Our latest Astro4Dev Full Moon Mashup brought together a vibrant group of people to explore an important question: How can astronomy contribute to global policy discussions, particularly in the context of the G20? Astronomy and the G20: Why It Matters Charles, Deputy Director of the IAU Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD), opened the session […]
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The IAU OAD has published its latest newsletter for the April to June 2025 period. Highlights in the newsletter: Nature Astronomy Publication Highlights Astronomy’s Impact to Society. Update on the 2025 OAD Annual Call for Proposals Updates on 2025 Projects Astro4Dev Full Moon Mashups OAD Project Receives Simons Foundation Grant Previous newsletters are on the […]
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In 2025, South Africa proudly assumes the Presidency of the G20 under the banner of ‘Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability’ – a call for global collaboration to tackle pressing economic, social, and environmental challenges. The G20 presents a powerful opportunity for the scientific community to engage with decision-makers on the role and impact of science in addressing […]
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OAD Showcases Mental Health and Global Collaborations at the 2025 European Astronomical Society (EAS) Meeting
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Members of the OAD team participated in the 2025 Annual European Astronomical Society (EAS) Meeting in Cork, Ireland. Dominic Vertue, Astronomy for Mental Health Fellow, delivered a talk offering astronomers practical tools to navigate common professional and academic pressures. His presentation formed part of a special session titled “Is Balancing Mental Health, Care, and Research […]
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The OAD is excited to welcome Azasiwe Mancwatela, who joined the team as in May 2025. Originally from Durban, Azasiwe brings a background in microeconomics research and data analysis, recently completing a Master of Commerce in Economics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Passionate about using data to tell meaningful stories, she has a […]
