The Astronomy for Equity Mission
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In marginalized and isolated communities, astronomy can be the first step on a journey of exploration. First experiences that can change the directions of young lives.
Daily Space: Bringing Telescopes to Students in Libya
This month Astronomy for Equity founder Mike Simmons was interviewed by The Daily Space on CosmoQuest about A4E's current crowdfunding campaign to send telescopes to Libyan astronomy students!
Astronomy Gives Students Hope
In times of conflict and confusion, many people feel lost - especially children. They lose sight of what they are working towards and instead focus on fear and uncertainty. Having something to dream about can bring intrigue and joy to suffering humans. Especially if that thing is astronomy.
Personal Stories from Libyan Students Reveal Dreams for Space Education
" It was a remarkable experience for me to be able to meet an astronaut for the first time, even if it was a Zoom meeting, but it felt like one of my dreams had come true..."
Inspiration Strikes When You Least Expect It
Learning you’ve inspired others can be a great surprise, and delight. Public outreach practitioners or organizers rarely get to hear stories of their successes. Their work is largely a leap of faith...
Please Help Students in Libya Learn Astronomy
Please help Astronomy for Equity introduce STEM to marginalized communities. Astronomy's natural laboratory is overhead and accessible to everyone. Curiosity and talent are limitless. You can provide the spark. Donate today!
Space and STEM Camps for IDP in Nigeria
Astronomy for Equity partners with groups across the world to build STEM in underserved communities. Here is a recent report from Nigeria, where volunteers are spreading astronomy in African refugee camps...
NASA Astronaut Nicole Stott and Astronomy Clubs in Africa (Libya)
Former NASA Astronaut Nicole Stott explains that the only border that matters is the bright blue border of Earth's atmosphere...
Astronomy for Persons with Blindness and Vision Impairment
Even though there are many resources for persons with blindness and vision impairment (B/VI), many people don’t know that help is available.