Young Professionals

The 6th Summit for Space Sustainability welcomes the next generation of visionaries and innovators in the space industry.

Cultivating and empowering young professionals is vital to addressing space sustainability's complex challenges.

To facilitate YP attendance and active participation, we are pleased to offer special discounted pricing for young professionals attending in person and virtually.

This conference provides a unique platform to engage with luminaries who are actively driving change in the field. Through tailored mentorship seminars, interactive networking sessions, and thought-provoking discussions, you'll gain invaluable insights, forge influential connections, and discover pathways to amplify your impact.

We invite the pioneering minds of tomorrow to join us in Tokyo, where you can share your perspectives, learn from seasoned experts, and collaborate to shape a future where space exploration harmonizes with environmental stewardship. Embrace this extraordinary opportunity at our reduced rates for young professionals and catalyze your journey as a future space sustainability leader on the global stage.

Young Professional Opportunities

Scholarship Opportunities

Secure World Foundation, in collaboration with SGAC and the UK Space Agency, is thrilled to announce scholarships for the 6th Summit for Space Sustainability.

We're offering scholarships to four UK and four international students and young professionals, focusing on those from Asia and Commonwealth nations. Winners will receive comprehensive support covering travel, accommodation, and event access.

Applications are due by May 12, 2024! To apply, prepare a one-minute video demonstrating your insights on one of the key themes of this conference, including:

  • Active debris removal progress and challenges

  • Space situational awareness initiatives

  • Commercial space industry's role in space sustainability

  • The interaction of civil, security, and commercial space

  • Space sustainability in the exploration context as active debris removal or commercial space’s role in sustainability.

For more details and to submit your application, visit the SGAC’s scholarship page.

Young Professionals Mentoring Session

The exclusive young professional mentoring session and networking breakfast will be an excellent opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and learn from industry professionals. This event will occur in the Jupiter Room from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. JST on Friday, July 12. All registered in-person young professionals are invited to attend!