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Secure World Foundation’s Ian Christensen will join a panel on space traffic coordination and sustainability at the 17th International Symposium on Equatorial Aeronomy.
📅 February 12, 2026 | 09:00 CST
📍 Liberia, Costa Rica
More information: www.iap-kborn.de/isea17/home

SWF will contribute to the @earthobservations.bsky.social Programme Board Meeting in Geneva (Feb 10–11). Krystal Azelton, will engage on GEO Work Programme Phase II, monitoring frameworks, and planning for the 2026 GEO Symposium.
More: earthobservations.org

Cynda Collins Arsenault, SWF Founder & Board President, joined #FacetsofConnection podcast to talk leadership, responsibility, & why shared challenges require shared effort.

Listen here: ⬇️
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Join our team to help advance global space sustainability and support SWF’s mission at the intersection of policy and practice. SWF is seeking a full-time Senior Program Analyst, Space Law and Regulation, based out of the Washington, D.C. office. Read the full job description:https://bit.ly/3NWi4wx

SWF will contribute to the 62nd UN COPUOS STSC, Feb 2–13 in Vienna. STSC is a key forum for discussions on space sustainability, orbital debris, and cooperation.📘 SWF’s COPUOS briefing book is available: www.swfound.org/publications...

Still relevant: SWF’s Global Space Governance – Pathways to Agreement argues that norms, standards, and data-sharing—not grand treaties—may shape future space governance. By Richard DalBello, SWF Advisory Committee member & former Office of Space Commerce head. 👉 bit.ly/4pZ4uWP

SWF’s @vsamsondc.bsky.social was quoted as saying on the rapid growth of satellite constellations: “I remember thinking a constellation of a thousand satellites would never happen—that’s crazy big.” Read more of Victoria’s expertise at SWF: www.swfound.org/team/victori...

“The most pressing challenges right now are congestion and increasing collision risk.”
~ #UNOOSA’s Aarti Holla-Maini at SWF’s 7th Summit for Space Sustainability in Paris.
Watch the full discussion 👉 youtu.be/MNsbMg5RtXk
#SWFsummit25

After 12 years at SWF, ‪@chrisjohnson.bsky.social, Senior Director of Legal Affairs and Space Law, will conclude his time with SWF on Jan. 16. His leadership shaped our work on space law, COPUOS engagement, and responsible behavior in outer space. We thank Chris and wish him continued success.

Our Dec. 2025 Newsletter with an Insight by Dr. Peter Martinez, Executive Director of SWF, reflecting on the year’s progress in space safety, sustainability, and security – and the governance challenges ahead.
Catch up on the newsletter and read the Insight here:
👉 zurl.co/zfjqY

This @spacewatch.bsky.social opinion by Novi Dewan reflects key Summit for Space Sustainability themes: global SSA coordination, shared standards, and aligning governance with financing. SWF’s Christopher Johnson moderated discussions on moving sustainability from demo to market.
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How do developments in low Earth orbit and counterspace capabilities shape nuclear stability?
SWF and @carnegieendowment.org convened a select group of experts under the Chatham House Rule to explore risks, misperceptions, and cross-sector solutions. A public report will be released in 2026.

2025 was an incredible year for SWF! 🚀🌍 We completed 109 projects, joined 163 events (57 speaking), released new reports, fact sheets, podcasts & more, engaged across every global region, and hosted the 7th Summit for Space Sustainability. Learn more: swfound.org/ ✨

As 2025 wraps up, Secure World Foundation wants to thank all our partners for supporting our events and engagements this year. Your collaboration and expertise strengthened our mission to advance the sustainability, security, and peaceful use of outer space. Here’s to 2026! 🚀✨🌍

Our December newsletter is out! 🎉 Catch up on key insights, publications, and a 2025 wrap-up by Dr. Peter Martinez.

👉 bit.ly/3Y2u0yI

Don’t miss future updates. Follow our newsletter on LinkedIn to stay informed and engaged with SWF’s work.

#SpacePolicy #SpaceSustainability #SpaceSecurity

As 2025 winds down, prepare for what’s ahead in the space sector. 🚀 Explore SWF resources like the 2024 Handbook for New Actors, 2025 Counterspace Capabilities Report, and 2025 COPUOS Briefing Book to be ready for 2026. www.swfound.org/publications
#SpaceSustainability

Announcing the 8th Summit for Space Sustainability | Museu Nacional da República | Brasília, Brazil The 8th Summit for Space Sustainability is a high-level international forum focused on advancing practical solutions for the long-term sustainability of space activities. Co-hosted by the Secure World Foundation and the Agência Espacial Brasileira, the conference will take place on November 4–5, 2026, at the Museu Nacional da República in Brasília. This edition will highlight Latin America’s growing role in space sustainability and governance, focusing on how regional leadership and cooperation contribute to global space security and long-term orbital stability. Participants will engage with leaders from government, industry, academia, and civil society to examine current challenges and explore concrete actions to keep space usable and accessible for all.

SWF is excited to announce that the 8th Summit for Space Sustainability will be held Nov 4–5, 2026 in Brasília, Brazil, at the National Museum of the Republic—our first Summit in Latin America. Stay tuned for themes & registration details! 🇧🇷✨

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🌍🚀 Thanks for joining us! SWF was glad to partner with ITU for last week’s Space Sustainability spotlight, highlighting insights from SSF-2025 and SWF’s 7th Summit. Missed it? Catch the full interview and keep the conversation going: bit.ly/481rgrd #SWF #SpaceSustainability #ITU

SWF’s @vsamsondc.bsky.social participated in the 24th ROK–UN Joint Conference on Disarmament & Non-Proliferation Issues at UNHQ, NY. She joined Session 1, addressing threats to strategic stability & the proliferation of counterspace capabilities globally. #SpaceSecurity #UNODA

🚀 SWF is excited to support the 9th AF-SGW, Dec. 9-10, 2025, in Nairobi, alongside KSIIF! With the theme “Ubuntu: Together for Africa’s Space Future,” the event will spark collaboration, innovation, and youth leadership across Africa’s growing space sector. #AFSGW2025 #KSIIF2025 #Ubuntu

Happening today at UN HQ: SWF’s @vsamsondc.bsky.social is speaking at the 24th ROK–UN Conference on Disarmament & Non-Proliferation Issues (Dec 4–5). She’ll join Session 1 on the rising significance of outer space in today’s complex security environment. #SWF #SpaceSecurity

Happening today! 🚀
Join SWF & ITU at 15:00–16:00 CET for a virtual session on space sustainability, featuring insights from SSF-2025 & SWF’s 7th Summit.
Topics: STM, debris removal, policy, cooperation & orbital environment.
See you online! 🌍✨ bit.ly/481rgrd

🚀 SWF welcomes Qian “Alex” Shi as our new Senior Program Analyst!
With 10+ years in public policy, engineering & complex systems, plus a PhD in Aeronautics & Astronautics (Purdue), Alex brings deep expertise in space sustainability. We’re thrilled to have her on board! 🌍✨

SWF’s Ian Christensen joined the LatSat Conference in Bogota, moderating a panel on “Scaling Access to Space.” SWF looks forward to continued engagement with the Latin American space community ahead of the 8th Space Sustainability Summit in 2026.

SWF thanks all who joined our APRSAF 2025 side event launching the 2nd Edition of the Handbook for New Actors in Space! Grateful to our speakers for advancing responsible and sustainable space operations. bit.ly/49wuPHb
#APRSAF #SpaceSustainability

Victoria Samson is speaking at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Workshop on Peace and Security in Outer Space.

Happening this week in Manila!
SWF’s @vsamsondc.bsky.social, Chief Director for Space Security & Stability, will speak at the ASEAN Regional Forum Workshop on Peace & Security in Outer Space#SpaceSecurity #ARF

Secure World Foundation is teaming up with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) for a special virtual session on space sustainability — happening December 3, 2025, from 15:00–16:00 CET.

Next week! 🚀
Join SWF & ITU on Dec 3, 15:00–16:00 CET for a virtual session on space sustainability, featuring insights from SSF-2025 & SWF’s 7th Summit.
Topics: STM, debris removal, policy, cooperation & orbital environment.
Don’t miss it! 🌍✨https://bit.ly/481rgrd

Our November Newsletter is out!
Highlights:
🌎 8th Summit for Space Sustainability in Brazil
🛰️ Handbook for New Actors launched at APRSAF
🌐 Global engagements on space law, security & policy
Read more: bit.ly/4rfdHMf
#SWF#SpaceSustainability #SpacePolicy #SpaceSecurity

Victoria Samson, Chief Director, Space Security and Stability, has been invited to speak at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Workshop on Peace and Security in Outer Space

SWF’s @vsamsondc.bsky.social will speak at the ASEAN Regional Forum Workshop on Peace and Security in Outer Space, Nov 26–28 in Manila. She’ll join the panel “Threats to Space Systems: Risks to Stability and Sustainability.”
#SWF #SpaceSecurity #SpaceStability #SpaceSustainability

SWF’s Christopher Johnson will speak on November 20, presenting “The Rescue and Return Agreement in Action: Legal and Operational Reflections.

#SWF will join UNOOSA’s back-to-back conferences Nov 17–20.
‪@chrisjohnson.bsky.social will present on Nov. 20 at the UN Conference on Space Law & Policy on “The Rescue and Return Agreement in Action.”
#SpaceLaw #SpacePolicy #SpaceSustainability