The very ambitious goal that the Italian National Institute of Astrophysics (INAF) pursues is to make astronomy as much “barrier-free” as possible, within the framework of Universal Design. We promote the use of Astrophysics and Space Sciences to encourage and support the individual's self-determination and self-expression, regardless of individual abilities, gender, social status, and cultural background. The INAF working group UNIVERS@LL, for inclusion in education and outreach, supports and coordinates projects of public engagement aimed at fostering equity of access to scientific and technological culture. Moreover, with our work, we aim to foster awareness about diversity and equity even within our academic reference context. We will present here the work some members of the group have been doing for the “Time Machines” temporary exhibition, focusing on cutting-edge astronomical research, running from November 2023 to March 2024 at the “Palazzo delle Esposizioni” (Palaexpo) in Rome.
Varano, S., Badia, C., Boccato, C., Bonito, R., Casu, S., Di Giacomo, F., et al. (2024). UNIVERS@LL: INAF FOR EQUITY IN PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT. Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico [10.22201/ia.14052059p.2024.57.11].
UNIVERS@LL: INAF FOR EQUITY IN PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
Toniolo R.;
2024
Abstract
The very ambitious goal that the Italian National Institute of Astrophysics (INAF) pursues is to make astronomy as much “barrier-free” as possible, within the framework of Universal Design. We promote the use of Astrophysics and Space Sciences to encourage and support the individual's self-determination and self-expression, regardless of individual abilities, gender, social status, and cultural background. The INAF working group UNIVERS@LL, for inclusion in education and outreach, supports and coordinates projects of public engagement aimed at fostering equity of access to scientific and technological culture. Moreover, with our work, we aim to foster awareness about diversity and equity even within our academic reference context. We will present here the work some members of the group have been doing for the “Time Machines” temporary exhibition, focusing on cutting-edge astronomical research, running from November 2023 to March 2024 at the “Palazzo delle Esposizioni” (Palaexpo) in Rome.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
