About New Generation Space Leaders
Connecting the Next Generation of Space Leaders
Founded in 2008, Space Foundation’s New Generation initiatives help young aerospace professionals build lasting relationships and expand their perspectives on the global space community. Through dedicated events, workshops, and programs, participants engage with senior leaders, explore industry developments, and gain practical career guidance. From speed mentoring at Space Symposium to networking and team-building experiences, New Generation creates opportunities to share ideas, strengthen professional connections, and prepare for a growing role in the future of space.
New Generation Features
New Generation initiatives include both stand-alone events and targeted programs, featured in conjunction with major space activities and conferences, such as the annual Space Symposium.
- Access to top space leaders
- Perspectives on industry developments and global space initiatives
- Valuable mentorship opportunities
- Significant networking and team building events
More than 300 young space professionals annually participate in specialized New Generation Space Symposium programs. One for the highlights is the popular "speed mentoring" leadership exchange where up-and-coming space professionals meet with senior industry leaders to gather insight and get career tips.
Workshops, luncheons and presentations help New Generation participants understand critical space issues, such as how policy and budgets are developed.
Multiple networking events bring young professionals together with senior leaders in an informal environment. In addition, our daily Space Symposium master moderators all represent the New Generation ranks.
Engage and connect with us
Share your ideas, meet other New Generation Space Leaders, and maintain relationships with those you've already met through Space Foundation New Generation Space Leaders social media channels!
