Join us for a Congressional Visits Day
Congressional Visits Day
Each year, AGU sponsors Congressional Visits Days (CVDs), which gives our members the opportunity to meet with policymakers, traditionally in Washington, D.C., but now virtually. Attendees participate in a workshop with AGU staff, or a webinar for districts visits, before meeting with members of Congress or their staff to discuss the importance of federally funded scientific research.
If you are interested in learning about any of these events, contact us for more information or use our toolkit to learn about meeting with your member of Congress.
In-Person Congressional Visits Days
AGU24 Congressional Visits Days (9-13 December 2024)
Taking place in Washington D.C., AGU24 provides U.S.-based attendees a unique opportunity to engage in science policy and with federal legislators. Whether you have a few minutes, an hour, or an afternoon, AGU has the resources and experts to empower you to take action and effectively talk to your legislators about the policy issues that matter to you.
Registration Information
Register to participate in AGU24 Congressional Visits Days by Friday, 8 November 2024 at 11:59pm ET.
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Who can participate in the AGU24 CVD?
What if my institution is paying for my AGU24 registration?
- All scientists—even those who work for federal agencies or state-funded institutions—are entitled to engage their federal legislators. Participants in this event will be engaging their legislators as constituents, NOT as representatives of their work or institutions.
- However, if your institution is paying for your attendance at AGU24, we strongly encourage you to contact your institution’s government relations or ethics department about your ability to participate in this event before registering.
- For more information about federal anti-lobbying rules, check out the Pocket Guide for Scientists: Engaging with Legislators on Behalf of Science from the Climate Science Legal Defense Fund.
What can I expect by participating?
Where will the event take place?
How will my meeting(s) be scheduled?
How do I prepare for my meeting(s)?
Should I bring anything to my meeting(s)?
- AGU Congressional Visits Days bring together scientists and educators from across geosciences disciplines to share the wonder and value of Earth and space science with key legislators.
- With a district visit, you can also show your legislators the value of your science during congressional recesses when your policymakers are home in your district. AGU hosts a summer webinar to help you prepare for district visits.
- Every year, AGU co-sponsors Geoscience Congressional Visits Day. Join AGU and other Earth and space science societies as we meet with congressional offices to share critical geoscience information. This event allows ESS scientists to build relationships with policymakers to advance science.
