Armagh Observatory New TSN Action Table 2002


Business Area:	Astronomy and Related Sciences

Social Need to be Tackled:	Access to scientific knowledge amongst socially disadvantaged groups

Desired Outcome:	Increased access to scientific knowledge, thereby promoting lifelong learning opportunities amongst socially disadvantaged groups


New TSN Objectives:	Targets or Actions and Time-Scales:

Objective 1
Improve opportunities among disadvantaged sections of the community to experience scientific research in a high-technology environment, by:	(a) facilitating an inclusive work experience programme aimed at improving the self-image and quality of life for an individual with disabilities (Year 1); (b) recording relevant information on participation on student programme placements with reference to New TSN (Year 1); and (c) taking measures to enhance applications for student programmes and placements from disadvantaged groups and areas (Year 2).
Objective 2
Reduce inequalities in knowledge of and access to science, by:	(a) analysing media coverage to assess whether news of Northern Ireland science is reaching as many people as possible (Year 1); and (b) disseminating research outputs in accessible forms to as wide an audience as possible (Year 1)
Objective 3
Improve access to the Northern Ireland scientific and cultural heritage, by:	(a) developing the web-site and promoting e-access to astronomical and meteorological information (Year 1); and (b) encouraging visits by people from socially disadvantaged areas or scientifically disadvantaged backgrounds (Year 1)