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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel

@drsl.bsky.social
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I am a developmental scientist and advocate for children and youth. Views are my own!

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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
SRCD invites you to join this upcoming webinar on Quantitative Critical Race Theory in developmental science. This webinar will take place on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 from 1:00–2:00 PM ET and will be held virtually. Register here: bit.ly/4cuIfEt #SRCD #SRCDWebinars
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 11/04/2026
Sharing this important Action Alert from COSSA to tell Congress to stop the dismantling of the National Science Foundation's Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences Directorate! It is easy to click on the link below to contact your Congressperson and U.S. Senators. cossa.org/action-cente...
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Join us for this important webinar!
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Applications for the 2025 Victoria S. Levin Award (up to $25,000) are due January 9th, 2026 by 11:59 p.m EDT. View eligibility and submission requirements here: bit.ly/4aSfl0A
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
The call for submissions deadline has been updated to Dec. 11th, 2025! Submissions may focus on identity development, health & wellbeing, education, families, policy, civic participation w/ an emphasis on intersectionality, innovation, & actionable science. Apply here: bit.ly/49pHk7a
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
SRCD is offering Small Grants of up to $7,500 for #research projects conducted by SRCD early #career members who completed their doctoral degree no earlier than January 1, 2021. The submission deadline is Jan. 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. Apply at bit.ly/487Fjub.
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
We invite you to join us for the 2025 Diverse Majority Society Lecture Series (DLS) on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM EST. Register here: bit.ly/4nnR8BY Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST Cost: No Cost
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Applications for the 2026–2027 SRCD U.S. Policy Fellowship are coming soon! Join our webinar on November 18, 1–2 PM ET, to learn how to find placements, strengthen your application, and hear advice from SRCD staff and alumni. Register today! bit.ly/4h3d6J1
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
SRCD is now accepting submissions for its 8th annual Small Grants Program for Early Scholars. Grants of up to $7,500 are available on a competitive basis for research projects conducted by SRCD early career members. The submission deadline is January 19, 2026. Learn more here: bit.ly/3JxBcg8
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
#SCOTUS decision today goes against the scientific evidence: family separation and the constant vigilance and threat of separation harms kids, families, and communities. SRCD stands by our Latinx communities. Read the evidence here: bit.ly/4mYVyQo
Supreme Court steps and individual walking
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
So happy to support this program and the next gen of dev science scholars!
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Here is an opportunity to sign a letter in support of NIH scientists! www.standupforscience.net/bethesda-dec...
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Bethesda Declaration — STAND UP FOR SCIENCE
Support NIH Staff Now!
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 01/06/2025
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Virginia Democracy Forward @demsforward.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
VA Lt. Governor candidates are debating on May 22. Sponsored by the NOVA Democratic Black Caucus.
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2025 Virginia Lieutenant Governor Candidate Debate
Come watch the top Virginia Lieutenant Governor candidates go head-to-head in a lively debate on May 22, 2025!
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Looking forward to working with OUP!
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Virginia Democracy Forward @demsforward.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
On June 14—Flag Day—Donald Trump wants tanks in the street and a made-for-TV display of dominance for his birthday. A spectacle meant to look like strength. But real power isn’t staged in Washington. It rises up everywhere else. Find an event near you! www.mobilize.us/nokings/
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
It is NSF’s 75th anniversary next week. Scientists & the public are needed to speak out about draconian cuts. Here are free resources and a social media toolkit from the Coalition for National Science Funding www.cnsf.us/nsf-75
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
Some great news! www.cnn.com/2025/05/09/u...
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Federal judge in Vermont orders Tufts University Student Rümeysa Öztürk released on bail after six weeks in detention | CNN
A federal judge in Vermont ordered the release of Rümeysa Öztürk, a Tufts University doctoral student from Turkey, who was detained by federal immigration officers near her Massachusetts home on March...
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
Please call and visit your Congressional reps! www.science.org/content/arti...
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Exclusive: NSF faces radical shake-up as officials abolish its 37 divisions
Changes seen as a response to presidential directives on what research to fund
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Virginia Democracy Forward @demsforward.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
Join VA Democracy Forward in our first fundraiser of the year for VA House delegate @kimadamsforva.bsky.social May 16 @ 5:30 PM in McLean, VA. Sign up today! bit.ly/4iPhBpJ
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
Don’t forget early voting for this important local election!
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Blue Virginia @bluevirginia.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
TONIGHT: Winsome Earle-Sears to Campaign with Kevin Roberts, Far-Right Architect of Project 2025; "Event signals Sears’ extreme agenda to roll back rights, kill Virginia jobs, and enact dangerous policies" - Democratic Party of Virginia bluevirginia.us/2025/05/toni...
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TONIGHT: Winsome Earle-Sears to Campaign with Kevin Roberts, Far-Right Architect of Project 2025
Yep, that's Winsome Earle-Sears for you..."speaking at tonight’s event with Project 2025 architect Kevin Roberts," which "signals her extreme agenda and highlights her extreme record," as the Democr
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Here is another opportunity for social scientists to share your stories about losing your funding! cossa.org/share-your-s...
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Share Your Story with COSSA | COSSA
Given current uncertainty about the future of the U.S. research enterprise, COSSA is collecting stories from the social and behavioral science community on how recent Executive Actions are affecting o...
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Please share your stories! democrats-science.house.gov/sciencefirings
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Were you fired by President Trump? | House Committee on Science, Space and Technology
The House Committee on Science, Space and Technology
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
A new coalition to save NSF funding! www.savensf.com
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Home | Savensf
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
The Spencer Foundation is offering rapid response bridge funding for those who lost NSF research grants. www.spencer.org/grant_types/...
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Rapid Response Bridge Funding Program
In the face of recent abrupt shifts in federal funding for education research, including large-scale terminations of National Science Foundation (NSF) research grant awards, we have developed a rap...
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Join us today at the Global Developmental Science Networking Event from 3:20–4:20 PM in Room 101H, 1st Floor of the Convention Center. Collaborate, share, and build bridges at #SRCD2025
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Thought provoking panel on protecting youth in high police surveillance neighborhoods with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison here at #SRCD25
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Found the Ribbon Wall yet? It’s just to the right when you enter the Exhibit Hall hallway! Add a pop of pride to your #SRCD2025 badge—whether it’s a caucus, role, or just for fun. Let’s ribbon up!
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
Honored to be selected as SRCD’s next executive director! www.srcd.org/news/srcd-se...
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SRCD Selects Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel, CAE as Executive Director | Society for Research in Child Development SRCD
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
Sharing this link to support Rumeysa Ozturk’s legal team and living and health care expenses. chuffed.org/project/just...
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Justice for Rümeysa Öztürk
Dear Friends, Allies, and Supporters,
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-...
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Got a ‘Little Lawyer’ at Home? Their Rule-Bending Might Be a Social Strength
A new study finds that when young kids find loopholes, or sneaky work-arounds, for instructions, they must apply advanced social and language skills
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
On April 5, we’re uniting to say Hands Off! Join me to fight back against Trump’s unprecedented power grab. app.sosha.ai/s/PFPZ680o
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Join me on April 5th
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Fantastic news for science! www.reuters.com/business/hea...
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US judge bars Trump administration from cutting NIH research funding
A U.S. judge Wednesday blocked President Donald Trump's administration from carrying out steep cuts to federal grant funding for research that universities and Democratic-led states warn would lead to layoffs, lab closures and a curtailment of scientific and medical studies.
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Congratulations to the new co-editors of Child Development, Drs. Shauna Cooper and Adam Winsler! bit.ly/4in9IZ3 #ChildDevelopment
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
Congratularions to all!
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
Voting is now open for Student and Early Career Council (SECC) Representatives to ten (10) SRCD Committees! Voting is open until March 4, 2025. To learn more about the candidates and vote, please visit: bit.ly/3ERTd8N
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 23/02/2025
It’s a wrap! Wrapped up my volunteer service on the national board of directors for the American Camp Association. Honored to serve on the board and wish the ACA the best as they launch exciting new programs for children, youth, and families!
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
There’s still time to register for #SRCD25! Take advantage of the “regular rates” available until Thursday, March 13, 2025. Learn more and register here: bit.ly/SRCD25regist...
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
NIH has implemented a policy (bit.ly/NIHindirectCOSTS) which caps indirect costs on grants at 15%. The APA issued an alert (bit.ly/APAtellCONGRESS), urging Congress to take action! SRCD's Policy team is collaborating with its coalition partners to protect science funding.
Graphic Highlighting New NIH Policy on Indirect Cost Caps on GrantsGraphic Highlighting New NIH Policy on Indirect Cost Caps on Grants
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
New grant opportunity from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation www.linkedin.com/posts/rwjfou...
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RWJF on LinkedIn: Systems for Action: Community-Led Systems Research to Address Systemic…
CALL FOR PROPOSALS: Systems for Action invites proposals for community-led pilot studies to produce new, actionable evidence to align medical, social, and…
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
www.linkedin.com/pulse/we-sho...
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We should all pay attention to what is happening at the National Archives
On Friday night, the president officially fired the Archivist of the United States, as he had promised to do before taking office. So, hi there! 👋 Former National Archives employee here.
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
Time to call your reps in Congress again! www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...
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NIH cuts billions of dollars in biomedical funding, effective immediately
Researchers say it would hurt facilities that work on medical issues such as cancer research and heart disease. Elon Musk contends the old policy was ‘a ripoff.’
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 09/02/2025
Our coalition partner COSSA's Advocacy Day #event is back March 24-25, 2025, in Washington D.C., and we need your help to show lawmakers why federal government support for social and behavioral science #research is so critical. Learn more and register at bit.ly/COSSAAdvocac...! @cossa.bsky.social
A Promotional Graphic Highlighting Social Science Advocacy Day, an Annual Event From SRCD Coalition Partner COSSA (The Consortium of Social Science Associations)
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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Elon Musk now has access to your Social Security number. The world’s richest man has gained access to the confidential personal information of every taxpayer in the United States.
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
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Why has Musk gained access to our data?
I don’t want to be an alarmist and was not planning on writing anything tonight, but this is insanely dangerous.
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Dr. Suzanne Le Menestrel @drsl.bsky.social · 02/02/2025
Excellent list of pro-Democracy news outlets docs.google.com/document/d/1...?
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Indivisible Member Recommendations for Pro-Democracy News Sources
Indivisible Member Recommendations for Pro-Democracy News Sources Below is a condensed summary of Indivisible member recommended pro-democracy news sources. 1. Independent Writers • Heather Cox R...
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
There are 96 days left until our 2025 Biennial Meeting. Congratulations to our accepted submitters, who should check their spam folders if they have yet to receive their decision notifications. Visit bit.ly/SRCD25registration to register for the #event and to reserve your hotel. #childdevelopment
Promotional graphic, featuring a Minneapolis, Minnesota skyline, for SRCD's 2025 Biennial Meeting event.
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
Registration for our 2025 Biennial Meeting is now open! Visit bit.ly/SRCD25registration to register for SRCD's signature #event and reserve housing. Congratulations to everyone who submitted and was accepted to #SRCD25. We look forward to seeing you in Minneapolis in May!
Promo Graphic Containing a Collage of Four Photographs and Promoting SRCD's Signature Event, its Biennial Meeting
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Society for Research in Child Development @srcdorg.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Jorge Cuartas is the recipient of the SRCD 2024 Victoria S. Levin Award for Early Career Success in Young Children’s Mental Health. Read more about this achievement at bit.ly/SRCDlevin2024. @jorgecuartas.bsky.social #career #children #mentalhealth
Photo of Dr. Jorge Cuartas
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