The IAU Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) is pleased to host our second online guided meditation session and warmly invite students, astronomy enthusiasts, scientists, and members of the public to a special virtual gathering during the upcoming Total Lunar Eclipse visible from Hawai’i. In collaboration with Starry Knights, this session will offer a guided […]
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By Dominic Vertue As 2025 came to a close, we had the opportunity to pause and reflect together under one of the most beautiful night sky events of the year. On 13 December, the IAU Office of Astronomy for Development, in collaboration with the IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach, and astronomer and mindfulness practitioner, Dr. […]
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source: Stellenbosch University As mental health challenges continue to escalate globally, the International Astronomical Union Office of Astronomy for Development (IAU OAD) is spearheading a groundbreaking initiative that leverages the cosmos. By partnering with public health researchers, the OAD is unveiling novel ways in which astronomy experiences can enhance emotional wellbeing, reduce stress, and foster […]
The OAD is delighted to officially welcome Dr. Charles Takalana in his role as our new Deputy Director, effective May 1, 2024. Prior to joining the OAD, Dr. Takalana served as the Head of Secretariat for the African Astronomical Society (AfAS). In this role, he supported the Executive Committee, as well as various committees and […]
On 13th February, a 1-hour virtual link-up based on astronomy took place between primary schools in Armenia, Ethiopia, Ireland, the Netherlands and Nigeria. The contact was a “try-out” organized by the International Astronomical Union European Regional Office of Astronomy for Development (E-ROAD) at Leiden University. The eventual goal of the programme is to bring together […]