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Writing About Activism in Astronomy | Dr Jörg Matthias Determann | Cohort 5

In webinar three of Scientia’s Science Writing Internship Cohort Five, we explore how astronomy, activism, and storytelling intersect in powerful ways. Our guest speaker, Dr. Jörg Matthias Determann—Professor of Liberal Arts and History at VCU Qatar and a longtime collaborator with Scientia—shares insights on writing about inclusion, equity, and activism in astronomy. Drawing on history, contemporary case studies, and science fiction, Dr. Determann demonstrates how science writers can connect the vast universe to deeply human stories. From activist scientists and international collaboration to amateur astronomy and planetary identity, this session highlights how astronomy has been shaped by struggles for access, representation, and justice. He also offers practical advice on finding activist stories, navigating “flash points” in science, and writing about activism with journalistic balance. This webinar is essential viewing for aspiring science writers interested in telling meaningful, inclusive stories that bridge science, society, and the human experience. #sciencewriting #astronomy #activisminscience #inclusivity #sciencejournalism #scicomm #sciencefiction #globalscience