Breakfast session to present effective communication practices, Feb. 13

Communications is more than conveying information. It’s ensuring that information is received as intended. This is the critical first step toward better decision making and behavioral outcomes benefiting individuals and society.

Behavioral scientist and National Press Club member Sweta Chakraborty will discuss how people process and act upon information in a breakfast presentation Wednesday, Feb. 13, from 8-9 a.m. in the Cosgrove Lounge. This professional development session for reporters and communicators, sponsored by the Club Communicator Team, is free to members, $10 for a member's guest, which may be refunded if the guest joins the Club.

Registration is required by clicking here. Please make reservations by close of business Monday, Feb. 11.

Studies have identified robust methodologies for effective communication to stakeholders (e.g., public, government entities, companies). This talk will describe the relevant principles from the field of behavioral science in overcoming some of the biggest communication challenges.

Chakraborty is a risk and behavioral scientist whose evidence-based communications work focuses on urgently and proactively manage the risks that threaten human security and well-being. She is the founder and principle of Adapt to Thrive, a venture that seeks to better inform the public, businesses, and governments on complex interconnected challenges such as food security and disease resulting from climate change.

She is also a Policy and Communications Fellow at the Center for Climate and Security where she hosts The Climate and Security Podcast. She serves on the board of the Serendipity Foundation, where she funds global non-profits, as well as the boards for America Adapts and We Don’t Have Time.

Chakraborty is regularly interviewed on major, international news media outlets including CNN, the BBC, Fox News Channel, Sky News, NZTV, i24, OAN, ABC and Newsmax. She has written extensively in peer-reviewed journals and is working on a book about adaptation to global risks.

The Communicator Team hosts monthly professional development continental breakfasts sessions for journalists and communicators.