Communicating Astronomy with the Public 2005
Ian Robson, Lars Lindberg Christensen (eds.)
Pages
14-15
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Progress of the Washington Charter
Abstract:
The Washington Charter for Communicating Astronomy with the Public, usually referred to as the 'Washington Charter', has its origins in the 'Communicating Astronomy to the Public' conference held at the US National Academy of Sciences in Washington, DC, in early October 2003. The Charter outlines Principles of Action for individuals and organizations that conduct astronomical research and that "have a compelling obligation to communicate their results and efforts with the public for the benefit of all.