By Marcel LaFlamme, Association of Research Libraries; Angelo Cusimano, CUNY; and Sarah Wang, American University
This month's "Why Social Science?" post comes from three participants from this year's Social Science Advocacy Day who reflected upon their advocacy experiences and the importance of advocating for the social sciences.
On March 24-25, 2025, over 70 social and behavioral science researchers, students, and advocates from 17 different states participated in Social Science Advocacy Day. This annual event brings together advocates from across the country to discuss with Members of Congress and their staff the importance of prioritizing funding for federal agencies and programs that support social and behavioral science research.
Below are reflections from three advocates who participated: Sarah Wang, an undergraduate student at American University; Marcel LaFlamme, Director of Research Policy and Scholarship at the Association of Research Libraries; and Angelo Cusimano, Psychology PhD student at the Graduate Center, CUNY, and an adjunct professor at Baruch College, CUNY.