Learn and Connect Series: Communicating Your Research to Arctic Communities (Nov, 2, 2022)
Meeting Overview: Looking for proven ideas to communicate your Arctic research with communities and other public audiences. In this NNA learn and connect series, our panelists discussed their real-life experience engaging Alaskan audiences using print newsletters, local media, podcasts, and ArcGIS StoryMaps. Our speakers include:
Heather McFarland, Science Communications Manager at the UAF International Arctic Research Center. McFarland has worked with numerous Arctic researchers to create and distribute dozens of successful science-based newsletters tailored specifically to audiences in rural Alaska. She draws on this experience to describe tips and tricks for creating an engaging print newsletter about your research.
Rod Boyce, Public Information Officer at the UAF Geophysical Institute. Boyce was a newspaper editor in Alaska for many years before transitioning to science communication. He has extensive experience telling stories and connecting with Alaska media. He shares how to connect with local media who cover the regions you work in.
Karli Tyance Hassell, Indigenous Engagement Coordinator at the NNA-CO. Karli works on the NNA-CO's Arctic Together podcast. She shares her experience building a podcast, and tips and tricks for engaging Arctic audiences through recorded stories and dialogue.
Mike DeLue, Science Communicator at the International Arctic Research Center. DeLue has helped to build several highly engaging ArcGIS StoryMaps that bring together maps, pictures and recordings into an interactive format. He describes his work flow and explore the kinds of projects that are a perfect fit for the platform.
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