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Astronomy is an involving, inspirational activity with the capacity to
attract people, especially the young, towards science, engineering and
information technology. The Armagh Observatory seeks to develop this
interest by disseminating the results of its scientific research through a
programme of public outreach and public understanding of science (PUS).
The principal elements of this policy include:
- attracting visitors to Armagh, primarily to the Armagh
Astropark;
- providing talks and presentations to interested groups and
organizations which together represent individuals of all ages and
backgrounds;
- partnership with groups and institutions having similar aims and
objectives, for example the Astronomical Science Group of Ireland and
amateur astronomy organizations;
- disseminating astronomical results to the press, radio and
television;
- maintaining a web-site to facilitate access to the
latest research findings on astronomy and related sciences;
- providing advice and assistance to amateur astronomy organizations
with similar public education objectives (e.g. the Irish Astronomical
Association).
The Armagh Observatory is fully committed to implement the New TSN
Policy. The Observatory encourages a culture in which resources in
appropriate areas of its activities and interactions with the public are
targeted so far as possible on individuals, groups, agencies or
geographical areas, that have greatest social need. In this way, the
Observatory contributes directly to the Northern Ireland Executive's TSN
Policy and Programme for Government, especially in providing enhanced
access and choice for those in education, and lifelong learning
opportunities for the general public.
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