Resource Guide

Curated by Jillian Mock

Science Literacy Foundation has curated a comprehensive database of science literacy-related information, including resources in journalism, education, academia, and policy. This living, open-access document is designed to help you network, find partners, conduct research, and reach new audiences.

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General Resources

In this section, you'll find helpful guides to combating misinformation, how to think like a science journalist, navigating ethical questions related to science, and more. These guides are useful to any and everyone, whether you're a journalist, a scientist, a policy buff, or someone trying to protect themselves from information overload.
Journalism

In this section of the guide, you'll find resources to help you hone the craft of journalism, practical tools to help you report science stories, and more information about science journalism organizations, conferences, awards, and more.
Communication

In this section, you'll find science communications training programs for scientists, citizen science platforms, well-known funders of science communication projects, as well as organizations pioneering new approaches to science outreach.
Education

In this section, you'll find science education organizations and projects, as well as resources for those interested in science ed.
Policy & Government

In this section, you'll find science policy advocates, government science agencies, and more.
Science Literacy Research

In this section, you'll find studies and research from throughout the science literacy ecosystem—the public's understanding of science, inclusive science communication, cognitive science, and more.

Latest Updates

NEW PAGE: Tools for Open Source Reporting

Updated July 29, 2022

On this new resource page you'll find resources for getting started with using open data sources.

UPDATED: The Craft of Science Journalism

Updated July 29, 2022

Added: Neiman Lab, Poynter, Columbia Journalism Review

NEW PAGE: Tools for Disability Reporting

Updated July 28, 2022

These style guides, reporting guides, and databases can help reporters cover stories about people with disabilities thoughtfully and accurately.

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