Rochester NY March for Science (ROC-MFS) announces two upcoming events that are open to the public. On Saturday, April 14 the public is invited to gather for a Day of Science: a three-fold event from 12 to 5 p.m., including a rally, march, and science expo and career fair. The Day of Science calls for equitable, evidence-based policies that serve all people in the communities in and around Rochester. Leading up to the Day of Science, the ROC-MFS Board will be hosting a Tap Takeover Fundraiser at The Reserve at I-Square Saturday, April 7 from 7 to 11 p.m. This is a great opportunity to meet the board and learn more about ROC-MFS and their year-round endeavours. Raffle baskets, a 50/50 raffle and ROC-MFS merchandise will be available at the Tap Takeover to help raise donations for the Day of Science and other future events.
The rally calls on elected officials to recognize the important role of science in public policy, and will highlight the need for science and public policy to serve underrepresented communities, as well as the role of well-funded and well-communicated science as a pillar of human freedom and prosperity. Confirmed speakers at the rally include Wendi Heinzelman, dean of the Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at the University of Rochester, City Council Vice-President Adam McFadden, Brighton Town Supervisor Bill Moehle, Assemblyman Harry Bronson, Simeon Banister, vice president of Community Programs at the Rochester Area Community Foundation, and Mayor Lovely Warren.
Participants will then march through the streets of Rochester to the Rochester Science Expo and Career Fair at the Rochester Riverside Hotel, which runs from 1 to 5 p.m. The march serves as a physical and symbolic show of the movement toward a future where science serves all. The expo will feature over 50 unique exhibitors including demonstrations, exhibits and talks for all ages that will highlight the wonderful things that science has done and continues to do for the Rochester area. All in attendance are guaranteed to learn something new about science in Rochester. Area high-school, college and university groups will be presenting, as will a variety of local community organizations, nonprofits and local businesses. There will be an area specifically for young children, including storytimes, as well as activities tailored to older children. A map of the march route and a complete list of presenters can be found at rocnymarchforscience.org/event-information/.
All are invited to the Day of Science. The event is free, family-friendly and special attention is being given to making all aspects of the event accessible for people with disabilities. Braille programs, ASL interpretation and accommodations for families will be available throughout the event. Concessions will be available for purchase at the Science Expo and will be zero waste with the partnership of Impact Earth.
ROC-MFS recognizes the important economic and environmental impacts science, technology and research have on the Rochester region, and strives for an inclusive scientific community and scientifically aware and engaged public. ROC-MFS is an all-volunteer nonprofit charitable corporation based in Rochester and is pursuing 501c3 status. For more information, visit rocnymarchforscience.org. If you are interested in volunteering or have questions about accessibility, email info@rocmarchforscience.org.
Provided information
