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International Human Rights Day 2025
This year’s theme celebrates our shared humanity and the power of collective action to guide us through today’s most urgent challenges: safeguarding democracy, advancing immigrant justice, ensuring dignity, safety, and freedom for all.
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New Fellowship Supports Scientists Accelerating Progress in Astronomical Instrumentation
January 13, 2026
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Astronomical Innovation (Astronova) Fellowship
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Human Rights as Our Common Compass: Celebrating International Human Rights Day 2025
December 18, 2025
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[Press Release] Heising-Simons Foundation Hosts Global Leaders at Annual International Human Rights Day Convening
December 11, 2025
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Inspiring Joy and Curiosity in Early Math Learning
November 14, 2025
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A Love Letter to Early Childhood Educators: Q&A with MAKE A CIRCLE Documentary Filmmakers
October 29, 2025
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Groundbreaking Research Collaboration Will Reveal Science of Fog Dynamics and Interactions
October 14, 2025
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Heising-Simons Foundation Appoints Brian Eule as President and Chief Executive Officer
September 17, 2025
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