WORLD SPACE WEEK ASSOCIATION (WSW)

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WSW is an annual observance held from October 4 to October 10 established by the United Nations General Assembly to be an international celebration of science and technology and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition. World Space Week is coordinated by the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UN OOSA) with the support of World Space Week Association, a non-government organization.

It is an international celebration of science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of the human condition. The United Nations General Assembly declared in 1999 that World Space Week will be held each year from October 4-10. These dates commemorate two events:

• October 4, 1957- Launch of the first human-made Earth satellite, Sputnik 1, thus opening the way for space exploration.

• October 10, 1967- The signing of the Treaty on Principles Governing the Activites of States in the Exploration and Peaceful Uses of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies.


“The goal of this celebratory week is to promote, excite, encourage and educate people about space, its benefits to everyday life, and its connection to many professional fields, not limited to the sciences and mathematics”.

The following are the benefits of WSW
• Educates people around the world about the benefits they receive from space
• Encourages greater use of space for sustainable economic development
• Demonstrates public support for space programs
• Excites children about learning and their future
• Promote institutions around the world that are involved in space
• Fosters international cooperation in space outreach and education.

Begun in 1999 by the United Nations, World Space Week is meant not only to encourage, educate and support space exploration, but also to celebrate each year at the international level the contributions of space science and technology to the betterment of the human condition.

World Space Week also provides many opportunities for educators. From educational materials (many free) to awards for teachers and schools, you will find many ways to educate and encourage students.

Of course, World Space Week is not just for teachers. Everyone is invited to participate. Whether it's just a trip to your local theater to see one of the excellent space themed movies playing or attending a lecture on astronomy at a local school or community.

Last year WSW celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Orbital Space Flight. The biggest strength of WSW, Stone says, is the “power of synchronization.” All over the world in over 50 countries events are being organized, lectures held and celebrations realized, all at the same time. And these are not limited to the first world countries. According to Stone, the developing world loves space. Parades and events can be found from Bangladesh and Malaysia to Colombia and Ecuador.

WSW is kindly inviting everybody to get involved.
My suggestions are basic, simple, and effective: get involved, take initiative, host an event, and give-out information to the WSW Association and make it global.

For more information on WSW, dont hesitate to use the following;

www.worldspaceweek.org
The President of WSWA
Dennis Stone
dstone@spaceweek.org
WSW National Coordinator for Tanzania
cnlizget_24@yahoo.com
+255(0)713-303-697