The IAU OAD is pleased to announce the funding of five new astronomy-for-development projects by Development in Africa through Radio Astronomy (DARA). The projects will be run by the 2026 DARA student teams in Namibia, Botswana, Ghana, Mozambique, South Africa, and Kenya. Projects will address urgent challenges within communities such as youth unemployment, gaps in […]
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2026, Black Girls in Physics and Astronomy, North America
Canadian Project Fosters Science Identity and STEAM Engagement Amongst Black Girls
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May
May
The Black Girls in Physics and Astronomy (BGPA) project aims to foster early science identity and STEAM engagement among participants. The project has completed a number of activities for youth leaders and participants, inspiring curiosity and creating a sense of identity and belonging in science spaces. ———– February 25, 2026: First session hosted by the […]
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Apr
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The International Astronomical Union Office of Astronomy for Development (IAU OAD), which has invested more than 1.5 Million Euros in development projects led by astronomy, is pleased to announce its 2026 call for proposals. Seed funding will be provided to proposals with high potential for making a positive societal impact using astronomy. Astronomy is a […]
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Apr
Apr
This blog post was written by Dr. Facundo Rodríguez, project lead of the IAU OAD funded Right to Sky project in Argentina Originally published at https://diciembre.org/ciencia-y-memoria-ana-teresa-diego-el-cielo-tambien-recuerda/ The sky, its interpretation and what is said about it tells us a lot about the people who observe it. And, even from a scientific perspective, it changes depending […]
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Mar
Mar
The first half of March marked a period of active engagement for Dr Joyful Mdhluli, Flagship Coordinator at the OAD. Through a series of meetings, workshops, and institutional visits across South Africa, Dr Mdhluli contributed to conversations on astrotourism, astronomy for development, and strengthening partnerships between government, academia, and science institutions. These engagements reflect the […]