About Space Prize

About Space Prize

Building a future where the stars are accessible to all requires a fundamental shift in how we prepare the next generation of explorers for the rapidly expanding space economy

Building a future where the stars are accessible to all requires a fundamental shift in how we prepare the next generation of explorers for the rapidly expanding space economy

The WHY

Vision Behind Space Prize

We created Space Prize to democratize the stars. By bridging historical gaps in aerospace, we provide the education and mentorship needed to ensure the new space economy is accessible to all. Our mission is to empower a diverse new generation of explorers to lead our multi-planet future and improve life on Earth.

CHALLENGES

DR. MARK WAGNER

Advisor

“I am passionate about preparing today's students to participate in the growing space economy and in humanity's rapidly approaching multiplanet future.”

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Dr. Maryam Sani

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Currently, Dr. Sani serves as the MENA Lead for STEMAIVERSE and the Education Lead for the Space Prize Foundation, remaining at the forefront of STEM education and sustainable leadership to ensure the organization delivers a world-class educational pipeline.

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Dr. Maryam Sani

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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DAMIEN ALDRIDGE

Program Delivery Partner

Damien is the Founder of STEMAIVERSE and one of the most active space education practitioners in the field — having designed and delivered hands-on programs across five continents, headlined international space events, and been called to the White House to help shape the future of AI in education. He believes the next generation of space leaders is already here, they just need access — which is exactly why he does this work. For Damien, Space Prize isn't a cause; it's a continuation.

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DAMIEN ALDRIDGE

Program Delivery Partner

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Roman Chiporukha

BOARD MEMBER

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Eddie Miller

BOARD MEMBER

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Susanne Moore

BOARD MEMBER

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“We are passionate about this project because it is imperative that everyone understands the role that space plays in preserving and improving life on Earth.”

“We are passionate about this project because it is imperative that everyone understands the role that space plays in preserving and improving life on Earth.”

“We are passionate about this project because it is imperative that everyone understands the role that space plays in preserving and improving life on Earth.”

- The Space Prize Foundation

- The Space Prize Foundation

- The Space Prize Foundation

"TO THE MOON AND BACK, AND THEN TO THE STARS. WE ARE ALL, TOGETHER, THE EXPLORERS OF THE FUTURE."

"TO THE MOON AND BACK, AND THEN TO THE STARS. WE ARE ALL, TOGETHER, THE EXPLORERS OF THE FUTURE."

— John Glenn

— John Glenn

The stars belong
To everyone

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    Pamela Melroy

    NASA Deputy Administrator

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    Jessica Meir

    Astronaut & Marine Biologist

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    Peggy Whitson

    Astronaut & Biochem Researcher

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    Katherine Johnson

    NASA Mathematician

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    Kalpana Chawla

    Astronaut & Engineer

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    Diana Trujillo

    Flight Director, Mars 2020 Mission

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    Gwynne Shotwell

    President of SpaceX

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    Samantha Cristoforetti

    Former International Space Station commander

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    Chiaki Mukai

    First Asian woman in space

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    Claudie Haigneré

    First European woman to visit the ISS

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    Rayyanah Barnawi

    The first Saudi woman in space

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    Pamela Melroy

    NASA Deputy Administrator

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    Jessica Meir

    Astronaut & Marine Biologist

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    Peggy Whitson

    Astronaut & Biochem Researcher

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    Katherine Johnson

    NASA Mathematician

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    Kalpana Chawla

    Astronaut & Engineer

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    Diana Trujillo

    Flight Director, Mars 2020 Mission

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    Gwynne Shotwell

    President of SpaceX

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    Samantha Cristoforetti

    Former International Space Station commander

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    Chiaki Mukai

    First Asian woman in space

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    Claudie Haigneré

    First European woman to visit the ISS

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    Rayyanah Barnawi

    The first Saudi woman in space

***The Space Prize Foundation is not directly affiliated with NASA, SpaceX, Blue Origin, JAXA or any of the women we are celebrating here. We honor the women of Aerospace that have come before us - who inspire the next generation of women to participate in New Space. *** 

***The Space Prize Foundation is not directly affiliated with NASA, SpaceX, Blue Origin, JAXA or any of the women we are celebrating here. We honor the women of Aerospace that have come before us - who inspire the next generation of women to participate in New Space. *** 

***The Space Prize Foundation is not directly affiliated with NASA, SpaceX, Blue Origin, JAXA or any of the women we are celebrating here. We honor the women of Aerospace that have come before us - who inspire the next generation of women to participate in New Space. ***