Irish Federation of Astronomical Societies

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Irish Federation of Astronomical Societies
AbbreviationIFAS
Formation1999
PurposePromote interests and development of amateur astronomical societies
Location
  • Ireland
Membership
Amateur astronomical societies in the island of Ireland
Website https://www.irishastronomy.org/

The Irish Federation of Astronomical Societies (IFAS) is an umbrella group comprising most of the National and Regional Astronomical Societies on the Island of Ireland.

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History

IFAS was formed in October 1999 to provide an umbrella organisation for mutual benefit and co-operation for almost all Irish astronomical clubs and societies on the Island of Ireland, north and south.

Since its inception it has formed an on-line community for astronomers though its website.

Currently (July 2014) there are over 2,200 registered users from around the world taking part in over 12,000 different topics of astronomical interest. A monthly, sponsored astrophotography competition allows for people to pursue an added interest and better their skills, and perhaps win a prize.

Structure

The federation council is made up of 2 members from each club/society, regardless of the size of the society. Out of the council, a Chairman, vice Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer are elected annually.

The IFAS Constitution details the running of IFAS. [1]

Events

IFAS holds its Annual General Meeting September and October each year. [1]

Member clubs

According to the IFAS constitution, membership is open to any astronomical clubs or societies on the island of Ireland "which are governed by a democratically elected council or committee". [1]

The current members are:

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References

  1. 1 2 3 Mossley, Terry (31 October 1999). "IFAS Constitution". Irish Federation of Astronomical Societies Website. Retrieved 7 September 2020.