05 Jun 2026
By J_Shirk
Board Candidates for 2026 Member Vote

Board Candidates for 2026 Member Vote

AAPS News,
Members of the AAPS Board play a crucial role in shaping the future of this Association. As a working board responsible for the governance and oversight of a growing nonprofit organization, the makeup of the Board is essential to its success. For a detailed overview of the roles of Board Members, find a list of AAPS Board Member Responsibilities here. In line with the mission and strategic plan of AAPS, the Governance Committee has sought candidates with experience and skills in fundraising, equity and inclusion, and management of non-profit organizations. We encourage those who have skills in creating sponsorships and organizational partnerships…
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22 Apr 2026
By J_Shirk
Call for Applicants: Editor in Chief of CSTP

Call for Applicants: Editor in Chief of CSTP

AAPS News, Journal
Citizen Science: Theory and Practice is currently inviting applications from experienced editors to serve as the journal's next Editor-in-Chief. Applications due 15 August 2026 for onboarding to begin 15 Oct 2026. This is an unique opportunity for a highly-motivated scholar to gain field-wide visibility and provide visionary influence across the landscape of publishing in citizen and participatory sciences. Citizen Science: Theory and Practice (CSTP) is an online-only, open-access, and peer-reviewed journal established in 2014 by the nonprofit Association for Advancing Participatory Sciences (AAPS) and published by Ubiquity Press. Through a burgeoning partnership with the European Citizen Science Association, the journal…
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12 Feb 2026
By J_Shirk
2026 Call for Interest in AAPS Leadership (Board and more)

2026 Call for Interest in AAPS Leadership (Board and more)

AAPS News
The Association for Advancing Participatory Sciences (AAPS) is seeking passionate individuals to play a leadership role in guiding the Association's future activities. There are several ways to get involved, depending on your interests, experiences, and skills, including serving on the AAPS Board.  Other opportunities include leadership in working groups, affinity groups, or program teams (such as planning the conference or other professional development activities).  We're on the lookout for a talented and diverse group of volunteers, so please forward this to other people whom you think would be interested. We will be in touch with all nominees to explore best-fit…
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18 Dec 2025
By J_Shirk
2025 Highlights from the AAPS Community

2025 Highlights from the AAPS Community

AAPS News
The bright lights that shine across this community are always the people who bring passion and commitment to the best in participatory sciences. See below for 2025 highlights, and be sure to follow the ⋙ symbols for more information on each. Join AAPS in celebrating: Career leaders at all stages: Dr. Dixon Butler's career-long vision, mentorship, and wise counsel for many in the field of participatory sciences. Read about Dixon's Lifetime Contributions to the Participatory Sciences ⋙ Three AAPS Fellows advancing knowledge and resources for this community, and the inspiration of an emerging generation of scholars ⋙ The active AAPS…
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20 Nov 2025
By J_Shirk
AAPS Community Read–Science with Impact

AAPS Community Read–Science with Impact

Uncategorized
Join us this winter for the first-ever AAPS community read! AAPS member Dr. Anne Toomey published her highly acclaimed* 2024 book, Science with Impact, in a more optimistic political climate, but the topic could not be more timely. Subtitled, How to Engage People, Change Practice, and Influence Policy, this is a highly readable and informed reflection on ways (and reasons why) scientists and the public often see things differently. Drawing both on her own experiences and on insights from experts (community leaders and academics alike), Anne suggests ways that participatory sciences can provide a route towards solutions we can all…
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21 Aug 2025
By J_Shirk
Help safeguard Federal resources

Help safeguard Federal resources

AAPS News
Word reached AAPS recently that a wealth of insights and resources for this field–all housed at citizenscience.gov–was replaced by a single page listing volunteer opportunities at various agencies. We backed it up, but that's just step one (see more below). It is important to note that the new page links to many excellent resources, opportunities, and examples of citizen science, such as those from NASA, the Forest Service, EPA, and others. However, the overwriting of the original website (which contained a toolkit, case studies, a searchable project list, and more) reinforces concern about the future of those resources as well.…
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01 May 2025
By J_Shirk

Board Candidates for 2025 Member Vote

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Members of the AAPS Board play a crucial role in shaping the future of this Association. As a working board responsible for the governance and oversight of a growing nonprofit organization, the makeup of the Board is essential to its success. For a detailed overview of the roles of Board Members, find a list of AAPS Board Member Responsibilities here. In line with the mission and strategic plan of AAPS, the Governance Committee has sought candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas deemed priority this year: Revenue and development planning; especially recruiting and retaining major donors and…
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20 Dec 2024
By J_Shirk
Take your project to the next level at CAPS

Take your project to the next level at CAPS

Conference,
Are you a researcher engaging (or interested in engaging) the public in scientific research? Then the Conference for Advancing Participatory Sciences (CAPS) is for you. This conference focuses on all of the hidden hard work it takes to make the science happen, giving you the skills you need to take your project to the next level. At CAPS you can… At a special C*Sci 2023 session, NASA-funded scientists and collaborators discuss strategies for scientific success with panel moderator, NASA citizen science program officer, Marc Kuchner (far right). Share your successes and challenges. We welcome presentations of research findings*, published or…
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03 Oct 2024
By J_Shirk
Opportunities to Exhibit, Sponsor, or Partner with the Conference for Advancing Participatory Sciences (CAPS)

Opportunities to Exhibit, Sponsor, or Partner with the Conference for Advancing Participatory Sciences (CAPS)

Conference
CAPS 2025 will once again bring hundreds of influential and emerging leaders in science research and engagement to Portland, Oregon (May 27-30). This event showcases resources and best practices for citizen science, community science, and other forms of public participation in scientific research, and brings together the scientists, policy makers, community leaders, educators, and many others who are working for success in these efforts. This is a don't-miss opportunity to inspire attendees about how your resources and innovations can enhance their work. We welcome every inquiry, and have options available that recognize the range of organization sizes and interests across…
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17 Jul 2024
By J_Shirk

Responses to US Government Request for Information on Practices for Advancing Public Participation and Community Engagement

AAPS News
Back in March of this year, a Request for Information (RFI) was circulated on the topic of Methods and Leading Practices for Advancing Public Participation and Community Engagement With the Federal Government. This notice from the US Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Executive Office of the President, sought input to inform the development of: "... a government-wide framework, common guidelines, and leading practices for public participation and community engagement (PPCE or “participation and engagement”). This framework will enable agencies to more frequently, effectively, broadly, and meaningfully involve the public, including underserved communities, in government decision-making." -- OMB Notice, 3/20/2024,…
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