) and Families Moving Forward (FMF) in their partnership to co-create informal science education programming with families experiencing homelessness in Durham County, North Carolina.

Taking the Conversation Virtual: A Primer on Moderating Online Discussions

Foundational practices for translating your knowledge of in-person discussions on community issues to the virtual world.