Lillian Steenblik Hwang
@lillianhwang.bsky.social
Associate Digital Editor @snexplores.bsky.social
I do all the web things. Mama. Book Devourer. Foodie. Nerd. Geek. Perpetual kid. Neurodivergent. she/her. 📚🐰🧶 Standing in solidarity with @sn-media-guild.bsky.social
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I do all the web things. Mama. Book Devourer. Foodie. Nerd. Geek. Perpetual kid. Neurodivergent. she/her. 📚🐰🧶 Standing in solidarity with @sn-media-guild.bsky.social
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September 6th will mark 500 days since the workers of @science.news.media.guild started negotiations with @society4science.
We're aiming to have 500 signatures on our petition by that date. So far, 314 people have voiced their support. Help our cause by signing the petition: tinyurl.com/mw63yupr
We're aiming to have 500 signatures on our petition by that date. So far, 314 people have voiced their support. Help our cause by signing the petition: tinyurl.com/mw63yupr
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Looking to support our cause? Be sure to sign our petition calling for a fair contract!
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For a Fair Contract at Science News!
Workers at Science News and Science News Explores have been bargaining their first union contract for over a year now. Despite the entire staff's proven ability to work effectively from home, manageme...
actionnetwork.org
November 12, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Looking to support our cause? Be sure to sign our petition calling for a fair contract!
actionnetwork.org/petitions/fo...
actionnetwork.org/petitions/fo...
Reposted by Lillian Steenblik Hwang
Last week, our members participated in a 24-hour #strike. The outpouring of support has been inspiring. Thank you to everyone who’s shown up and stood with us. After 567 days of negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social, we’re still fighting for the fair contract we deserve.
November 12, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Last week, our members participated in a 24-hour #strike. The outpouring of support has been inspiring. Thank you to everyone who’s shown up and stood with us. After 567 days of negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social, we’re still fighting for the fair contract we deserve.
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#scicomm SN and SNE went on strike yesterday to demand fair contracts and accommodations. You can support their efforts by signing this petition, which they will present to their CEO once they hit 500 signatures. 🧪
For a Fair Contract at Science News!
Workers at Science News and Science News Explores have been bargaining their first union contract for over a year now. Despite the entire staff's proven ability to work effectively from home, manageme...
actionnetwork.org
November 6, 2025 at 6:32 PM
#scicomm SN and SNE went on strike yesterday to demand fair contracts and accommodations. You can support their efforts by signing this petition, which they will present to their CEO once they hit 500 signatures. 🧪
Reposted by Lillian Steenblik Hwang
Breaking News: Late last night Conde Nast illegally fired 4 union organizers who asked company execs to explain the downsizing of Teen Vogue and continued layoffs. We’ve filed a grievance.
November 6, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Breaking News: Late last night Conde Nast illegally fired 4 union organizers who asked company execs to explain the downsizing of Teen Vogue and continued layoffs. We’ve filed a grievance.
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Recent fiscal decisions at the @society4science.bsky.social signal to us that the nonprofit's priorities are moving away from its mission to promote the understanding and appreciation of science. This strike is about getting focus back on what's really important. @wbng.org @newsguild.org
November 5, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Recent fiscal decisions at the @society4science.bsky.social signal to us that the nonprofit's priorities are moving away from its mission to promote the understanding and appreciation of science. This strike is about getting focus back on what's really important. @wbng.org @newsguild.org
Today is 561 days.
We have spent 560 days at the negotiating table with @society4science.bsky.social. Today's work stoppage is painful to us, and now where we want to be. We deserve a fair contract!
November 6, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Today is 561 days.
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Solidarity is in our DNA!
We're asking @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract with equitable pay and work flexibility.
We're asking @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract with equitable pay and work flexibility.
November 5, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Solidarity is in our DNA!
We're asking @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract with equitable pay and work flexibility.
We're asking @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract with equitable pay and work flexibility.
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I've got my @sn-media-guild.bsky.social gear on today in solidarity with my colleagues who are out on the picket line! (My cat is clearly impressed.)
November 5, 2025 at 2:38 PM
I've got my @sn-media-guild.bsky.social gear on today in solidarity with my colleagues who are out on the picket line! (My cat is clearly impressed.)
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So grateful for the Science News alumni, @wbng.org, @mlexguild.bsky.social, other friends, family , neighbors and loved ones who have come out to support us today! You can show your support by signing our petition at shorturl.at/RinYU
November 5, 2025 at 7:07 PM
So grateful for the Science News alumni, @wbng.org, @mlexguild.bsky.social, other friends, family , neighbors and loved ones who have come out to support us today! You can show your support by signing our petition at shorturl.at/RinYU
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Our remote workers may not be able to join the #picket, but they have things to say too!
"I would love to believe that the @society4science.bsky.social believes in us. Instead, I am in disbelief at how little they offer those who pour so much of themselves into its mission." @nikkogasa.bsky.social
"I would love to believe that the @society4science.bsky.social believes in us. Instead, I am in disbelief at how little they offer those who pour so much of themselves into its mission." @nikkogasa.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Our remote workers may not be able to join the #picket, but they have things to say too!
"I would love to believe that the @society4science.bsky.social believes in us. Instead, I am in disbelief at how little they offer those who pour so much of themselves into its mission." @nikkogasa.bsky.social
"I would love to believe that the @society4science.bsky.social believes in us. Instead, I am in disbelief at how little they offer those who pour so much of themselves into its mission." @nikkogasa.bsky.social
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I may be biased but all strikes need to have violins, dinosaur costumes, a live sketch artists, and bird facts
🚨 STRIKE ALERT: Journalists at Science News are on strike and holding a 12-hour picket outside of the office!
After 560 days of bargaining, the Science News Media Guild (@sn-media-guild.bsky.social) is demanding and fair contract NOW!
After 560 days of bargaining, the Science News Media Guild (@sn-media-guild.bsky.social) is demanding and fair contract NOW!
November 5, 2025 at 9:00 PM
I may be biased but all strikes need to have violins, dinosaur costumes, a live sketch artists, and bird facts
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Today's the big day — we're officially on strike all day! We'll be picketing from 8am to 8pm at 1776 Massachusetts NW. Come show your support! @wbng.org @newsguild.org
November 5, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Today's the big day — we're officially on strike all day! We'll be picketing from 8am to 8pm at 1776 Massachusetts NW. Come show your support! @wbng.org @newsguild.org
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It's me. The first raise is higher than my yearly salary. (And the 2nd comes VERY close.)
In 2022 and 2023, @society4science.bsky.social CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social's raises totaled more than some employees' annual salaries. And yet, after 545 days, our workers are still waiting for a contract that ensures fair pay and cost-of-living adjustments. The math isn't mathing.
October 22, 2025 at 2:43 PM
It's me. The first raise is higher than my yearly salary. (And the 2nd comes VERY close.)
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Proud of my colleagues!!! These are some of the best int he business, and they deserve to be paid for their work, and to be allowed to work where they NEED to.
Workers of the Science News Media Guild will conduct a 24-hour #strike on Wednesday, 11/5. This comes after our members voted to reject the Society’s latest contract proposal. Our members previously voted by 92% to authorize a strike against the @society4science.bsky.social, if necessary.
November 4, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Proud of my colleagues!!! These are some of the best int he business, and they deserve to be paid for their work, and to be allowed to work where they NEED to.
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12 hours until the workers of the Science News Media Guild will conduct a 24-hour #strike. This comes after our members voted to reject the @society4science.bsky.social's latest contract proposal. Rally with us for a fair contract on 11/5, from 8 AM to 8 PM at 1776 Massachusetts Ave, NW.
November 4, 2025 at 4:59 PM
12 hours until the workers of the Science News Media Guild will conduct a 24-hour #strike. This comes after our members voted to reject the @society4science.bsky.social's latest contract proposal. Rally with us for a fair contract on 11/5, from 8 AM to 8 PM at 1776 Massachusetts Ave, NW.
Reposted by Lillian Steenblik Hwang
Workers of the Science News Media Guild will conduct a 24-hour #strike on Wednesday, 11/5. This comes after our members voted to reject the Society’s latest contract proposal. Our members previously voted by 92% to authorize a strike against the @society4science.bsky.social, if necessary.
November 3, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Workers of the Science News Media Guild will conduct a 24-hour #strike on Wednesday, 11/5. This comes after our members voted to reject the Society’s latest contract proposal. Our members previously voted by 92% to authorize a strike against the @society4science.bsky.social, if necessary.
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In late August, our workers voted with 92% support to authorize a strike. Two months later, we're still negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We've been waiting 548 days for the fairness and respect our members deserve. We are prepared to walk out, if need be.
October 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
In late August, our workers voted with 92% support to authorize a strike. Two months later, we're still negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We've been waiting 548 days for the fairness and respect our members deserve. We are prepared to walk out, if need be.
Reposted by Lillian Steenblik Hwang
In 2022 and 2023, @society4science.bsky.social CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social's raises totaled more than some employees' annual salaries. And yet, after 545 days, our workers are still waiting for a contract that ensures fair pay and cost-of-living adjustments. The math isn't mathing.
October 22, 2025 at 1:15 PM
In 2022 and 2023, @society4science.bsky.social CEO @mayaajmera.bsky.social's raises totaled more than some employees' annual salaries. And yet, after 545 days, our workers are still waiting for a contract that ensures fair pay and cost-of-living adjustments. The math isn't mathing.
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UPDATE: Today marks 544 days since we started bargaining with @society4science.bsky.social. 😬 We're still waiting on a contract that guarantees fair pay and treats us like the professionals we are.
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
October 20, 2025 at 1:50 PM
UPDATE: Today marks 544 days since we started bargaining with @society4science.bsky.social. 😬 We're still waiting on a contract that guarantees fair pay and treats us like the professionals we are.
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
#faircontractNOW #unionstrong
Reposted by Lillian Steenblik Hwang
A decade ago I wanted to find a way to recognize the wonderful images that researchers created -- in the lab and in the field. With some likeminded folks, we got it off the ground. It's worked out beautifully, and I'm proud of it.
#SciArt
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#SciArt
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A Decade of Envisioning Research
Celebrate beauty and wonder.
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October 17, 2025 at 5:17 PM
A decade ago I wanted to find a way to recognize the wonderful images that researchers created -- in the lab and in the field. With some likeminded folks, we got it off the ground. It's worked out beautifully, and I'm proud of it.
#SciArt
news.ncsu.edu/2025/10/a-de...
#SciArt
news.ncsu.edu/2025/10/a-de...
Reposted by Lillian Steenblik Hwang
Looking to support our efforts as well? Sign our petition linked below!
actionnetwork.org/petitions/fo...
actionnetwork.org/petitions/fo...
For a Fair Contract at Science News!
Workers at Science News and Science News Explores have been bargaining their first union contract for over a year now. Despite the entire staff's proven ability to work effectively from home, manageme...
actionnetwork.org
October 17, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Looking to support our efforts as well? Sign our petition linked below!
actionnetwork.org/petitions/fo...
actionnetwork.org/petitions/fo...
Reposted by Lillian Steenblik Hwang
It's been 540+ days since we started negotiating with
@society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We marked the occasion by holding a practice picket during our lunch hour. Judging by all the honking cars and trucks, we think it's safe to say DC commuters are with us!
#faircontractNOW
@society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We marked the occasion by holding a practice picket during our lunch hour. Judging by all the honking cars and trucks, we think it's safe to say DC commuters are with us!
#faircontractNOW
October 17, 2025 at 1:55 PM
It's been 540+ days since we started negotiating with
@society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We marked the occasion by holding a practice picket during our lunch hour. Judging by all the honking cars and trucks, we think it's safe to say DC commuters are with us!
#faircontractNOW
@society4science.bsky.social for a fair contract. We marked the occasion by holding a practice picket during our lunch hour. Judging by all the honking cars and trucks, we think it's safe to say DC commuters are with us!
#faircontractNOW
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It's time to face the music. 538 days is far too long to wait for a fair contract, @society4science.bsky.social / @mayaajmera.bsky.social. #faircontractnow
October 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
It's time to face the music. 538 days is far too long to wait for a fair contract, @society4science.bsky.social / @mayaajmera.bsky.social. #faircontractnow
Reposted by Lillian Steenblik Hwang
Yesterday marked 533 days since @sn-media-guild.bsky.social began negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social.
To make our voices heard, we held another practice picket during our lunch hour. D.C. commuters responded loud and clear. #faircontractnow
To make our voices heard, we held another practice picket during our lunch hour. D.C. commuters responded loud and clear. #faircontractnow
October 10, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Yesterday marked 533 days since @sn-media-guild.bsky.social began negotiating with @society4science.bsky.social.
To make our voices heard, we held another practice picket during our lunch hour. D.C. commuters responded loud and clear. #faircontractnow
To make our voices heard, we held another practice picket during our lunch hour. D.C. commuters responded loud and clear. #faircontractnow
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Journalistic values — whether code of ethics-style values or news-style values — are nothing to be shy about and can make for great journalism. But some values can be distorted and drag journalism down a dead end, argues the latest #SEJournalWatchDog Opinion.
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The Dark Side of ‘Bothsidesism’
Journalistic values — whether code of ethics-style values like truth, context and fairness, or news-style values like impact, novelty and human interest — are nothing to be shy about and can make for ...
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October 3, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Journalistic values — whether code of ethics-style values or news-style values — are nothing to be shy about and can make for great journalism. But some values can be distorted and drag journalism down a dead end, argues the latest #SEJournalWatchDog Opinion.
www.sej.org/publications...
www.sej.org/publications...