The SSE Public Policy Committee invites applications for funds to attend
the American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) 2026 Congressional
Visits Day. The event will take place in Washington, DC and includes a
free half-day training session on April 21 and meetings with lawmakers
on April 22. There is also the option to also attend the Communications
Boot Camp for Scientists on April 20-21.

SSE members at all career stages who are interested in communicating the
importance of federal investments in scientific research and education to
lawmakers are encouraged to apply. Funding can be used to cover the cost
of the Communications Boot Camp and contribute toward travel and lodging.

SSE members interested in using these funds for other advocacy
opportunities are also welcome to apply. Email policy@evolutionsociety.org
for more information.

Learn more about the AIBS Congressional Visits Day:
https://www.aibs.org/news/2025/251215-congressional-visits-day

Join or Renew your SSE membership:

https://payments.evolutionsociety.org/joinsse/

Apply for the AIBS Congressional Visits Day Grants:
https://www.evolutionsociety.org/society-awards-and-prizes/aibs-congressional-visits-day-grants.html

Deadline: February 15th, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern

*Kati Moore*she/her
*Communications Manager*
*Society for the Study of Evolution*
communications@evolutionsociety.org
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