A proactive community
We provide a space and training opportunities for scientists interested in keeping their community and the public informed about the development and implementation of federal, state, and local science-based policies and their impact in Puerto Rico.
Stories that Inspire
PRSPAN volunteers share their experience with us
"We managed to facilitate a participatory space that allowed us to bring our science to public policy arenas and inform decision-making processes. I feel very proud of the Visibility and conScience in Puerto Rico project, which succeeded in inserting social and climate justice topics into the public debate heading into the 2020 elections in Puerto Rico"
Luis
Volunteer Co-director - PRSPAN
"Participating in and leading this initiative allowed me to understand the relevance of evidence-based public policies. I understood that Puerto Rico requires more scientists to join similar projects to strengthen data-driven decision-making"
Bianca
Volunteer Co-director - PRSPAN
"Participating in PRSPAN strengthened my career by connecting science with public decision-making in Puerto Rico. Through advocacy, science communication, and collaborative work, I developed key skills in public policy and confirmed the power of evidence to drive real change for the country."
Luz
Volunteer - PRSPAN
"My experience at PRSPAN was key to understanding the power of science-based public policy. There I learned how evidence, the participation of key sectors, and strategy are integrated to influence public decisions. Today I apply these principles in regulatory matters by strategically interacting with FDA policy"
Flavia
Volunteer - PRSPAN