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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 1d

‪‪@chrisjohnson.bsky.social‬, Senior Director of Legal Affairs and Space Law at #SWF, will speak on the legal and geopolitical implications of building a lunar base at the Future of Space Policy Forum, Oct 14 at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. 🔗 bit.ly/3IxG9Yw

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 6d

🚀 SWF’s @vsamsondc.bsky.social will join experts in Bengaluru on Oct. 6–8, 2025 for India–US Cooperation on Global Security, hosted by CISAC & NIAS.
She’ll speak on space security, SSA & India–US cooperation pathways 🌍✨
#SWF #SpaceSecurity #SpaceDiplomacy

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 7d

These sessions represent just part of the Summit’s high-impact program.
#SWFsummit25 will shape commercial and policy developments for a more sustainable space future.
🔗 Explore the agenda & register: swfsummit.org
#SpaceGovernance #SpaceSustainability #SWF

Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 7d

🇪🇺 Highlight Talk: European Commission Strategies for Environmental Sustainability
Vera Pinto, Policy Coordinator @EU_Defence, will outline: current strategies being pursued by the European Commission to address environmental sustainability in space activities.
#SWFsummit25

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 7d

🌍 Highlight Talk: A Strategic Approach to Space Sustainability at ESA. Andrea Vena, Chief Climate & Sustainability Officer @esa, will discuss:
ESA’s strategies and roadmaps for understanding and managing sustainability where space activities interact.
#SpaceSustainability #ESA

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 7d

🎯 Highlight Talk: France – National Policy Initiatives
🇫🇷 Lionel Suchet, Executive VP @CNES, will share insights on: French policy initiatives related to space sustainability and will discuss the status of associated implementation measures.
#SpacePolicy #SWFsummit25

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 7d

The space sector is evolving rapidly.
#SWFsummit25 will host high-level conversations on:
• Industry growth
• Commercial sustainability priorities
• Strategic positioning in a shifting global context
🔗 swfsummit.org

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 7d

🚀 22 days to go until #SWFsummit25 — Industry Insight & National Leadership.
The 7th Summit for Space Sustainability will bring together global leaders to shape the future of space through policy, strategy, and commercial innovation.
📍 Paris | 🗓️ Oct 22–23, 2025

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 8d

Secure World Foundation’s Krystal Azelton will represent #SWF at the ITU Space Sustainability Forum in Geneva. She will speak on the panel “Increasing Resilience of Space Systems – The Next Challenge.”
#SpaceSustainability #SpacePolicy #spectrum

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 10d

We’re live at #IAC2025 in Sydney—connect with Secure World Foundation at Booth #779. Let’s talk about practical pathways for space governance, sustainability, STM/SSA, and norms of behavior. See you between plenaries and technical sessions.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 10d

Here’s where to catch @chrisjohnson.bsky.social at #IAC2025

👉 Responding to Unfriendly Lawful and Unlawful Acts in Outer Space
📅 Tue Sep 30 | 10:15 AEST | Room C2.3
👉 Lunar Operations and Orbital Management: Governance in Cislunar Space
📅 Thu Oct 2 | 10:15 AEST | Room C2.3

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 10d

Here's where to catch @vsamsondc.bsky.social at #IAC2025

👉 Global Networking Forum: Success in Space Through Security, Investment, and Sustainability
📅 Wed Oct 1 | 14:50 AEST | Parkside 2

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 13d

🌍🚀 We’re heading to #IAC2025 in Sydney (Sept 29–Oct 3)!
📍 Visit us at Booth #779
🎤 Don’t miss:
– Chris Johnson on Lunar Ops & Cislunar Governance
– Victoria Samson at GNF on Success in Space: Security, Investment & Sustainability
#SpaceGovernance

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 14d

Last week, the #AMOSDialogue 2025 wrapped in Maui! 🚀 Leaders from gov, industry & civil society explored how SSA enables cislunar missions, informs licensing & supports national policies—advancing a safer, more sustainable space future. 🌌 #SWF #AMOS2025

Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 14d

Last week, the #AMOSDialogue 2025 wrapped in Maui! 🚀 Leaders from gov, industry & civil society explored how SSA enables cislunar missions, informs licensing & supports national policies—advancing a safer, more sustainable space future. 🌌 #SWF #AMOS2025

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 15d

@vsamsondc.bsky.social (Secure World Foundation) and Jessica West (CIGI) analyze the July OEWG session on PAROS. Key issues: treaty vs. norms, IHL in space, civilian protection, commercial targeting, and observer participation. Read here: bit.ly/4nDspKm

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 20d

🤝 In-person at #SWFsummit25? Don’t miss key networking moments:
📅 Oct 22–23, Paris
☕ Breakfast & breaks
🍽️ Lunches both days
🍷 Evening reception (Oct 22)

Connect with global space leaders in a collaborative, professional setting.

🔗 bit.ly/45Vd159

Networking Event Summit for Space Sustainability 2024.

Networking Event Summit for Space Sustainability 2023.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 20d

🛰️ Happening today in Maui! The AMOS Dialogue 2025, co-hosted by @SWFoundation + MEDB, brings gov’t, industry & civil society together for candid talks on SSA, space traffic coordination & sustainability. 🌌
#AMOS2025 #AMOSDialogue #SSA

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 21d

🌍🚀 #SWF is partnering with @GISTDA to host a Space Traffic Coordination Workshop at the 2025 Thailand Space Expo! bit.ly/46FLcPx

Our own Ian Christensen will facilitate, continuing momentum from our Feb 2025 workshop in Singapore.
#SpaceSustainability #STM

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 22d

🌍🚀 Thank you for joining #OS25! #SWF & UNIDIR brought together global leaders to discuss space security challenges & solutions. Grateful to our speakers, partners & participants for advancing dialogue to keep space peaceful, secure & sustainable. #SpaceSecurity #SpacePolicy

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 22d

New fact sheet: The U.S. has developed advanced rendezvous & proximity operations (RPO) for satellite servicing & intelligence missions. These dual-use capabilities raise key #SpaceSecurity & #SpaceGovernance questions. Read more 👉 bit.ly/42A3yiu

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 23d

It’s here! 🎉 #WSBW kicks off today (Sept 15–19).
SWF’s Krystal Azelton is joining global space leaders in shaping the future of the space economy. 🌍✨
#SpaceBusiness #SpacePolicy

Krystal Azelton at Nova Space World Space Business Week.

Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 27d

🎯 This is the space sustainability event of the year.
Be part of shaping a sustainable, secure space future.
#SWFSummit25

Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 27d

📅 October 22–23, 2025
📍 Paris, France
🔗 Full agenda & registration now live: swfsummit.org

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 27d

Pakorn Apaphant (Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency - GISTDA, Thailand)
Rodolphe Munoz (European Commission)
Tidiane Ouattara (African Space Agency)
Tzu-Wei Fang (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - NOAA)

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