我们正在寻找for policy ideas to advance science, technology and innovation to deliver dramatic progress and build a more inclusive America.
公共政策领域缺乏透明度和包容性。关键的政策经常是由少数人互相交谈的，几乎没有有意义的机会可以听到其他所有人的声音。结果，公共政策未能反映出绝大多数被排除在决策过程中的个人的需求或优先事项。
The Day One Project’s “Science Policy x Equity (SPxE)” accelerator is designed to break that cycle. Hosted by the Federation of American Scientists (FAS) and Next100, the SPxE accelerator merges these organizations’ respective missions: to advance science, technology, and innovation to deliver dramatic progress on a broad suite of issues, and to change the face and future of policy to build a more inclusive, just, and democratic America.
The SPxE accelerator will provide training and support to individuals who have compelling ideas for policy change at the federal level but lack opportunities to develop their ideas and speak directly to public officials. Participants will also receive a $1,500 stipend upon successful completion of the program.The SPxE accelerator is a virtual, part-time, nine-week opportunity that will run from February 13–April 16, 2023. The accelerator is open to anyone who identifies as being from an community underrepresented in public policy (see FAQ for more information on eligibility) and has an idea aligned with either of two themes:
- Climate Policy x Equity. Individuals/communities who are disproportionately impacted by climate change are often excluded from policy discussions about climate issues. Ideas aligned with this theme might, for instance, focus on aspects of climate change that are critical for vulnerable communities but overlooked by decision-makers (e.g., the effects of power outages caused by extreme weather on Indigenous and Alaska Native populations. Ideas could also explain how to elevate diverse perspectives into climate policy (e.g., by providing more opportunities for people to share input in languages besides English).
- Health Policy x Equity. Our nation must minimize health gaps that undermine quality of life and create unnecessary healthcare costs—issues that disproportionately impact specific communities, such as communities of color and communities with limited financial means. Ideas aligned with this theme might, for instance, recommend ways the federal government can address continued inequalities related to COVID-19, or how the federal government can improve economic stability, healthcare access and quality, and other social determinants of health among underserved populations.
Applications for the SPxE accelerator are NOW OPEN. Apply below.
常见问题
What can I expect to get out of the accelerator?
If your idea is accepted, the Day One Project will work with you to help define and refine your initial idea, converting it into a short, actionable policy memo over the course of six- to nine-weeks. Our team will work with each individual author(s) to curate and craft your idea into an actionable policy. The Day One team will provide writing resources, phone consultation, editorial support, and connections to domain experts (when applicable) to help authors advance their idea into a full proposal. Following the completion of the accelerator, we aim to invite authors to engage policymakers. We will work with authors to drive traction on their proposal with the goal of pushing for the implementation of recommendations outlined.
Who should apply to the accelerator? Is there a minimum educational or experience requirement?
If your idea is accepted, the Day One Project will work with you to help define and refine your initial idea, converting it into a short, actionable policy memo over the course of six- to nine-weeks. Our team will work with each individual author(s) to curate and craft your idea into an actionable policy. The Day One team will provide writing resources, phone consultation, editorial support, and connections to domain experts (when applicable) to help authors advance their idea into a full proposal. Following the completion of the accelerator, we aim to invite authors to engage policymakers. We will work with authors to drive traction on their proposal with the goal of pushing for the implementation of recommendations outlined.
What is the time commitment?
If your idea is accepted, the Day One Project will work with you to help define and refine your initial idea, converting it into a short, actionable policy memo over the course of six- to nine-weeks. Our team will work with each individual author(s) to curate and craft your idea into an actionable policy. The Day One team will provide writing resources, phone consultation, editorial support, and connections to domain experts (when applicable) to help authors advance their idea into a full proposal. Following the completion of the accelerator, we aim to invite authors to engage policymakers. We will work with authors to drive traction on their proposal with the goal of pushing for the implementation of recommendations outlined.
I don’t live near Washington, DC. Can I still participate?
If your idea is accepted, the Day One Project will work with you to help define and refine your initial idea, converting it into a short, actionable policy memo over the course of six- to nine-weeks. Our team will work with each individual author(s) to curate and craft your idea into an actionable policy. The Day One team will provide writing resources, phone consultation, editorial support, and connections to domain experts (when applicable) to help authors advance their idea into a full proposal. Following the completion of the accelerator, we aim to invite authors to engage policymakers. We will work with authors to drive traction on their proposal with the goal of pushing for the implementation of recommendations outlined.
Does my idea for change have to be targeted to federal government? What about state and local government?
If your idea is accepted, the Day One Project will work with you to help define and refine your initial idea, converting it into a short, actionable policy memo over the course of six- to nine-weeks. Our team will work with each individual author(s) to curate and craft your idea into an actionable policy. The Day One team will provide writing resources, phone consultation, editorial support, and connections to domain experts (when applicable) to help authors advance their idea into a full proposal. Following the completion of the accelerator, we aim to invite authors to engage policymakers. We will work with authors to drive traction on their proposal with the goal of pushing for the implementation of recommendations outlined.
What is the Federation of American Scientists? What is their role in the SPxE accelerator?
If your idea is accepted, the Day One Project will work with you to help define and refine your initial idea, converting it into a short, actionable policy memo over the course of six- to nine-weeks. Our team will work with each individual author(s) to curate and craft your idea into an actionable policy. The Day One team will provide writing resources, phone consultation, editorial support, and connections to domain experts (when applicable) to help authors advance their idea into a full proposal. Following the completion of the accelerator, we aim to invite authors to engage policymakers. We will work with authors to drive traction on their proposal with the goal of pushing for the implementation of recommendations outlined.
What is Next100? What is their role in the SPxE accelerator?
If your idea is accepted, the Day One Project will work with you to help define and refine your initial idea, converting it into a short, actionable policy memo over the course of six- to nine-weeks. Our team will work with each individual author(s) to curate and craft your idea into an actionable policy. The Day One team will provide writing resources, phone consultation, editorial support, and connections to domain experts (when applicable) to help authors advance their idea into a full proposal. Following the completion of the accelerator, we aim to invite authors to engage policymakers. We will work with authors to drive traction on their proposal with the goal of pushing for the implementation of recommendations outlined.
How can I apply?
If your idea is accepted, the Day One Project will work with you to help define and refine your initial idea, converting it into a short, actionable policy memo over the course of six- to nine-weeks. Our team will work with each individual author(s) to curate and craft your idea into an actionable policy. The Day One team will provide writing resources, phone consultation, editorial support, and connections to domain experts (when applicable) to help authors advance their idea into a full proposal. Following the completion of the accelerator, we aim to invite authors to engage policymakers. We will work with authors to drive traction on their proposal with the goal of pushing for the implementation of recommendations outlined.
Who can I contact with additional questions?
If your idea is accepted, the Day One Project will work with you to help define and refine your initial idea, converting it into a short, actionable policy memo over the course of six- to nine-weeks. Our team will work with each individual author(s) to curate and craft your idea into an actionable policy. The Day One team will provide writing resources, phone consultation, editorial support, and connections to domain experts (when applicable) to help authors advance their idea into a full proposal. Following the completion of the accelerator, we aim to invite authors to engage policymakers. We will work with authors to drive traction on their proposal with the goal of pushing for the implementation of recommendations outlined.