 The NPA continues to work with the leadership of federal funding agencies, such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF), to develop new programs and policies for postdoctoral training, compensation, and benefits.The NPA values its partners in advocacy, including prominent national associations and organizations that represent the scientific, research, and higher education communities.The NPA hosts annual and regional meetings to provide opportunities for the postdoctoral community to gather and share best practices.