Space for Humanity

SUBMISSIONS EXTENDED FOR TODAY ONLY!!! To give all you perfectionists the extra time to polish your submissions, we've extended the deadline to today. But don't delay. You have the chance to become an important voice in the conversation. To change lives for the next generation. To soar as high as your determination! Apply now: spaceforhumanity.org/takeoffinzerog #2Space4Earth #ZeroG #SpaceFlight #STEM #ScienceCommunication #SpaceExploration #FutureAstronaut #GlobalVoices #SpaceStorytelling #DiversityInSTEM #SpaceInspiration #OverviewEffect #SpaceCommunity #Changemakers

SUBMISSIONS CLOSE TOMORROW!!! One day left to send in your submission! Your story could be the one that lifts new perspectives into zero gravity and launches your own channel later this year. What are you waiting for? Deadline is July 15: spaceforhumanity.org/takeoffinzerog #2Space4Earth #ZeroG #SpaceFlight #STEM #ScienceCommunication #SpaceExploration #FutureAstronaut #GlobalVoices #SpaceStorytelling #DiversityInSTEM #SpaceInspiration #OverviewEffect #SpaceCommunity #Changemakers

A trailblazer has flown beyond our skies. Wally Funk, one of the Mercury 13 women who pushed boundaries in the 1960s, the first female FAA inspector, and the oldest woman to reach space at 82 aboard Blue Origin, passed away on July 8 at 87. Her story reminds us that determination turns dreams into reality, no matter how long the wait. From breaking aviation records to inspiring generations, Wally showed what it means to keep reaching for the stars. At Space for Humanity, we honor her legacy by advancing accessible spaceflight that benefits all of Earth. Her spirit lives on in every step we take toward a multiplanetary future. Fly high, Wally. #2Space4Earth #WallyFunk #SpaceForHumanity #WomenInSpace #AviationPioneer #Mercury13 #BlueOrigin #SpaceExploration #STEM #WomenInSTEM #Astronaut #Legacy #Inspiration #OverviewEffect #Spaceflight #BreakingBarriers

2 DAYS TO GO!! This is your final push to film those answers and step up as a space communicator who actually gets to float and train with amazing mentors. Your video doesn't have to be perfect. YOU don't have to be perfect. The world of STEM is a better place with your voice in it! Don't watch the clock run out. Entries close July 15 APPLY NOW: spaceforhumanity.org/takeoffinzerog #2Space4Earth #ZeroG #SpaceFlight #STEM #ScienceCommunication #SpaceExploration #FutureAstronaut #GlobalVoices #SpaceStorytelling #DiversityInSTEM #SpaceInspiration #OverviewEffect #SpaceCommunity #Changemakers

3 DAYS TO GO! Three days left before submissions close for your chance to have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with Space for Humanity's Take Off in Zero-G Program. Record your short video now and show us why your voice deserves this seat in weightlessness plus expert mentorship to launch your career in science and space communication. Deadline July 15. Submit today: spaceforhumanity.org/takeoffinzerog #2Space4Earth #ZeroG #SpaceFlight #STEM #ScienceCommunication #SpaceExploration #FutureAstronaut #GlobalVoices #SpaceStorytelling #DiversityInSTEM #SpaceInspiration #OverviewEffect #SpaceCommunity #Changemakers

Alma Ocampos Irala rose from Paraguay as the first in her family to pursue higher education, founding an NGO at 17 to teach math to women in prisons, training STEM students, conserving turtles, and now co-founding Lunion Innovations with an experiment heading to the ISS in 2026. Her path shows what resilience and lifting others looks like. Zero-G gave her a new view of Earth and deepened her drive to create opportunities for Indigenous students, survivors of gender-based violence, and people with disabilities. Hear her powerful reflection and advice for the next crew on how we all rise when we open doors for every voice. That’s right — you can be next with our Take Off in Zero-G campaign now open! This summer we are selecting passionate individuals 18+ from regions where space voices are often underrepresented for a seat on an Air Zero G flight from Bordeaux, France on August 26, 2026. Winners get hands-on mentorship from top science communicators, training to strengthen their storytelling, and support to develop and launch their own science-focused social media channels later this year. This is more than weightlessness. It's your chance to become a space communicator, share your unique perspective, and help tell the story of humanity's future among the stars with voices from every corner of the globe. No prior experience needed. Ready to join? Fill out the form and post a public video answering: 1. Why do you want to become a space communicator? 2. What unique perspective do you bring? 3. Why does space storytelling matter in your region? Tag Space for Humanity, use #TakeOffInZeroG, and keep it public. Deadline July 15. spaceforhumanity.org/takeoffinzerog Your voice belongs here. Apply now! #2Space4Earth 'Clear Skies' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. scottbuckley.com.au #ZeroG #SpaceFlight #STEM #ScienceCommunication #SpaceExploration #WomenInSTEM #FutureAstronaut #GlobalVoices #SpaceStorytelling #DiversityInSTEM #SpaceInspiration #OverviewEffect #SpaceCommunity #Changemakers

GET YOUR APPLICATIONS IN FOR YOUR CHANCE TO GO ZERO-G!!! We're one week out from the Take Off in Zero-G application deadline. Director of Programs Aisha Said explains this unique opportunity to experience zero gravity while building skills as a space communicator. Open to applicants 18+ from around the world, especially those bringing fresh perspectives. HURRY! Submit your short video by July 15. Full program info and entry form: spaceforhumanity.org/takeoffinzerog #2Space4Earth #ZeroG #SpaceFlight #STEM #ScienceCommunication #SpaceExploration #FutureAstronaut #GlobalVoices #SpaceStorytelling #DiversityInSTEM #SpaceInspiration #OverviewEffect #SpaceCommunity #Changemakers

Geraldinn Andrea Cortez Barahona grew up in Guatemala where space felt far out of reach — especially for women. Today she’s making it real as an agronomic engineer using microgravity research to build sustainable farming solutions that fight hunger and climate change. From her Bio-Coating project heading to the ISS in 2026 with team Luminys, to analyzing seeds from across Latin America after the Valquiria analog mission, she’s proving space work protects the planet we call home. Her zero-G flight sharpened that vision and sparked fresh ideas on blending STEAM, creativity, and science. Hear her reflection and advice for the next crew on turning dreams into action that lifts communities and our Earth. That’s right — you can be next with our Take Off in Zero-G campaign now open! This summer we are selecting passionate individuals 18+ from regions where space voices are often underrepresented for a seat on an Air Zero G flight from Bordeaux, France on August 26, 2026. Winners get hands-on mentorship from top science communicators, training to strengthen their storytelling, and support to develop and launch their own science-focused social media channels later this year. This is more than weightlessness. It's your chance to become a space communicator, share your unique perspective, and help tell the story of humanity's future among the stars with voices from every corner of the globe. No prior experience needed. Ready to join? Fill out the form and post a public video answering: 1. Why do you want to become a space communicator? 2. What unique perspective do you bring? 3. Why does space storytelling matter in your region? Tag Space for Humanity, use #TakeOffInZeroG, and keep it public. Deadline July 15. spaceforhumanity.org/takeoffinzerog Your voice belongs here. Apply now! #2Space4Earth 'Clear Skies' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. scottbuckley.com.au #ZeroG #SpaceFlight #STEM #ScienceCommunication #SpaceExploration #WomenInSTEM #FutureAstronaut #GlobalVoices #SpaceStorytelling #DiversityInSTEM #SpaceInspiration #OverviewEffect #SpaceCommunity #Changemakers

Roxy Williams, Afro-Indigenous Nicaraguan refugee turned software engineer, never saw many faces like hers charting paths to the stars. Today she’s living that reality — using tech to forecast hurricanes, protect biodiversity across Latin America, leading projects like DIVINAS, and inspiring the next generation through Cosmos for Humanity and the Space Generation Advisory Council. Her zero-G flight lit a new spark. Hear her reflection and powerful advice for the next crew on how one story, one role model, can ignite real change. That’s right — you can be next with our Take Off in Zero-G campaign now open! This summer we are selecting passionate individuals 18+ from regions where space voices are often underrepresented for a seat on an Air Zero G flight from Bordeaux, France on August 26, 2026. Winners get hands-on mentorship from top science communicators, training to strengthen their storytelling, and support to develop and launch their own science-focused social media channels later this year. This is more than weightlessness. It's your chance to become a space communicator, share your unique perspective, and help tell the story of humanity's future among the stars with voices from every corner of the globe. No prior experience needed. Ready to join? Fill out the form and post a public video answering: 1. Why do you want to become a space communicator? 2. What unique perspective do you bring? 3. Why does space storytelling matter in your region? Tag Space for Humanity, use #TakeOffInZeroG, and keep it public. Deadline July 15. spaceforhumanity.org/takeoffinzerog Your voice belongs here. Apply now! #2Space4Earth 'Clear Skies' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. scottbuckley.com.au #ZeroG #SpaceFlight #STEM #ScienceCommunication #SpaceExploration #WomenInSTEM #FutureAstronaut #GlobalVoices #SpaceStorytelling #DiversityInSTEM #SpaceInspiration #OverviewEffect #SpaceCommunity #Changemakers

Khuloud Shibani didn't grow up seeing herself in space stories. Today she's living them, training AI on science, and building bridges for underrepresented voices. Her zero-G reflection hits different.   Hear her advice for you, the next crew.   That’s right, you can be next with our “Take Off in Zero-G” campaign now open! This summer we are selecting passionate individuals 18+ from regions where space voices are often underrepresented for a seat on an Air Zero G flight from Bordeaux, France on August 26, 2026.   Winners get hands-on mentorship from top science communicators, training to strengthen their storytelling, and support to develop and launch their own science-focused social media channels later this year.   This is more than weightlessness. It's your chance to become a space communicator, share your unique perspective, and help tell the story of humanity's future among the stars with voices from every corner of the globe. No prior experience needed.   Ready to join? Fill out the form and post a public video answering: 1. Why do you want to become a space communicator? 2. What unique perspective do you bring? 3. Why does space storytelling matter in your region?   Tag Space for Humanity, use #TakeOffInZeroG, and keep it public. Deadline July 15. spaceforhumanity.org/takeoffinzerog Your voice belongs here. Apply now!   #2Space4Earth   'Clear Skies' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. scottbuckley.com.au  #ZeroG #SpaceFlight #STEM #ScienceCommunication #SpaceExploration #WomenInSTEM #FutureAstronaut #GlobalVoices #SpaceStorytelling #DiversityInSTEM #SpaceInspiration #OverviewEffect #SpaceCommunity #Changemakers

We're excited to announce Take Off in Zero-G! This summer, lucky Space for Humanity followers, age 18 or older, from regions where space voices are often underrepresented, will win a seat aboard an Air Zero G flight departing from Bordeaux, France, on August 26, 2026. Beyond the flight itself, winners will work with an incredible group of established science communication mentors, who will be revealed throughout the campaign. They will provide guidance, training, and support to help them become effective space and science communicators. Participants will also develop and launch their own science-focused social media channels later in the year, bringing their stories and perspectives to new audiences around the world. The story of humanity's future amongst the stars should be told by many voices, not just a few. By empowering communicators from regions where space and science voices are underrepresented, we hope to expand access to knowledge, spark curiosity, and help ensure that the next chapter of exploration includes perspectives from every corner of the globe. We're looking for passionate individuals who want to inspire others by sharing STEM, space, and their zero-G experience with their communities through social media. No prior experience in space or science communication is required. To enter, fill out our online submission spaceforhumanity.org/takeoffinzerog and create a public video answering three questions: 1) Why do you want to become a space communicator? 2) What unique perspective do you bring to space communication? 3) Why does space storytelling matter in your region? Include the hashtag #TakeOffInZeroG, tag Space For Humanity, and keep your submission public throughout the selection process. This is more than a chance to experience weightlessness — it's an opportunity to join a new generation of space communicators, share your perspective with the world, and help inspire humanity's future among the stars. #ZeroG #SpaceFlight #STEM #ScienceCommunication #SpaceExploration #FutureAstronaut #GlobalVoices #SpaceStorytelling #DiversityInSTEM #SpaceInspiration #OverviewEffect #SpaceCommunity #Changemakers

SETI Institute leader and Space for Humanity Board member Amaresh Kollipara breaks down why the Overview Effect matters more than ever right now. This perspective shift could change how we protect our planet. Watch the full conversation now: youtu.be/G9HY8fSEII8?si… #2Space4Earth

🚀 Humanity’s next bold leap is here! Today, NASA announced the Artemis III crew, the fearless team blazing the trail for our return to the Moon and beyond. Commander Randy Bresnik, Pilot Luca Parmitano of ESA, and Mission Specialists Frank Rubio and Andre Douglas will fly this pivotal 2027 mission aboard Orion atop the SLS rocket. Together, they will push the boundaries of human spaceflight, testing critical rendezvous and docking with commercial landers in Earth orbit. Every maneuver, every moment in space brings us closer to sustainable lunar presence and the stars that call us home. This mission is proof that when we unite our courage, ingenuity, and vision, nothing can hold humanity back from exploring the cosmos. At Space for Humanity, we stand inspired by these trailblazers who remind us that our greatest adventures still lie ahead for all of us, on Earth and in space. What part of this journey fires you up the most? Share in the comments! #2Space4Earth #ArtemisIII #NASA #SpaceExploration #MoonMission #Orion #SLS #CitizenAstronaut #OverviewEffect #SpaceForHumanity #FutureOfSpace #STEM #SpaceCommunity #HumanSpaceflight #ExploreTheMoon #SpaceInnovation #Astronauts #SpaceLeadership #EarthFromSpace #Interconnectedness #ToSpaceForEarth

Happy World Environment Day! 🌍 From orbit, we gain a powerful new view of our planet’s fragile beauty and the urgent threats it faces like rising seas, vanishing forests, and shifting climates. Space exploration equips us with advanced satellites that track deforestation in real time, monitor air quality across continents, and test sustainable technologies that directly improve life back home. What if protecting Earth meant reaching beyond it? How can space innovation help solve our biggest environmental challenges? Share your thoughts below. #2Space4Earth

4 YEARS AGO TODAY, OUR FIRST CITIZEN ASTRONAUT, KATYA ECHAZARRETA, CHANGED EVERYTHING Today, we remember the day, four years ago, when our First Citizen Astronaut, Katya Echazarreta, took to the sky and broke the boundaries of what's possible for so many. And it all started when we told her that her life was about to change on a Zoom call! Relive that moment with us, and congratulate a remarkable human on a 4-year legacy of earthbound change, all started by being told, "... you're going to space!" #2Space4Earth 'Hymn' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. scottbuckley.com.au @katvoltage @blueorigin @spacerach @universalinclusion #SpaceForHumanity #KatyaEchazarreta #CitizenAstronaut #WomenInSTEM #SpaceExploration #BlueOrigin #OverviewEffect #SpaceInspires #STEM #Spaceflight #FutureOfSpace #HumanityInSpace #SpaceCommunit

There's a reason astronauts come back from space forever changed 🌍 From the iconic Earthrise photo to the visionary worlds of Star Trek, seeing our planet from above has the power to transform how we think and what we build together. Today at the Hollywood Climate Summit, we're exploring exactly that. Antonio Peronace (Executive Director, Space for Humanity) joins Bill Wolkoff (Writer & Co-EP, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds), Melissa Navia (Actor, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds), Manju Bangalore (Astronaut-In-Training & Founder, Operation Period), and Garrett Reisman (Engineer & Former NASA Astronaut), as they dive into how science, storytelling, and fresh perspectives can spark real imagination and progress right here on Earth. The conversation is happening live on YouTube right now. Come be part of it. Watch here: youtube.com/live/rz0ytqRyC… @antonioperonace @hollywoodclimatesummit @mcnavia @billwearsties @astronautmanju #2Space4Earth #HollywoodClimateSummit #HCS2026 #StarTrek #OverviewEffect #ClimateStorytelling

🛫Fly With Me in Zero-G one year later🛬 Exactly one year ago, nine incredible people from six countries stepped aboard a specially modified Boeing 727 and experienced true weightlessness for the first time. This month, we’re catching up with our mentees to see how that flight changed their path. From new projects to fresh dreams, their stories show what happens when everyday humans get the chance to do something extraordinary. WATCH THE FULL VIDEO: spaceforhumanity.org/flywithmeinzer… Stay tuned for the updates. #2Space4Earth 'Stars In Her Skies' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. scottbuckley.com.au #FlyWithMeInZeroG #SpaceForHumanity #ZeroGravity #AstronautDreams #STEM

Two years ago today, Ed Dwight lifted off and touched the edge of space at 90 years old, proving dreams don't have an expiration date. Sponsored by Space for Humanity, his flight closed a 63-year chapter that began when he trained as America's first Black astronaut candidate. Now his story inspires a new generation to reach higher, create boldly, and see our shared home from a fresh view. What persistence looks like in motion. #2Space4Earth

OVERVIEW EFFECT OF THE WEEK: Lisbon Flight Gives OE Vibes! No Need for micro-gravity to achieve the Overview Effect on this Lisbon night flight! Truly stunning views and a reminder to bring the OE practice into our everyday lives. Stay in the loop with everything Overview in your inbox by signing up for our newsletter on our website: spaceforhumanity.org #OverviewEffect #LisbonFlight #OEvibes #stunningviews #everydaylife #S4H #CitizenAstronauts

🚀 May 5, 1961 – Freedom 7: America’s First Human in Space! 🚀🌍 65 years ago today, Alan Shepard climbed into his Mercury capsule atop a Redstone rocket. He became the first American to fly in space. A quick 15 minute suborbital hop. Thunderous launch. Then weightlessness. From 116 miles up, Shepard looked down and radioed back: “What a beautiful view!” Freedom 7 proved humans could survive and work in space. It cleared the path for longer missions, orbital flights, and the Moon. One short ride. Huge impact. That glimpse from above planted the seed for the Overview Effect. Seeing Earth as one small, borderless home. At Space for Humanity, we are sending citizen astronauts from every background into orbit. They return inspired to protect and unite our shared world. From Freedom 7 to the future. The journey continues. 🌍✨ Image Courtesy of @nasa #TodayInSpaceHistory #Freedom7 #AlanShepard #FirstAmericanInSpace #OverviewEffect #SpaceForHumanity #CitizenAstronaut #2Space4Earth