Dear all UKPN members,
We are excited to announce that we are in the process of establishing the UKPN’s Education and Outreach Network and are looking for enthusiastic UKPN members who would like to get involved in any future outreach events, helping us to deliver educational initiatives and inspire the next generation!
The types of opportunities we currently offer are:
School visits - attend schools that reach out for a polar scientist and give a short presentation and discussion with children of all ages and abilities. Resources and support can be provided by the UKPN Education and Outreach officers and is a great opportunity to develop scientific communication skills and public speaking.
Festivals - represent the UKPN at science festivals and events around the country, running fun, interactive activities for families and children, supported by our dedicated festivals team. Get crafty, try on polar gear, or bring something related to your own work!
Polar Pen Pals - this initiative is designed to connect scientists and support workers with polar experience to school children learning about polar science. Questions are often on fieldwork, life in extreme environments and polar science in general. This is a great opportunity to develop written communication and support outreach experience without the need to travel to schools in-person.
If you are interested in participating in future events, please sign up using the google form below so we will keep you updated with opportunities in your area. We are also able to support reasonable travel expenses for any events in which you represent the UKPN.
https://forms.gle/2dL1xjhkC1ZMDmRu8
Thank you for your support!
The UKPN Education and Outreach Team
