The Astronomy in Chile Educator Ambassadors Program is a collaborative project of Associated Universities, Inc., the National Radio Astronomy Observatory, National Optical Astronomy Observatory, and Gemini Observatory. It is supported by the National Science Foundation.

This program, which is beginning its inaugural year, will bring amateur astronomers, planetarium personnel, and astronomy educators of all levels to several of the U.S.-funded astronomy facilities in Chile. While there, this first class of ambassadors will receive in-depth science instruction and behind-the-scenes tours of some of the world’s most advanced astronomy observatories. In addition, participants will practice essential communication skills to help share these exciting experiences with others.

To be eligible for this program, applicants must be U.S. citizens. They also must be either amateur astronomers, kindergarten through college (formal and informal) educators who teach astronomy as part of their curriculum or program, or planetarium educators.

A total of nine ambassadors will be selected each year from across the United States and its territories. Throughout late winter and early spring, ambassadors will attend a series of virtual meetings and online training sessions to prepare them for the expedition.

See more in the National Radio Astronomy Observatory News [2]

To learn more about the program and to apply, go to: https://public.nrao.edu/look-deeper/aceap/about-aceap [3]