At AGU, we are alarmed by the U.S. Administration’s efforts to dismantle the scientific agencies and undermine the critical work of scientific researchers. Our hearts and our unwavering support go out to our members that have been affected by these actions. Many of you have lost jobs, or lost funding, or been instructed to simply stop working as questions pile up about what is next for all of us.
We’ve begun compiling the resources, information, and actions for AGU members to help you as best we can through this challenging time. Please keep checking back for updates.
Leadership communications: Read our regular updates on From the Prow for the latest on AGU’s actions and subscribe to AGU Weekly to keep up on news and events.
Stay connected with community: Ensure your email contact is correct on your member profile; you can make updates via our Member portal or by contacting our Member Services team so that we can keep updating you about resources. Keep in touch with colleagues on AGU Connect.
Career support: Visit the AGU Career Center and sign up for our newsletter to browse job opportunities in every field of Earth and space science. Sign up for our Career Guidance Program to seek advice and get connected to AGU resources.
Take action: Our science policy action center will get you in touch with your elected representatives to advocate for our scientific workforce and for proper funding for science agencies. In just two minutes you can use our script—a little personalization makes a big impact—to send an email or use the easy phone call option. Sign up to receive science policy alerts. You can also anonymously tell AGU about how the recent federal directives are impacting your work in this survey.
Find or be a mentor: Through our free-to-members platform Mentoring365, join a peer mentoring Circle starting soon on “Building Scientific Collaborations: How to do it if you don’t know anyone,” or find a one-on-one mentoring relationship for support in, for example, advice on a resume or CV.
Talk to media: Are you interested and able to talk to reporters about the value of science to the public, or about specific scientific work that is being disrupted during this time? AGU frequently connects reporters with experts. Let us know and we’ll get in touch with more information.
Publishing fee support: AGU can offer fee waivers for researchers who want to publish papers in AGU journals. Read more about eligibility and contact information here.
Serve as a Journal Editor: AGU is always seeking editors to help assess scientific excellence for the community. Five AGU journals are currently seeking Editors in Chief, a role which includes a stipend.
Space to network: AGU’s net-zero energy headquarters in Washington, D.C. is designed to support our members. Our Member Lounge and Workspace provides a gathering place and shared workspace to foster collaboration among small groups. To use the lounge or office space, please contact us.
Check this page for additional resources in the future.