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This Week in Space (Video)World Space Week - A UN-Established Global Celebration of Space
World Space Week is a global celebration of all things space, bringing together thousands of participants from all over the planet to celebrate our future in space. Chartered by the United Nations in 1999, this year's theme is "Living in Space." The many associated events from across the world are a reminder to all of the importance of space in our lives and our future, and a clarion call to international youth of the value of their future involvement. We spoke with the WSW Association's executive director, Alma Okpalefe, who explained their origins, activities, and plans for the future. It's...
2025-10-1158 minThis Week in Space (Audio)World Space Week - A UN-Established Global Celebration of Space
World Space Week is a global celebration of all things space, bringing together thousands of participants from all over the planet to celebrate our future in space. Chartered by the United Nations in 1999, this year's theme is "Living in Space." The many associated events from across the world are a reminder to all of the importance of space in our lives and our future, and a clarion call to international youth of the value of their future involvement. We spoke with the WSW Association's executive director, Alma Okpalefe, who explained their origins, activities, and plans for the future. It's...
2025-10-1158 min
Space for AllUnlocking Space: Alma Okpalefe on Advocacy, Awareness, and World Space WeekJoin us on this episode of the Space for All podcast as we chat with Alma Okpalefe, Executive Director at the World Space Week Association. Alma shares her remarkable journey from studying law to becoming a key figure in the space industry. Discover how a chance encounter with space law shaped her career, and listen as she reveals the global impact of World Space Week. Tune in for insights on space’s role in addressing climate change and the importance of raising awareness for the future of space exploration! “Space for All” is brought to you by the Wo...
2024-09-1928 min