KEY OUTCOMES

Launched a new communications function that:

• Expanded the number of scientists and legal experts participating in Climate Science Legal Defense Fund (CSLDF) trainings.

• Increased target audience engagement across CSLDF social media channels.

• Established a more strategic communications program for achieving CSLDF's mission and objectives.

THE CHALLENGE

• Assess CSLDF communications and produce a new strategic plan that supports the organization's three-year objectives for ensuring scientists can conduct, publish, and discuss their research and advocate for science without the threat of political harassment, censorship, or legal intimidation.

• Launch a more robust, sustainable, and practical communications function that accurately reflects CSLDF’s available resources.

• Increase participation in CSLDF trainings/workshops.

• Expand engagement via social media.

• Facilitate the inclusion of CSLDF in relevant media and legislative conversations on issues related to protecting scientists who are unfairly attacked for doing their jobs.

ACTVITIES

• Completed an assessment and produced an analysis of CSLDF communications strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities.

• Produced a new key message platform.

• Created a strategic communications action plan for achieving CSLDF operating objectives.