Dear ASCers,
We write for the general public, we talk to the general public. But who exactly are the general public? Join us for a discussion on public surveys, polls and focus groups at 7pm on Tuesday 20 April at the Clare Café in Carlton. This ASC session will be preceded by the AGM for the Victorian Branch of the Australian Science Communicators. If you’re interested in being involved, here’s your chance.
Polls and surveys: what works? Finding out what the public really think: Tuesday 20 April
ASC Victorian Branch AGM: Tuesday 20 April
Kind regards, Niall
ASC Victoria President
and Creative Director, Science in Public
Polls and surveys: what works? Finding out what the public really think: Tuesday 20 April
6.45pm for 7pm
We write for the general public, we talk to the general public. But who exactly are the general public? And how do we know what they think? Or even whether they are interested in science in the first place?
Join us for a discussion on public surveys, polls and focus groups.
How easy is it to conduct a survey? What can surveys reveal? And how can we use them to better direct our communication efforts?
Our panel includes a representative of polling company Roy Morgan, who will explain what’s involved in creating and running a poll; and two users – one from state government, one from federal government – who will talk about their experiences in conducting large public surveys, what worked, what didn’t and what people really think about science.
The speakers are:
· Craig Cormick, Manager of Public Awareness for the federal government’s National Enabling Technologies Strategy
· Wendy Williams, Manager of Science and Community for the Victorian Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development
· Bruce Packard, National Customised Research Director for Roy Morgan Research
Where: The Clare, 421 Rathdowne Street, Carlton
When: Tuesday 20 April
Time: 7pm to 8pm, followed by dinner. Please note the AGM for the Victorian branch will be held before the session from 6.15pm. Free drink on arrival for all members attending the AGM.
RSVP: Sarah Brooker sarah@scienceinpublic.com.au, 0413 332 489
Cost: Free for members, $10 for non-members $5 for students. Meals and drinks at bar prices.
Download a poster of this session here for your workplace lunchroom or office noticeboard.
ASC Victorian Branch AGM: Tuesday 20 April
6pm for 6.15pm Free drink for all members attending
It’s time for a bit of democracy – it’s time for AGM of the Victorian branch of the Australian Science Communicators.
Please come along and help to shape the ASC. We welcome your ideas, your nominations and your votes for the new committee. If you’re passionate about science communication please consider nominating for one of the following positions.
· President
· Secretary
· Treasurer
· Committee members – we currently have five.
The committee’s main function is organising networking, professional development and public events.
Often we invite speakers on current issues relating to science communication and it is an opportunity to share our thoughts and experiences in an informal atmosphere.
Previous speakers and sessions have included:
· Apollo astronaut Harrison Schmidt
· Fred Mendelsohn, Director of the Howard Florey Institute talking about the biochemistry of depression
· Peter McGauran, the Federal Science Minister at the time
· Lawrence Krauss on The Physics of Star Trek
· Scott Sampson on The Dinosaurs of West America
· A designer, a publisher and a typographer discussing Brochures, banners and budgets. Oh my!
· Our networking evening Science Centric at the three degrees bar and brewery
· science comedians, science artists, museum exhibitors and more.
More information on the ASC on the ASC website: www.asc.asn.au
Current committee positions and office bearers are: – President: Niall Byrne – Secretary & Treasurer: Jason Major – ASC national committee representative: Meg Rive (not seeking re-election) – General committee members: L.E. Ohman, Ian Muchamore, James Hutson, Maia Sauren, and Laura Miles
Kind regards,
Niall
ASC Victorian Branch President
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Niall Byrne
Creative Director Science in Public
ph +61 3 9398 1416 mobile +61 417 131 977 skype niall_byrne
niall@scienceinpublic.com.au www.scienceinpublic.com
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