Outreach & Initiatives > Science Policy

The director of science policy will:

• Execute strategic and short-range plans designed to increase the participation and visibility of the statistical profession and the ASA in science policy discussions at the national and international levels
• Promote the use and appreciation of sound statistical methods in the collection and analysis of the data on which decisions are based
• Work with decisionmakers to help the statistical sciences receive an appropriate share of public funds devoted to scientific research and education
• Work closely with ASA committees, sections, special-interest groups, and chapters to foster and encourage their science policy activities
• Provide timely information about science policy developments to members and staff