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Non-governmental Science Communication Organisations

British Science Association
Established in 1831, it aims to advance the public understanding, accessibility and accountability of the sciences and engineering. The British Science Association is a charity and runs the UK's National Science and Engineering Week in March and its Annual Festival of Science in September.

British Council
Our science programme supports scientific collaboration through the exchange of ideas and knowledge. It aims to build lasting relationships and networks between young scientists around the world; to make connections between science, technology and society; and to stimulate debate about the impact of science on people’s lives.

Oxford Trust
Acts as a catalyst for dialogue between scientists and society. The Trust aims to encourage the study, application and communication of science, technology and engineering. It runs a number of annual events, including the Oxfordshire Science Festival and the Oxfordshire Family Science programme.

NESTA - the National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts
Aims to support talent, innovation and creativity in the UK in order to improve the UK’s capacity for innovation. It does this by investing in promising early-stage companies, shaping innovation policy, and sharing best practice.

Science Media Centre
An independent body working to help the scientific community engage with the media and improve public access to accurate scientific media stories. The Centre holds media briefings, workshops and discussions, and offers support to both scientists and journalists.

Wellcome Trust
An independent charity funding biomedical research to improve both human and animal health. The Trust has an endowment of approximately £13 billion and is the largest non-governmental source of funds for biomedical research in the UK.

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