The Astro4Dev Full Moon Mashups Are Back!!! We are thrilled to announce the return of the Astro4Dev Full Moon Mashups! These are monthly meetings that aim to explore what could come from brainstorming across disciplines about development challenges. We recognize that different fields have different strengths, and if brought together, they could have a positive […]
Category Archives: astrotourism
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Jan
Jan
As the astrotourism and dark sky tourism sectors grow globally, there is a strong need to advocate for responsible tourism that both protects the environment and prioritises sustainability. Drawing from the unique contexts of night sky tourism and lessons learned from the broader tourism sector, DarkSky International has released a new set of guiding principles […]
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Dec
Dec
During the annual Science Forum South Africa (SFSA) 2024, the African Astronomical Society (AfAS) and the Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) co-hosted a side event titled “Astronomy for Sustainable Development: Charting the Future of Africa.” This event highlighted the critical role of astronomy in advancing sustainable development across the African continent. The programme featured […]
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Nov
Nov
The Office of Astronomy for Development participated in the Under One Sky global conference organised by Dark Sky international. With more than 1000 registered participants, the conference covered a wide range of topics from wildlife ecologists discussing the impact of light pollution on marine environments to tourism experts in the Middle East emphasizing the economic […]
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Oct
Oct
At the IAU-OAD we are exploring ways to use astronomy for sustainable socioeconomic development. Astrotourism, or tourism activities involving the night sky, have the potential to generate economic benefits in a way that both contribute to sustainable development and protect the natural resource of dark skies. Our Astrotourism flagship directly links astronomy and tourism, harnessing its potential […]