This week at the Soil Science Society of America in San Antonio, Anna Paltseva presented 3 talks where she explored the public health and socioeconomic impacts of heavy metal contamination in Lafayette, Louisiana soils, discussed the development of urban soil health indicators for resilient ecosystems, and introduced The Urban Soil Guide as a community resource to advance soil science education. She also led a workshop empowering scientists with tools for digital visibility and engagement, emphasizing the importance of effective science communication.