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We’ve had a good run here on this bird platform, but we’re making our Xodus to spend our time elsewhere. We won’t be posting here anymore. You can …
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Going on now: Celebrating the launch of the expanded edition of The Craft of Science Writing now in convention center room 305 at #SciWri24 with @siricarpenter, @betsyladyzhets, Jane Hu, and @smjyoti. #scicomm theopennotebook.com/the-craf…
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Congratulations to #TONenEspañol editor @rpocisv for winning the @ScienceWriters Science in Society Award in the Science Reporting category. #SciWri24 #SciWriAward nasw.org/article/nasw-scienc…
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As well as this story from @myriam_vidalv, focused on finding local voices while avoiding parachute journalism. theopennotebook.com/2024/06/…
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Spend time with sources, connect with them as human beings, offer guardrails, consider whether you’re the right person to report the story. This and so many more gems at #SciWri24’s #BuildingTrust with @mendozamartha, @priyanka_runwal, @rpocisv, @EricBoodman, and others.
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At The Open Notebook, we believe science stories are essential for addressing countless issues that affect local communities, and local journalists play a crucial role in this coverage and in building trust. Here are resources for covering science locally. theopennotebook.com/covering…
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Weather stories are science stories, as we’re reminded at #SciWri24, where local reporters from Blue Ridge Public Radio, Helen Chickering and @stopitkatie discuss covering Hurricane Helene as local journalists also living through the catastrophe.
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Hey, #SciWri24 👋! Are you familiar with the resources, free courses, science writers database and all the other offerings The Open Notebook has for science writers all over? If not, here’s how to get started. theopennotebook.com/where-to…
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The second edition of The Craft of Science Writing, with 42 delectable chapters, is now available! You can order your copy now using code UCPNEW for a 30% discount, and if you're at #SciWri24 come to Quail Ridge Books for our launch party Nov. 10. theopennotebook.com/the-craf…
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Thank you for being part of this community and for standing for truth, accountability, and understanding. This journey forward feels daunting, but we’re stronger because we’re in it together.
With gratitude,
Siri
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As we brace for what lies ahead, I find hope in knowing that we’re not alone in this work. Together, we strengthen the foundation upon which journalism rests, helping journalists stay grounded in their purpose and equipped to pursue the stories that matter most.
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Journalists, especially those who cover science, health, and the environment, need this network to stay strong, and I feel deeply grateful to stand with each of you in supporting that.
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Journalism that truly serves the public doesn’t happen by accident. It requires skill, courage, and integrity—and a dedicated community to support those who do this work. We know that behind every story there’s a network of people, knowledge, and resources that make it possible.
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Journalism is one of the few forces that can bring clarity, insight, and accountability to the public, helping us all navigate the complexities of the world we inhabit. This is true today in ways that feel more urgent and more essential than ever before.
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Today, as we step into an uncertain and deeply troubling future, this feels more pressing than ever.
We live in times when understanding the truth-our shared reality-is a cornerstone for resilience and collective action.
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A note from TON executive director and editor-in-chief:
Dear friends,
I was raised with the belief that each of us has a responsibility to make the world a bit better during the time we’re here.
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We live in a time where the very definition of a fact is up for debate. Cast your vote for The Craft of Science Writing, available today wherever you get books. theopennotebook.com/the-craf…
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Today is a big day for democracy: The Craft of Science Writing is, starting today, available wherever you get books.
But really, we believe that high-quality coverage of science is essential to society and democracy. Pick up your copy today.
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