We're Continuing The Conversation

At a moment when the world is grappling with rapid change, there has rarely been a more important time for anthropology to be visible, audible, and influential. Anthropologists bring critical insight to the questions shaping public life, and there is growing opportunity for our members to contribute meaningfully to local, national and international conversations that affect us all.

Thanks to a generous grant from the Wenner-Gren Foundation, the American Anthropological Association is once again offering members the opportunity to take part in “Write to Change the World” workshops organized and facilitated by The OpEd Project – a think tank and leadership organization that accelerates the ideas and impact of underrepresented voices. They are a community of journalists and thought leaders who actively share knowledge, resources, and connections with stunning results. The workshops are 100% virtual with participants joining across an enormous range of identities, voices, and ideas.

Programs are based on time-tested models of transformational learning. Games, high-stakes scenarios, and live experiments challenge participants to think in new and bigger ways. You will explore the source of credibility; the patterns and elements of persuasion; the difference between being “right” and being effective; and how to think bigger about what you know—to have more impact in the world. Participants emerge with concrete results (op-ed drafts and more), and access to a national network of journalist mentors for individual follow-up.

The AAA will cover the full registration cost for selected participants. In addition, AAA will coordinate post-workshop support by pairing participants with experienced coaches and mentors who can provide feedback on topics, drafts, and publication strategies.

To be considered (AAA membership required), please submit the following by February 27, 2026:

• Your background and contact information

• A short writing sample (750 words or fewer) written for a general audience (publication not required)

• A brief paragraph explaining why this workshop matters to you and how it will help you amplify your work

Please send all information to Jeff Martin.