SGAC – Global Space Congress Competition

Supported by the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) and the Global Space Congress 2019

What is the Global Space Congress?

The Global Space Congress is a strategic gathering of global space industry leaders. Promoting the worldwide industry of space, the Congress brings together over 700 key space agencies, commercial space, academia and end users of space services to evaluate the biggest opportunities in the space sector and to get exposure to the world’s most vibrant and energetic new space programmes. Focused on partnerships, the Congress enables these leaders to focus on collaborative development and the implementation of core space and satellite technology strategies, bringing global and regional economic benefits.

The Global Space Congress is where space policies are defined and strategies developed; where new applications for space technology are showcased and the development of highly skilled technical workforces to support national development are promoted. It hosts discussions and initiatives that will have a practical and lasting impact on the overall development of the space sector in the Middle East and globally.

More information about the Global Space Congress.

What are the SGAC activities at the Global Space Congress?

Since 2018, SGAC is an official association partner of the Global Space Congress and in particular their Next Gen programme.

1. Speed Mentoring:

In a world where technology changes faster than jobs are created, the need for mentoring is bigger than ever. Mentorship is identified as a key driver of success and is highly sought after by young people. However, youth often find it hard to source a mentor. In 2019 the Global Space Congress and Next Gen Leaders, in partnership with the Space Generation Advisory Council, fill this gap by inviting experts from the space industry who will share their experience and offer advice to young professionals and students.

Date: 20 March 2019

2. Panel on “The Role of Risk Taking and Effective Leadership”

In 2019 the Global Space Congress and Next Gen Leaders, in partnership with the Space Generation Advisory Council, explore the role of risk taking and how it serves an effective leadership. In the context of space industry, risk aversion is not an option. Find out why risk is an opportunity, how to be smart about risk and how you can lead through risk taking. The experts’ panel session will be followed by structured breakout group discussions offering direct engagement and interaction between the delegates and the panellists.

Date: 21 March 2019

Competition and Award

There are 30 free passes for the Day 2 and Day 3 (20th and 21st of March 2019) of the Global Space Congress 2019 available for SGAC members.

The winners will:

  • Be selected to attend the Day 2 and Day 3 (20th and 21st of March 2019) of the Global Space Congress for free.
  • Be selected to attend the SGAC events listed above (speed mentoring session and panel session)

Please note: this does not include the participation to Day 1 which is the VIP day. It does not include flights and accommodation.

More information about the programme can be found here.

How to Apply?

You should submit your application via the Scholarship Submission Form. Your submission should follow the competition guidelines below.

Guidelines

Eligibility
  1. The competition is open all SGAC members
  2. All individuals or team members shall be SGAC members between the ages of 18 to 35 inclusive (up to the day of their 36th birthday) on 1 March 2019.
  3. Competition organisers and judges are not eligible for this award.
Submission
  1. The language of all submissions shall be English.
  2. Applicants must submit their CV
  3. Applicant must submit a letter of intent explaining their interest to attend.
Responsibilities of the Winners

The winners shall:

  • Attend Day 2 and Day 3 of the Global Space Congress
  • Submit a short video clip (2 min maximum) describing his or her experience at the Global Space Congress for inclusion on the SGAC website, newsletter or social media and that of our partners
  • Be selected to attend the SGAC events listed above (speed mentoring session and panel session)
Reimbursement
  1. Once selected, the candidates will be distributed a personalised discount code which can then be used to register for Day 2 and Day 3 of the Global Space Congress for free.
Copyright and Intellectual Property
  1. By submitting an entry, applicants agree to permit SGAC and all affiliated organisers to mention their names, affiliations and headshot picture in connection with the competition.
Liability
  1. Organisers shall not be responsible in the event that the Global Space Congress is cancelled. Organisers will not reimburse the winners, even if he/she has already incurred expenses.
  2. Organisers shall not be responsible in the event that the award winner fails to attend the Global Space Congress or is unable to under extenuating circumstances; in that case the award offer shall become void.

Timeline

15th of December: Call for applications opens
25th of January: Call for applications closes
25th – 30th January: Review period
31st of January: Announcement