We know that many of our members are looking for ways in which they can take meaningful individual actions. We have begun curating a list of suggestions and resources shared by individual AOS members or by other scientific societies. Please note that the AOS does not endorse or vouch for the effectiveness of any of these actions or resources; we are providing them so that you can explore opportunities that might be right for you. Actions that each person takes will reflect their own personal circumstances and priorities.
Contact your elected representatives
Reach out to your representatives to express your concern about recent reductions in research support through the U.S. federal government.
Sign a statement of support
Sign letters of support and share your experiences regarding recent cuts to research funding by the current US government administration.
Share your experiences
These organizations are compiling information on the impacts of government actions. Share your experiences to inform next steps.
- AIBS survey on status of current awards
- Nature is collecting information on how changing federal policies may impact or shape science around the world.
- Committee on Science, Space, and Technology survey on mass firings of federal employees
- 2025 Federal Financial Assistance Freeze-Contact Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro
- Share your experiences with the Union of Concerned Scientists
- AGU Survey on impacts of U.S. federal government decisions
Know your rights
The Union of Concerned Scientists has compiled resources for federal scientists, contractors, and workers.
Attend a rally
Sometimes, we feel the need to stand up and be heard and seen. Stand Up for Science has been organizing rallies across the U.S. Find one near you.