Women and Girls in Astronomy
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Claiming our space
Women and Girls in Astronomy is a global event organised by the IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach that seeks to go beyond celebration and create welcoming, intentional spaces, both online and in person, where women and girls can actively take part in astronomy.
Through hands-on activities and meaningful engagement, we aim to provide practical pathways into the scientific community while highlighting the essential role their ideas, questions, and perspectives play in advancing the field.
This initiative invites women and girls to confidently claim their place in astronomy, recognising that their contributions matter, not only scientifically, but also culturally and socially.
The Women of Astrobiology
Women of Astrobiology is the theme for our 2026 scientific webinar series, which is dedicated to highlighting the work of women in one of the most interdisciplinary and rapidly evolving fields in science. Astrobiology brings together astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, engineering, philosophy, and education to explore fundamental questions about life: how it begins, where it can exist, and what it means for humanity.
Through this series, we showcase how women are leading research on planetary environments, the origins of life, and the search for biosignatures beyond Earth, while also expanding the scientific, cultural, and ethical dimensions of astrobiology. Their work is shaping how we understand life on Earth and the possibilities of life elsewhere in the universe.
How to participate?
- Plan a special event under this theme during International Day of Women and Girls in Science (11 February) and International Womens Day's (8 March) or any time throughout the year.
- Download or use the graphics template to create your own visuals and posters. HERE
- Register your event in our events calendar.
- Promote your event using the hashtags:
#WomenAndGirlsInAstronomy and #MujeresyNiñasEnlaAstronomia!
Share your event with the world
We encourage you to share your events and participate in Women and Girls in Astronomy!
By submitting your event, you consent to participate in the OAO initiatives. Verified submissions will be added to the Women and Girls in Astronomy homepage calendar.
If your event is open to the public, please leave enough information for people to get involved - both in person and online!
Moreover, we aim to promote every event on social media. If pictures are available, you can share your initiative with over 15,000 people on social media using the hashtags: #WomenAndGirlsInAstronomy and #MujeresyNiñasEnlaAstronomia
The submissions must be written in English. If you cannot translate the information for your event, please use an online translator like Google Translate or DeepL.
Please note that we may copy-edit some content if needed.
Main activities and events Women and girls in astronomy
Women of Astrobiology Webinar
Astronomy for everyone
OAO Astronomy Engagement Events
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All events must respect the general guidelines of the IAU Global Project and Themes, which promote the key role of astronomy for the betterment of science and society through collaboration and with a spirit of respect, tolerance, and peace.
If you need to change your events already on the calendar, please email the IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach Team via public@...Click to show with the subject line “Women and Girls in Astronomy Calendar 2026 - Update”.If you cannot submit through this form, please email the IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach team via public@...Click to show with the subject line “Women and Girls in Astronomy Calendar 2026 - Update”.