Category: Who we are | DarkSky International

Join the DarkSky board

Who we are

Meet the people that make up the 2021 International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) Board of Directors including President Diane Knutson.

December 2, 2025

A silhouetted person stands on a rocky bluff overlooking calm water at night, gazing up at a clear sky filled with stars. A soft turquoise glow from the northern lights spreads across the horizon, reflecting faintly on the water below.

Connect with a Delegate

Who we are

DarkSky Delegates are your local points of contact.

August 18, 2026

Partners

About

Our efforts are multiplied by the cooperation and support of organizational partners around the world, from institutions and media …

August 17, 2026

DarkSky Awards Committee

About

The DarkSky Awards Committee is made up of dedicated DarkSky Advocates and members who embody our mission and reflect …

December 22, 2025

Slideshow of DarkSky volunteers, staff, Advocates, and supporters.

Who we are

Who we are

The champions of the dark sky movement, Advocates and Delegates make up a global network of volunteers educating the …

September 9, 2023

Dark Sky Places Committee

About

The Dark Sky Places Committee advises the Board of Directors on the acceptance of International Dark Sky Place guidelines …

November 5, 2024

Committees

About

DarkSky‘s Board of Directors appoints advisory committees to fulfill certain roles and responsibilities of the organization.

April 7, 2026

Lighting Technical Committee

About

The DarkSky Technical Committee is made up of highly-skilled lighting specialists and environmental scientists, and provides guidance on policies …

January 15, 2026

Illustration of people surrounding a globe with map pins on it.

Become a DarkSky Advocate

Who we are

We’re the volunteers powering a global movement to protect dark skies!

August 18, 2026

Silhouettes of a large group of people standing along a ridge against a purple twilight sky, some holding cameras and tripods as they watch the horizon.

Find your local chapter

Who we are

There are DarkSky Chapters all over the world, with volunteers who can help you with regional lighting issues.

August 18, 2026

Board of Directors

About

Meet the people that make up the 2021 International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) Board of Directors including President Diane Knutson.

August 3, 2026

Staff

About

Ruskin champions equitable access to dark skies and quality lighting for all through DarkSky’s award-winning programs. He works closely …

August 13, 2026