Access to astronomy, including its concepts, discoveries,   

             ability to amaze, and potential for understanding        

               the natural world, is a human right 

On October 8, 2016 the first version of the Workshop on Astronomy Beyond the Common Senses for Accessibility and Inclusion was held in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. It represented an international effort aligned to the objectives of the IAU Division C  Commission C1  WG 3, with a program highlighting initiatives from many places around the world. Click here the to have a look at the program of the first Workshop, and enjoy the Photot Gallery1 and Gallery2

In 2021, the second version of the workshop was held virtually and, for the first time, Proceedings of the workshop were published at Revista Mexicana de Astronomía y Astrofísica – Serie de Conferencias. 
 

This year, the III Workshop on Astronomy Beyond the Common Senses for Accessibility and Inclusion will be held in Montevideo, Uruguay, (November 29-30),  as part of the XVII Latin American Regional IAU Meeting. 

This is an interdisciplinary meeting with participation from astronomers, educators and disability specialists. The third version of the workshop provides a new opportunity to develop strategies, work toward specific objectives,  share experiences, discuss recent applications, and participate in initiatives that were developed for audiences with disabilities.

TOPICS 

Inclusion

Diversity

Equity

Art and Astronomy

KEY SPEAKERS

Shirin Haque: Professor of Astronomy at the University of the West Indies in Trinidad. Her areas of research include observational astronomy, cosmology and astrobiology. She is a fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society. She has an MPhil in Psychology also.

She is the recipient of several awards and is the 2020 laureate of the Anthony N. Sabga Caribbean Award for Excellence in Science and Technology. 

She is co-founder of Caribbean Astronomy for Inclusion (CAI) group.

Carlos Morales Socorro: As a Mathematics professor in the Canarian Public Education system since 2000, he declares himself an eternal multidisciplinary learner, deeply passionate about Astronomy, Open Source Software, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence. He is the creator of projects such as EVAGD, «Abriendo la Escuela», as well as the STEAM initiatives, Asteroid Hunters in The Canary Islands, and Characterization of Variable Stars.

Viviana Linale Mendía: CERESO (Centro de Recursos para Sordos), 

Effective Teacher at DGES and DGETP. Coordinator of CERESO, the Educational Resource Center for Deaf Students at the CES. Teacher and content creator at EdyTic. Uruguay Educa, Uruguayan Educational Portal. Member of Ritie, the International Network of Inclusive Technologies. Teacher in charge of the «Diploma in Inclusive Education.” National and international lecturer in the field of Inclusive Education. Member of the training team of trainers at Creática Foundation Free, «Diploma in ICT and Disability,» held at the Technological University of Panama, National University of Cordoba, Mexico, CETYS University, Campus Ensenada, University Campus Ecuador, and Catholic University of Uruguay. (Teacher – Tutor – Content Creator) from 2009 to 2019.

María Eugenia Rodino: CERESO (Centro de Recursos para Sordos), 

Research Professor at the University of the Republic (UDELAR) Institution: TUILSU-FHCE Coordinator of the Resource Center for Deaf Students at the Secondary Education Directorate Institution: General Directorate of Secondary Education. Classroom Interpreter. Member of the Cultural Accessibility Project, formed by the Accessibility and Inclusion Secretariat of the Intendancy of Montevideo and the HTV3 production company.

 CeRTI Ceibal: Centro de Referencia en Tecnología para la Inclusión, 

Uruguay

LANGUAGE

Invited talks will be delivered in Spanish, Portuguese or English

Contributed talks can be presented in Spanish, Portuguese or English  

Slides are recommended to be in English.

The contributions for the proceedings must be in English.

PLATFORM

There will be also live streaming on Youtube open for general access.

PROCEEDINGS

Contributions (invited/oral/poster) will be part of the Conference Proceedings that will be published in the Revista Mexicana de Astronomía y Astrofísica – Conference Series.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Our conference is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender, identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion or lack thereof), or technology choices. We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for any conference venue, including talks, workshops, parties, Twitter and other online media.  All attendees, speakers, sponsors and volunteers at our conference are required to agree with the IAU Code of Conduct  in line with the IAU’s mission to promote and safeguard astronomy worldwide.

SPRINGBOARD TO ACTION

Participant are encourage to read the IAU recommendations for improving and promoting equity, inclusion and diversity

IMPORTANT DATES 

First announcement: June 30, 2023

Second announcement: August 30, 2023

Abstract submission deadline (contributed talk): November 1, 2023

Abstract submission deadline (poster): November 13, 2023

Definitive Workshop Agenda: November 10, 2023

Workshop: November 29-30, 2023

Proceedings deadline: January 15, 2024

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SOC

• Beatriz García – Universidad Tecnológica Nacional, Laboratorio Pierre Auger (Argentina) 

• Santiago Vargas Domínguez  – Universidad Nacional de Colombia  (Colombia)

• Angela Pérez  – Parque Explora (Colombia) 

• Breezy Ocaña Flaquer  – San Diego State University (EEUU) 

• Johanna Casado  –  Universidad de Mendoza (Argentina) 

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• Oscar Méndez – Planetario de Montevideo (Uruguay)  

• Juan José Downes – Departamento de Astronomía, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad de la República (Uruguay)     

• Juan Pablo Moreira –  (Uruguay) 

• Daniel Gastelu  – (Uruguay) 

* Bear in mind that times are in local time. Convert to your local time here

Keynote Speakers: 

Shirin Haque: Professor of Astronomy at the University of the West Indies in Trinidad. Her areas of research include observational astronomy, cosmology and astrobiology. She is a fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society. She has an MPhil in Psychology also.

She is the recipient of several awards and is the 2020 laureate of the Anthony N. Sabga Caribbean Award for Excellence in Science and Technology. 

She is co-founder of Caribbean Astronomy for Inclusion (CAI) group.

Carlos Morales Socorro: As a Mathematics professor in the Canarian Public Education system since 2000, he declares himself an eternal multidisciplinary learner, deeply passionate about Astronomy, Open Source Software, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence. He is the creator of projects such as EVAGD, «Abriendo la Escuela», as well as the STEAM initiatives, Asteroid Hunters in The Canary Islands, and Characterization of Variable Stars.

Viviana Linale Mendía: CERESO (Centro de Recursos para Sordos), 

Effective Teacher at DGES and DGETP. Coordinator of CERESO, the Educational Resource Center for Deaf Students at the CES. Teacher and content creator at EdyTic. Uruguay Educa, Uruguayan Educational Portal. Member of Ritie, the International Network of Inclusive Technologies. Teacher in charge of the «Diploma in Inclusive Education.” National and international lecturer in the field of Inclusive Education. Member of the training team of trainers at Creática Foundation Free, «Diploma in ICT and Disability,» held at the Technological University of Panama, National University of Cordoba, Mexico, CETYS University, Campus Ensenada, University Campus Ecuador, and Catholic University of Uruguay. (Teacher – Tutor – Content Creator) from 2009 to 2019.

María Eugenia Rodino: CERESO (Centro de Recursos para Sordos), 

Research Professor at the University of the Republic (UDELAR) Institution: TUILSU-FHCE Coordinator of the Resource Center for Deaf Students at the Secondary Education Directorate Institution: General Directorate of Secondary Education. Classroom Interpreter. Member of the Cultural Accessibility Project, formed by the Accessibility and Inclusion Secretariat of the Intendancy of Montevideo and the HTV3 production company.

CeRTI Ceibal: Centro de Referencia en Tecnología para la Inclusión, Uruguay

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REGISTRATION

The registration (free) is now open. Please complete this form to register, either if you are planning to submit a contribution o  just want to participate. 

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION

We encourage you to submit your abstracts (only POSTER contributions available at the moment), presenting your innovative research, groundbreaking findings, and insightful perspectives. We welcome abstract submissions for both virtual and in-person presentations. 

The Workshop provides a unique platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and intellectual growth. By sharing your work you will have the opportunity to receive constructive feedback, engage in stimulating discussions, and form meaningful connections with peers who share your passion for advancing knowledge. 

We eagerly await your abstract submissions (only POSTERS), which can be made online through this submission form

Once the review process is complete, the conference organizers will send notifications to authors regarding the status of their abstracts. If your abstract is accepted.

                    CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS
                        NOW PUBLISHED HERE !!! 

MAST Resources for Astronomical Data Accessibility
Jennifer Kotler

Actuador háptico aplicado a despliegues multisensoriales
Federico Gabriel Benegas, Johana Casado, Beatriz García

Behind the comets
Guillermo Valentín Seguí Madera, Juan Martín Blanco, Eleonora Cassanello, Candelaria Cruz, Adrián González, Eugenia

Light pollution in the city of Maldonado
Luis Emilio Viera, Facundo García, Priscila Soto,  Agustín Nuñez and Abril Correa.

TICs en el aula: cubo merge y redes sociales
Gisel Acosta

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