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In conjunction with Sense About Science, Edinburgh Skeptics presents:

Molly Manwill - The power of asking for evidence

In a time of misinformation, purchasable blue ticks, and spurious claims to be ‘following the science’, how do we ask the right questions of information we find from social media, companies, and politicians? 61% of people think it’s important the government shows the public all the evidence used to make policy decisions. And yet, the sources of data used in policy making become more complex, modelling and big data being two key examples.

But you don’t need to be an expert to ask the right questions.

This talk will cover how to ask about the data behind the issues that matter to you, be that climate change or local healthcare policies. With examples of how people asking for evidence have made a real difference, we’ll show you how you can too.

Molly has an ecology background, with a masters in Sustainable Development and after working in conservation and within communities has come to the science policy and communications to champion the use of evidence in policy. She primarily works with researchers to bring their research to Evidence Week to present to MPs. She also works on the Voice of Young Science programme to empower early career researchers to engage in policy and the media.

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All our events are free of charge but we will ask for a voluntary donation. Please note there are steep steps in the venue so if you have motor difficulties, please let us know and we may be able to make other arrangements.