Policy Engagement
SRCD works for our members to advance science and social policies at the U.S. federal level, including in Congress and executive agencies. Our goal is to enable SRCD members to conduct research and create a healthy, diverse, and vibrant child development discipline.
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SRCD U.S. Policy Fellowship Program
The SRCD Policy Fellowship immerses postdoctoral child development experts over one to two years in a U.S. federal agency, state agency, or congressional placement where they work full time on child and family policy. With over 30 years in operation, this program is a prestigious opportunity. Apply for the 2025-2026 cohort before January 6, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Science Advocacy Activities
SRCD posts comments, submits responses to draft policies, signs-on to multi-organization letters, and shares updates regarding policies and practices impacting our scientific community's ability to fund, conduct, publish, and disseminate its research.
Policy Efforts in 2024
SRCD works for our members to advance science and social policies at the U.S. federal level, including in Congress and executive agencies. Our goal is to enable SRCD members to conduct research and create a healthy, diverse, and vibrant child development discipline.