Description
This training session was jointly organized by the United Nations (UN) Inter-Agency Meeting on Outer Space Activities (UN-Space) and the Committee on Earth Observation Satellites Working Group on Capacity Development (CEOS WGCapD), with support provided by the Capacity Development and Operational Training Service (CDOTS) of the Department of Operational Support.
It aimed to empower UN entities with the latest tools and knowledge in the realm of Earth observation and satellite data utilization in support of their agendas. The training featured sessions led by the NASA Applied Remote Sensing Training Program (ARSET) and Earth Science Data Systems (ESDS) program highlighting Earth observations and satellite data analysis and provided a hands-on experience.
Date
Oct. 28, 2024
Location
United Nations (NYC)
Instructors
- Katie Baynes (Earth Science Data Systems Program)
- Sean McCartney (ARSET)
- Amita Mehta (ARSET)
- Erika Podest (ARSET)
- Hannah Townley (Earth Science Data Systems Program)
Objective
By the end of this training attendees will be able to:
- Recognize how remote sensing observations can inform decision making
- Identify how to locate applicable NASA datasets and tools that support decision-making and policy
- Apply workflows to access and visualize NASA datasets
Audience
This training is specifically designed for representatives and professionals from UN entities who are interested in enhancing their capacity to utilize Earth observation data in their respective fields of work.
Participants will gain insights into the application of satellite data and tools, enhancing their ability to contribute to UN objectives more effectively.
Learners need not be space or data experts - the benefits of space are for everyone and all UN personnel from all UN entities, regardless of contract status, are welcome. This training may also be used as a learning and development opportunity for a future role.
Course Format
One, 6-hour in-person training