HOBART YOUTH
SCIENCE COMMUNICATORS NETWORK
OUR MISSION
By establishing the Science Communication Society at UTAS and delivering a targeted training series, we aim to equip young scientists in Hobart with the skills to become impactful climate communicators.
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The UTAS Science Communicators Society
The University of Tasmania's first Science Communicators Society will be established.
These student leaders will work with science experts and local educators to develop a cohesive workshop series, aimed at training young scientists to become facilitators.
02.
Science Communication Workshops
Through a series of workshops, the UTAS Science Communicators Society will offer training sessions led by science communication experts.
These workshops will enable university students to develop skills in effective science communication, public speaking, and workshop facilitation.
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03.
Community Climate Education
Trained student facilitators will put their science communication skills to the test by running a series of free workshops for high school students and youth groups.
These workshops will focus on engaging young people in Hobart’s climate and ocean science.
PROJECT STAGES
Building the next generation of engaging science communicators through hands-on, engaging trainings and skill building
PURPOSE
If we want the next generation to be able to take action on climate, we need them to be able to compellingly communicate their knowledge with a tone of optimism, especially in a world of short form content, climate anxiety and misinformation.
OUTCOME
PROJECT TIMELINE
The project will commence at the beginning of June and workshops will be held between August and October 2025.
The project will directly engage with over 100 young people across the city of Hobart, building capacity in young people to have meaningful climate conversations and increasing the reach of solution-focused, and inspiring climate communication.
HANG TIGHT!
MORE DETAILS TO COME..
This project is funded by the Bloomberg Philanthropic Youth Climate Action Grant 2025 through the City of Hobart.