Dr Charles Takalana and Dr Joyful Mdhluli from the OAD attended World Tourism Day 2024 celebrations in the town of Carnarvon, South Africa on 26-27 September 2024. World Tourism Day is celebrated annually on September 27 throughout the world as declared by the United Nations. The two day celebration consisted of four events: two events […]
Category Archives: 2024
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Sep
Sep
The IAU OAD has published its latest newsletter for the January to August 2024 period. Highlights in the newsletter: IAU General Assembly 2024 OAD welcomes new deputy director OAD community scoops all IAU ODE (Outreach, Development, Education) prizes Call for support by Brazilian OAD project affected by fire New astronomy-for-development projects funded in 2024 Previous […]
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Aug
Aug
The OAD team played a pivotal role in organizing the IAU-GA 2024, with our director and deputy director serving as chair and vice-chair of the national organizing committee, and other OAD team members also making significant contributions. Their expertise and dedication were instrumental in ensuring the successful execution of this landmark event. In addition to […]
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Jun
Jun
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 […]
2024, Cenca Bridge, Pan-African School for Emerging Astronomers 2024
IAU Astronomy Outreach, Development and Education (ODE) Prizes
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Jun
Jun
IAU Press Release The IAU Astronomy Outreach, Development and Education (ODE) Prizes have been created with generous funding from IAU Past President Ewine van Dishoeck. The three awards recognise individuals and organisations who have made outstanding contributions to the fields of astronomy outreach, development and education. The OAD is pleased to share that the 2024 prize winners are […]
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