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1const e="color: #9326E0; text-decoration: underline; font-weight: 500;",t=[{id:10,slug:"volunteer-with-wswa",title:"Join the World Space Week Association Team: Volunteer with Us!",date:"Feb 28, 2025",category:"News",excerpt:"World Space Week Association (WSWA) is looking for passionate volunteers to help us share the excitement of space with the world in graphic design, social media, podcasting, and more.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1608178398319-48f814d0750c?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop",content:[{type:"paragraph",text:"Do you love space, media, and global outreach? World Space Week Association (WSWA) is looking for passionate volunteers to help us share the excitement of space with the world. If you're into graphic design, social media, coordinating teams, or podcasting, we'd love to hear from you!"},{type:"heading",text:"Why Join Us?"},{type:"list",items:["Make a Global Impact: World Space Week is celebrated in over 80 countries. Your work will reach a truly global audience.","Build New Skills: Gain hands-on experience in digital media, content creation, and communications.","Expand Your Network: Connect with space enthusiasts, industry professionals, and fellow volunteers."]},{type:"heading",text:"Open Volunteer Roles"},{type:"subheading",text:"Graphic Design Volunteer"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Are you creative and skilled in graphic design? Help us create eye-catching visuals for promotions, social media, and more!"},{type:"link_button",text:"Find out more",href:"https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMAEQ5qbMiD-64_0a3OzBPlXMkXZBp_jp7C7eENiJAKeteqw/viewform",external:!0},{type:"subheading",text:"Social Media Volunteer"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Love engaging with online communities? Amplify WSWA's impact by researching, creating and scheduling posts, interacting with followers."},{type:"link_button",text:"Find out more",href:"https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0nAW8ooDRPd_DMYMxAEZeFNVxGvMPmbXefwo7IwZ_XhMArw/viewform",external:!0},{type:"subheading",text:"National Coordinators Manager"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Enjoy organizing and communicating? Interested in international relations? Oversee interactions with our national coordinators, collect and edit reports, help with onboarding and update coordinator pages on our website."},{type:"link_button",text:"Find out more",href:"https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdd0ReqxSol6l6l6VpSxS8K33qna0gU1FXhthaLlgnr_oVk3w/viewform",external:!0},{type:"subheading",text:"Podcast Volunteer"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Passionate about storytelling? Join our team to help produce engaging podcast episodes by researching topics, editing audio, and promoting episodes through digital channels."},{type:"link_button",text:"Find out more",href:"https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeBlQc1zJEiAvZ1oxOqENluKh9Ok16wFd-5_MLMxCHPFJ_HsA/viewform",external:!0},{type:"subheading",text:"Media Volunteer"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Are you passionate about space exploration and skilled in capturing compelling visuals and stories? Join us to document the excitement of World Space Week while helping with our media partnerships."},{type:"link_button",text:"Find out more",href:"https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduMfvKxeM-v32E9qsE_y5YyUrPwobUR1UFt6iXR3ZbAV77Ug/viewform",external:!0},{type:"paragraph",text:"Applications are accepted on a rolling basis."},{type:"paragraph",text:"Let's make World Space Week 2025 unforgettable together—apply today!"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Questions? Email us at [email protected]"}]},{id:1,slug:"wswa-seeks-treasurer",title:"World Space Week Association Seeks Treasurer",date:"Mar 19, 2026",category:"News",excerpt:"Are you a finance professional with a passion for space? World Space Week Association (WSWA) is seeking a dedicated and strategic Treasurer to oversee and safeguard the financial operations of the largest space event on Earth.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1454165804606-c3d57bc86b40?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop",content:[{type:"paragraph",text:"Are you a finance professional with a passion for space? ✨ Do you have the expertise to manage the financial health of a global organization? World Space Week Association (WSWA) is seeking a dedicated and strategic Treasurer to oversee and safeguard the financial operations of the largest space event on Earth!"},{type:"heading",text:"About Us"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week is the largest space event on Earth, taking place every year from October 4-10 across more than 102 countries. Space agencies, companies, educators, and enthusiasts around the world inspire millions with the wonders of space during WSW."},{type:"heading",text:"What You'll Do"},{type:"paragraph",text:"As the Treasurer, you will be responsible for managing WSWA's financial operations. Your key responsibilities include:"},{type:"list",items:["Financial Oversight: Monitor and manage the financial performance of WSWA, ensuring all activities align with the organization's strategic goals.","Budget Management: Develop, manage, and oversee budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to support WSWA's global initiatives.","Reporting and Compliance: Prepare accurate financial reports for WSWA leadership and ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and policies.","Fundraising Support: Collaborate with the leadership to optimize revenue streams and ensure financial sustainability.","Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and execution of WSWA's long-term financial strategies."]},{type:"heading",text:"What We're Looking For"},{type:"list",items:["Proven experience in financial management, preferably within a non-profit or international organization","Strong analytical skills with attention to detail","Strategic thinker with the ability to align financial operations with organizational goals","Availability to commit approximately 10-1

15 hours per month","Passion for space is a plus"]},{type:"heading",text:"What's In It For You?"},{type:"list",items:["Global Impact: Play a key role in supporting the largest space event on Earth, influencing how space is celebrated worldwide.","Leadership Opportunity: Lead and manage the financial direction of a UN declared NGO.","Networking: Connect with global space industry professionals.","Growth and Contribution: Shape the financial health and sustainability of a high-impact organization within the space industry."]},{type:"heading",text:"How to Apply"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Send your resume, a cover letter outlining your financial leadership experience, and a recommendation letter to [email protected]."},{type:"paragraph",text:"Applications without the above requirements will not be considered."},{type:"paragraph",text:"Please note that this is a voluntary position."},{type:"paragraph",text:"Join us and contribute to the financial success of World Space Week!"}]},{id:2,slug:"maruska-strah-president-elect",title:"World Space Week Association Appoints MaruÅ¡ka Strah as President-Elect",date:"Mar 17, 2026",category:"News",excerpt:"World Space Week Association has appointed MaruÅ¡ka Strah as President-Elect. She will succeed long-standing President Dennis Stone at the conclusion of his current term.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1614314107768-6018061b5b72?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop",content:[{type:"subheading",text:"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — March 17, 2026"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week Association has appointed MaruÅ¡ka Strah as President-Elect. She will succeed long-standing President Dennis Stone at the conclusion of his current term, the association said."},{type:"paragraph",text:"The Association stated that Strah serves as Secretary at the Slovenian Space Office within the Ministry of the Economy, Tourism and Sport of the Republic of Slovenia, where she represents Slovenia in the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS), the EUSPA Administrative Board, and as Principal for the Artemis Accords. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Legal Studies at the University of Vienna, focusing on Space Traffic Management."},{type:"paragraph",text:"According to the Association, Strah previously served as Executive Director of the Association. In that role, she helped expand global participation in World Space Week, strengthened partnerships with governments, industry, and international organizations, and led efforts to professionalize the Association's operations. Her work included representing WSWA at the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (UN COPUOS) and overseeing new global outreach initiatives. In recognition of her contributions to the international space community as WSWA Executive Director, Strah was named a Young Space Leader by the International Astronautical Federation in 2022 and received the Space Law for Young Achievers Award from the International Institute of Space Law in 2023."},{type:"paragraph",text:'"MaruÅ¡ka has been instrumental to the development and global reach of World Space Week. Her dedication, experience, and vision make her exceptionally well placed to lead the Association into its next phase," said Stone.'},{type:"paragraph",text:'"I am honored to return to the World Space Week Association in this new role," said Strah. "Having previously served as Executive Director, I have seen firsthand the extraordinary global community that brings World Space Week to life each year. I look forward to working with our partners, volunteers, and supporters around the world to continue expanding this unique celebration of space and to inspire the next generation about the benefits of space science and technology."'},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week is held annually from October 4 to 10. Declared by the United Nations, it is the largest global celebration of space science and technology, with activities organized in countries around the world."},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week"},{type:"paragraph",text:"The largest space event on Earth, UN-declared World Space Week is celebrated October 4-10 each year. WSW impacts the public and inspires youth about space through a massive number of synchronized space activities to capture global attention. WSW events are organized by space agencies, aerospace companies, schools, planetariums, museums, astronomy and rocketry clubs, and individuals. Up to 50,000 events in 102 nations were reported during the most recent World Space Week. For more information, visit this website."},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week Association"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week Association (WSWA) is the global coordinator of World Space Week. This international non-governmental, non-profit organization is a permanent observer on the U.N. Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. It is supported by contributions from sponsors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, United Launch Alliance, General Dynamics Mission Systems, Viasat, L3Harris, Texas Instruments, Airbus, and Gaia Horizons. The volunteer-led Association was founded in 1982 and is one of the world's oldest space advocacy organizations."},{type:"subheading",text:"Media contact: Ilayda Edali — [email protected]"}]},{id:3,slug:"wsw-2025-record-50000-events",title:"World Space Week 2025 Set Record With 50,000 Events in 102 Countries",date:"Mar 2, 2026",category:"News",excerpt:"World Space Week 2025 recorded nearly 50,000 activities across 102 nations, marking the highest global participation in its history, World Space Week Association announced today.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1446776877081-d282a0f896e2?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop",content:[{type:"subheading",text:"For Immediate Release — March 2, 2026 — Houston, Texas"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week 2025 recorded nearly 50,000 activities across 102 nations, marking the highest global participation in its history, World Space Week Association announced today."},{type:"paragraph",text:'WSWA President Dennis Stone said the scale of participation demonstrates the growing relevance of space worldwide. "World Space Week continues to reflect how space has moved from a specialized sector to a global priority. Participation at this scale shows that educators, institutions, and governments recognize the importance of preparing the next generation for an expanding space ec

1onomy," he said.'},{type:"paragraph",text:"Several countries celebrated World Space Week on a massive scale. In Saudi Arabia, activities were held across the national school system by the Ministry of Education with additional events by the Saudi Space Agency. Across Pakistan, space agency SUPARCO organized thousands of events. In the United States, more than 250 schools participated in Arm & Hammer's Baking Soda Rocket Day as part of World Space Week, the Association said."},{type:"paragraph",text:'"When tens of thousands of activities take place at the same time, it creates a level of global attention that individual events cannot achieve alone," said Association Executive Director Alma Okpalefe. "That synchronization is what distinguishes World Space Week and gives event-holders leverage in reaching students and the public," she said.'},{type:"paragraph",text:'Robert Lightfoot, President of Lockheed Martin Space, served as Honorary Chair of World Space Week 2025. John Elbon of United Launch Alliance is Honorary Chair of World Space Week 2026 which will be held October 4–10 under the theme "Rocket Revolution."'},{type:"richParagraph",html:`The Association's <a href="/events/highlights" style="${e}">Annual Report</a> details and illustrates last October's record-setting celebration.`},{type:"richParagraph",html:`Organizations and individuals are invited to plan World Space Week 2026 events and add them to the <a href="/events/add" style="${e}">global calendar</a>.`},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week"},{type:"richParagraph",html:`The largest space event on Earth, UN-declared World Space Week is celebrated October 4-10 each year. WSW impacts the public and inspires youth about space through a massive number of synchronized space activities to capture global attention. WSW events are organized by space agencies, aerospace companies, schools, planetariums, museums, astronomy and rocketry clubs, and individuals. Up to 50,000 events in 102 nations were reported during the most recent World Space Week. For more information, visit <a href="/" style="${e}">this website</a>.`},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week Association"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week Association (WSWA) is the global coordinator of World Space Week. This international non-governmental, non-profit organization is a permanent observer on the U.N. Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. It is supported by contributions from sponsors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, United Launch Alliance, General Dynamics Mission Systems, Viasat, L3Harris, Texas Instruments, Airbus, and Gaia Horizons. The volunteer-led Association was founded in 1982 and is one of the world's oldest space advocacy organizations."},{type:"subheading",text:"Media contact: Ilayda Edali — [email protected]"}]},{id:4,slug:"call-for-wsw-2026-poster-concept",title:"Call for WSW 2026 Poster Concept",date:"Dec 4, 2025",category:"News",excerpt:`We're inviting creative thinkers and visual storytellers to help us shape the visual identity and poster of World Space Week 2026 under the theme "Rocket Revolution".`,image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1517976487492-5750f3195933?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop",content:[{type:"heading",text:'WSW 2026: "Rocket Revolution" – Share Your Concept!'},{type:"paragraph",text:`We're inviting creative thinkers and visual storytellers to help us shape the visual identity and poster of World Space Week 2026. This year's theme, "Rocket Revolution", is about how launching rockets is no longer reserved for a few countries or big agencies. New companies, universities, and even student teams are sending payloads to space, changing who can take part in space activities. We want your ideas to show this new era of accessible launch and the many different people and places now reaching for the sky.`},{type:"list",items:["Who can participate? Anyone passionate about visual storytelling, no formal artistic background is required.","What are we looking for? The concept, not the finished product. Share your idea, describe your vision, and tell us how it aligns with the theme.","What happens next? Concepts will be reviewed by the World Space Week Association Board of Directors. Selected concepts may inspire the final poster that will represent this year's global celebrations."]},{type:"paragraph",text:"This is your chance to contribute to the world's largest space event while showcasing your creativity to an international audience."},{type:"heading",text:"Submission Details"},{type:"list",items:["Submit your concept: Include a simple sketch, description, or mood board—whatever helps convey your idea.","Why it matters: Add a short explanation of how your idea ties into the theme.","Selected concept will be featured with full credit during World Space Week."]},{type:"paragraph",text:"Deadline: 15.01.2026"},{type:"link_button",text:"Click here to submit",href:"https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewQTYCkTYJtD8mc3_Soa7pqLk5m-Beai3kX3q7-BYklZJVBg/viewform",external:!0}]},{id:5,slug:"wsw-ends-big-announcement",title:"World Space Week Ends With a Big Announcement",date:"Oct 13, 2025",category:"News",excerpt:"Tory Bruno, President and CEO of United Launch Alliance, will be Honorary Chair of World Space Week 2026, it was announced today by World Space Week Association.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1541185933-ef5d8ed016c2?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop",content:[{type:"subheading",text:"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — October 13, 2025 — Houston"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Tory Bruno, President and CEO of United Launch Alliance, will be Honorary Chair of World Space Week 2026, it was announced today by World Space Week Association. Led by Bruno, ULA has served as the custodian of America's national security space missions, flying to the most challenging and exotic orbits the nation requires, while delivering the most accurate payload insertions in the world."},{type:"paragraph",text:"UN-declared World Space Week is celebrated annually each October 4-10 in 90 nations by schools, space agencies, aerospace companies, and planetaria, according to the Association."},{type:"paragraph",text:`"Tory is a most appropriate choice because next year's theme will be The Rocket Revolution," said Association President Dennis Stone. "World Space Week 2026 will spotlight the transformative and disruptive evolution of rockets, making access to space more frequent and affordable," Stone said.`},{type:"paragraph",text:`"It will be an honor to chair the largest space event on Earth," Bruno said, noting that last year's World Space Week had over 15,000 reported events. "Innovations in rocket technologies are occurring rapidly, making space applications more available to the world," he said.`},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week 2025 ended last Friday with a focus on 

1Living in Space. The Honorary Chair was Robert Lightfoot, President of Lockheed Martin Space."},{type:"paragraph",text:'Association Executive Director Alma Okpalefe added, "As new technologies, players, and approaches reshape how we access orbit and beyond, World Space Week next year will highlight launch as the driving force opening space to more nations, industries, and applications benefiting humanity than ever before."'},{type:"richParagraph",html:`"We invite the global space community to hold events, whether large or small, next October 4-10 about the Rocket Revolution and share them on the <a href="/events/add" style="${e}">global calendar</a> for all to see," she added.`},{type:"heading",text:"About ULA"},{type:"paragraph",text:"For two decades, ULA has served as the custodian of America's national security space mission. Our rockets fly to the most challenging and exotic orbits the nation requires, while delivering the most accurate payload insertions in the world. ULA continues to carry this unique capability forward with the new Vulcan rocket, the latest and most advanced vehicle of this type. For more information on ULA, visit www.ulalaunch.com."},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week"},{type:"richParagraph",html:`The largest space event on Earth, UN-declared World Space Week is celebrated from October 4-10 each year. Its goal is to show how space science and technology contribute to the improvement of human life. Over 15,000 events in 90 nations were reported during World Space Week last year. For more information, visit <a href="/" style="${e}">this website</a>.`},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week Association"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week Association (WSWA) is the global coordinator of World Space Week. This international non-governmental, non-profit organization serves as a permanent observer on the U.N. Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. It is supported by voluntary contributions from sponsors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, General Dynamics Mission Systems, Viasat, Eutelsat, Airbus, and Gaia Horizons. The volunteer-led Association was founded in 1982 and is one of the world's oldest space advocacy organizations."}]},{id:6,slug:"worlds-largest-space-event-returns",title:"World's Largest Space Event Returns October 4–10",date:"Oct 1, 2025",category:"Uncategorized",excerpt:"World Space Week launches on Saturday with thousands of events in 90 nations. This global space celebration, held October 4-10 annually, is focused this year on living in space.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1581833971358-2c8b550f87b3?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop",content:[{type:"subheading",text:"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Houston, Texas – October 1, 2025"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week launches on Saturday with thousands of events in 90 nations. This global space celebration, held October 4-10 annually, is focused this year on living in space."},{type:"paragraph",text:'"Ten people live in space today, but this number will grow," said World Space Week Association President Dennis Stone. "With new space stations and increasing benefits from research in microgravity, the population in orbit will keep rising, and eventually people will live and work on the Moon and Mars," he predicted.'},{type:"paragraph",text:'"World Space Week 2025 will help the public learn about why people go to space and encourage youth to prepare for exciting space opportunities ahead," Stone said.'},{type:"paragraph",text:"The United Nations declared World Space Week in 1999 and since then it has grown into the largest space event on Earth, according to the Association. Last year, over 15,000 events were reported in 90 nations. This year, the Honorary Chair of World Space Week 2025 is Robert Lightfoot, President of Lockheed Martin Space."},{type:"heading",text:"World Space Week Events Include:"},{type:"richList",items:[`<a href="https://www.spaceforabetterworld.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="${e}">Space Artwork Mosaic</a> returns to Piccadilly Lights in London, showcasing global artwork on the theme "Living in Space."`,"Living on the Moon Online Event brings NASA, Lockheed Martin, UN COPUOS, and partners together to explore lunar habitats.",`<a href="https://crayola-space-resources.squarespace.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="${e}">Crayola</a> is distributing space "thinking sheets" and videos.`,"Arizona State University will release the film Becoming Interplanetary.",`UAE's <a href="https://sharjah24.ae/en

1/Articles/2025/09/27/KMR11" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="${e}">SAASST</a> will host space-related shows and interactive exhibits, workshops on astrobiology and astronaut life, and lectures on interstellar travel.`]},{type:"paragraph",text:`"When the UN declared World Space Week in 1999, we hoped that many people would celebrate space," said Stone. "Today 90 nations celebrate in richly diverse ways. Teachers spark questions, engineers share their work, families step outside to view the night sky. It's truly a grass-roots celebration of space on a massive scale," he said.`},{type:"richParagraph",html:`The public can see what is planned for World Space Week on the <a href="/events" style="${e}">events page</a>.`},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week"},{type:"paragraph",text:"The largest space event on Earth, UN-declared World Space Week is celebrated from October 4-10 each year. Its goal is to show how space science and technology contribute to the improvement of human life. World Space Week features numerous space-related activities organized by space agencies, aerospace companies, schools, planetariums, museums, astronomy clubs, and individuals, synchronized to maximize public and educational impact."},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week Association"},{type:"richParagraph",html:"World Space Week Association (WSWA) is the global coordinator of World Space Week. This international non-governmental, non-profit organization serves as a permanent observer on the U.N. Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. It is supported by voluntary contributions from sponsors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, General Dynamics Mission Systems, Viasat, Eutelsat, Airbus, GEC Space City and Gaia Horizons. The Association was founded in 1982 and is one of the world's oldest space advocacy organizations."},{type:"subheading",text:"Media Contact: Ilayda Edali, WSWA Operations and Communications Manager — [email protected]"}]},{id:7,slug:"wsw-2025-poster-released",title:"World Space Week 2025 Poster Released: 'Living in Space'",date:"Aug 4, 2025",category:"News",excerpt:"World Space Week Association (WSWA) has released the official poster for World Space Week 2025, celebrated October 4–10 under the theme Living in Space.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1451187580459-43490279c0fa?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop",content:[{type:"subheading",text:"Houston, Texas – August 4, 2025"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week Association (WSWA) has released the official poster for World Space Week 2025, celebrated October 4–10 under the theme Living in Space."},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week, declared by the United Nations, is the largest space event on Earth, engaging thousands of organizations and millions of participants worldwide. In 2024, more than 15,000 events in 90 countries joined the celebration."},{type:"paragraph",text:`"The 2025 poster captures the wonder and challenges of life beyond Earth," said Alma Okpalefe, WSWA Executive Director. "It's a visual invitation for people everywhere to take part in this year's global conversation on humanity's future in space."`},{type:"paragraph",text:"The poster will be distributed to national coordinators, sponsors, and partners, and is available for digital download for event organizers worldwide."},{type:"richParagraph",html:`Download the poster here: <a href="/hold-event/poster" style="${e}">Poster resources</a>.`},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week"},{type:"paragraph",text:"The largest space event on Earth, UN-declared World Space Week is celebrated from October 4-10 each year. It is an international event dedicated to showcasing how space science and technology contribute to the improvement of human life. World Space Week features numerous space-related activities organized by space agencies, aerospace companies, schools, planetariums, museums, astronomy clubs, and individuals all synchronized to maximize public and educational impact."},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week Association"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week Association is the global coordinator of World Space Week. This international non-governmental, non-profit organization serves as a permanent observer on the U.N. Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. Supported by voluntary contributions from sponsors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, General Dynamics Mission Systems, Viasat, Eutelsat, Airbus, GEC Space City and Gaia Horizons. The Association was founded in 1982 and is one of the world's longest-standing space advocacy organizations."}]},{id:8,slug:"lightfoot-hosts-industry-roundtable",title:"Robert Lightfoot Hosts World Space Week Industry Roundtable",date:"Apr 17, 2025",category:"Uncategorized",excerpt:"Robert Lightfoot, Lockheed Martin Space President, held a roundtable event at Space Symposium to engage space industry leaders on World Space Week.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1500375592092-40eb2168fd21?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop",content:[{type:"subheading",text:"Colorado Springs, April 17, 2025"},{type:"caption",text:"L to R: Robert Lightfoot, President of Lockheed Martin Space; Debra Facktor, Head of Space, Airbus US; WSWA President Dennis Stone; General Dynamics Mission Systems VP/GM Chris Long;

1 WSWA Deputy Chair Candace Johnson; and WSWA Chair Stan Crow"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Robert Lightfoot, Lockheed Martin Space President, held a roundtable event at Space Symposium last week to engage space industry leaders on World Space Week."},{type:"paragraph",text:"Lightfoot, this year's World Space Week Honorary Chair, spoke about how Lockheed Martin supports this annual October 4-10 global space celebration and asked colleagues to join him."},{type:"paragraph",text:"After a short presentation by World Space Week Association (WSWA) President Dennis Stone, Lightfoot joined Stone and other leaders in presenting an award to Chris Long, Vice President and General Manager of General Dynamics Mission Systems."},{type:"paragraph",text:"Executives attending the event also represented Firefly, Airbus, Draper, EnduroSat, and Honeywell."},{type:"paragraph",text:'UN-declared World Space Week is the largest space event on Earth, according to WSWA. Over 15,000 events were reported that week last year in 90 nations. The theme for World Space Week 2025 is "Living in Space."'},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Declared by the United Nations, World Space Week is celebrated annually from October 4-10. It is the largest space event on Earth, showcasing the significant contributions of space science and technology to society. World Space Week brings together space agencies, aerospace companies, schools, museums, and astronomy clubs worldwide to educate and inspire people about the benefits and future of space exploration."},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week Association"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week Association is the global coordinator of World Space Week. An international non-government, non-profit organization, the Association is a permanent observer on the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. It is supported by voluntary contributions from sponsors, including Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, Eutelsat Group, Viasat, Airbus, Spire, Vast and Kuwait Investment Company. Founded in 1982, WSWA is one of the world's longest-running space advocacy organizations."}]},{id:9,slug:"wsw-2024-results-announced",title:"World Space Week 2024 Results Announced – Over 15,000 Events",date:"Mar 27, 2025",category:"News",excerpt:"World Space Week Association (WSWA) today announced that over 15,000 events took place in 90 countries during the UN-declared World Space Week, October 4-10.",image:"https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1516339901601-2e1b62dc0c45?w=1200&h=600&fit=crop",content:[{type:"subheading",text:"Houston, Texas – March 26, 2025"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week Association (WSWA) today announced that over 15,000 events took place in 90 countries during the UN-declared World Space Week, October 4-10, marking 2024 as another year of strong participation worldwide."},{type:"paragraph",text:'Peter Platzer, Executive Chair of Spire Global, served as the Honorary Chair for World Space Week 2024. The theme of World Space Week 2024, Space & Climate Change, focused on how space technology and research contribute to climate monitoring, environmental sustainability, and disaster management. Events worldwide highlighted space-based climate solutions and inspired young minds to pursue careers in both space and Earth sciences. "World Space Week 2024 spotlighted the immense contributions of space technology in understanding and mitigating climate change," said WSWA Executive Director, Alma Okpalefe. "Through global collaboration, we are demonstrating that space is an essential tool for protecting our home planet."'},{type:"paragraph",text:`Over 9,000 organizers hosted various events throughout the week, bringing together space agencies, companies, and educators to inspire global engagement with space. "This year's World Space Week demonstrated the power of space in addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time—climate change," said WSWA President, Dennis Stone. "The growing number of events shows how space plays a crucial role in monitoring and protecting our planet, and we commend the global space community for amplifying this message."`},{type:"paragraph",text:"Highlights of the week in the WSWA Annual Report include:"},{type:"list",items:["The UK Space Agency, NI SPACE, and DAERA marked WSW 2024 by launching a £360K competition to develop satellite-based solutions for monitoring blue-green algae in Lough Neagh. The project aims to advance water quality tracking using space technology.",'Cosmic Girls™ Foundation launched the global "6 Girls 6 Continents Competition" during World Space Week 2024. Six young women, aged 14-19, from around the world will be selected for astronaut training, with one winner earning a suborbital spaceflight.',"NASA Astronaut Steve Swanson joined MTU Blackrock Castle Observatory for a World Space Week tour across Ireland, starting on October 4. Traveling through Ireland, the tour brought space education to communities along the way."]},{type:"richParagraph",html:`The theme for World Space Week 2025 is Living in Space. Dr. Robert Lightfoot, President of Lockheed Martin Space serves as the Honorary Chair. "With this year's theme, Living in Space, we celebrate the future of human presence beyond Earth, from building lunar habitats to developing technologies that sustain life on Mars," Lightfoot said. "As we work toward that future, supporting initiatives like World Space Week is essential in 

1inspiring the next generation and strengthening global engagement in space." A full report on WSW 2024 can be found on the <a href="/about-wsw/Past-Theme-Reports-Posters/2" style="${e}">2024 highlights page</a>.`},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week"},{type:"paragraph",text:"Declared by the United Nations, World Space Week is celebrated annually from October 4-10. It is the largest space event on Earth, showcasing the significant contributions of space science and technology to society. World Space Week brings together space agencies, aerospace companies, schools, museums, and astronomy clubs worldwide to educate and inspire people about the benefits and future of space exploration."},{type:"heading",text:"About World Space Week Association"},{type:"paragraph",text:"World Space Week Association is the global coordinator of World Space Week. An international non-government, non-profit organization, the Association is a permanent observer on the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. It is supported by voluntary contributions from sponsors, including Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, Eutelsat Group, Viasat, Airbus, Spire, Vast and Kuwait Investment Company. Founded in 1982, WSWA is one of the world's longest-running space advocacy organizations."},{type:"subheading",text:"Media Contact:"},{type:"richParagraph",html:`Ilayda Edali,<br/><a href="mailto:[email protected]" style="${e}">[email protected]</a>`}]}];export{t as n};