Space ClubS

The Interstellar Foundation is an organization dedicated to designing and sending human-made artifacts into the depths of space, encapsulating the essence of humanity's achievements, culture, and aspirations. These artifacts will serve as time capsules representing our collective identity.

Here on earth, we are also dedicated to addressing limited availability of learning opportunities, under supported school systems and inadequate environmental education. Through our ISF Space Clubs initiative, we hope to help improve outcomes in these key areas.

In the last decade, space exploration has re-emerged as a concept that has captured the attention of public and governments, as evidenced by the 77 national space agencies worldwide.

Technological advances on Earth also continue to shape, shift, and save our world. Due to the fast-changing nature of technology, countries have recognized the importance of having a population that is well-equipped with knowledge and skills in science, engineering, and mathematics.

Thus, countries are turning their funding toward STEM education and research as drivers of national development and productivity, economic competitiveness, and environmental and societal wellbeing in our rapidly changing world.

Interstellar Foundation's mission is to enable the next generation of scientists, explorers, and story tellers through equitable access to culturally relevant STEM education with real world applicability.

ISF Space Clubs will be student-run and adult-supported, allowing students to direct their own learning and ask for support from educators and STEM mentors when needed.

By combining the sense of wonder elicited by space exploration, direct application of learning to real world problems, and the autonomy created by the club design, students will be able to build their skills, understand the importance of STEM to real world issues, and will connect to the STEM career pipeline.

ISF is partnering with UNESCO and their school network for a Space Club pilot program. Pilot schools will serve students that have historically been excluded from space education and access to STEM careers. In each country, we will partner with schools that differ in socioeconomic context and demographics.