Drawing on the success of last year’s March for Science, which drew thousands of protesters down Market Street, Philly activists have banded together under a new independent organization called Philadelphia Science in Action, a non-partisan effort to advocate for an evidence-based approach in public policy.

The organization’s first move is the Rally for Science, happening April 14 at Thomas Paine Plaza. While last year’s march drew visibility to the cause of science funding and science-based decision making, the push from activists this year is around action and engagement.

“The high level of funding provided for scientific research and related programs in the recently passed federal budget reflects the importance of letting legislators know that voters value science,” said PSA’s president, Kim Beidler. “But it’s not just about funding; policies, personnel and other issues are also critically important in ensuring that society continues to benefit from science.”

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