Invitation to Join the SSN Academics in Annapolis Cohort (2026 Session)

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:41:06 -0500

Dear colleagues,

We are excited to share a new opportunity from the Scholar Strategy Network's DC/MD chapter: the Academics in Annapolis Cohort, a structured and supportive way for you to contribute to real-time debates during the upcoming Maryland General Assembly session (January-March 2026).

The cohort is designed for academics (defined broadly!) at any level of experience with policy engagement—whether you are new to legislative advocacy or already active in this space. Participants will receive training (as needed), be connected to advocacy partners, and choose from a range of flexible ways to contribute during the session. The time commitment is minimal, but your impact would be much greater.

If this sounds interesting to you, please see the attached overview with more details about the cohort, as well as instructions for signing up [by filling out this short interest form by December 15, 2025]. Please feel free to also share this opportunity with colleagues as it is open to non-SSN members as well.

Please direct questions to:

Elizabeth Rigby

erigby@gwu.edu

Maryland - Washington, D.C. Chapter, Scholars Strategy Network