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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 11h

On Oct. 16–17, SWF’s Krystal Azelton will participate in the International Panel on Earth-Space Sustainability (IPESS) Workshop at the University of Iceland in Reykjavík. Learn more: www.swfound.org/upcoming-eve... #SpaceSustainability #IPESS

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

SWF’s Ian Christensen will participate in the ITU Study Group 4 Working Party 4A Meeting, Oct. 20–24 in Geneva, contributing to discussions on sustainable use of orbital and spectrum resources.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Today at #ASTRA2026, SWF’s Kathleen Brett will speak on responsible space operations, drawing on SWF research, including the 2026 Global Counterspace Capabilities Report. #SpaceSecurity

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

As the global space community comes together, what resources can help actors navigate an increasingly complex environment? SWF’s Handbook for New Actors in Space offers guidance on space governance, international space law, and responsible operations. swfound.org/Handbook

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

SWF’s @vsamsondc.bsky.social is featured in NOVA’s new documentary, Space Wars, exploring growing military competition in space and the security of the satellites we rely on. 📺 Today, Oct. 7 at 9 pm ET/8 pm CT on PBS. Watch: to.pbs.org/4z1sld9 #NOVAPBS #SpaceWars

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

How are Asia-Pacific countries approaching space sustainability and diplomacy? Join SWF & the Embassy of Malaysia on Oct. 13, 3–6 p.m. in Washington, DC, for a discussion on regional priorities and global cooperation. RSVP by October 11 to rsvpembassymalaysiadc@gmail.com.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

#IAC2026 is underway in Antalya! SWF staff are participating throughout the week in discussions on space security, sustainability, debris mitigation, emerging space nations & international cooperation. Connect with our team: www.swfound.org/events/secur...

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

How can research and resources support more responsible space operations? SWF’s Kathleen Brett will bring perspectives on new space actors and counterspace capabilities to ASTRA Workshop 2026, Oct. 8–9 at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Promotional graphic for an October 13 event on space sustainability and diplomacy, hosted by Secure World Foundation and the Embassy of Malaysia in Washington, D.C.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Have you secured your spot at the 8th Summit for Space Sustainability? Early Bird pricing ends today! Join us Nov. 4–5 in Brasília, Brazil. Register at the Early Bird rate: www.swfsummit.org/

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

New from SWF: “Assessing the Atmospheric Impact of Satellite Re-Entry in the Large Constellation Era” examines how the growth of satellite constellations may affect the atmosphere as more spacecraft re-enter at the end of their operational lives.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

SWF Senior Program Analyst Alex Shi will speak at the 2026 Next Generation Plenary Program, “Emerging Space Nations,” during #IAC2026 in Antalya, Türkiye. The panel will discuss the value that emerging space nations bring to the global space community. #SpaceSustainability #GlobalSpace

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Early bird registration for #SWFSummit26 has been extended through Friday, Sept. 25, 11:59 PM GMT-3, for the 8th Summit for Space Sustainability, Nov. 4–5 in Brasília, Brazil. Learn more: swfsummit.org/register

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Early bird registration for #SWFSummit26 has been extended through Friday, Sept. 25. for the 8th Summit for Space Sustainability, Nov. 4–5 in Brasília, Brazil. Learn more: swfsummit.org/register

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Early bird registration for #SWFSummit26 has been extended through Friday, Sept. 25, 9 PM MST. Join us Nov. 4–5 in Brasília for the 8th Summit for Space Sustainability—the first held in Latin America and the Caribbean. www.swfsummit.org/

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

“The United States stands to lose the most if space becomes a place of actual conflict, as we depend on it the most and have invested the most in it.” @vsamsondc.bsky.social, SWF Chief Director, Space Security and Stability, in Marcia Smith's SpacePolicyOnline.com article. 👉 tinyurl.com/mvc5nysj

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

SWF will collaborate with the Maui Economic Development Board to produce the 2026 AMOS Policy Forum, Sept. 15–18, bringing together international experts to discuss key policy issues in space situational awareness and space domain awareness. 👉 tinyurl.com/3wb2umbr

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today at the International Space Summit in Paris, SWF’s @almuazcarate.bsky.social joins a discussion on strengthening collective security in space. Learn more: tinyurl.com/2s4byc8r

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Day 2 of #OS26 explores multi-actor orbits, monitoring and verification, and securing space data and ICT infrastructure—advancing dialogue on a secure and stable space environment.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Today at the International Space Summit in Paris, SWF’s @vsamsondc.bsky.social joins a discussion on threat perceptions in space. Learn more: tinyurl.com/2s4byc8r

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

SWF will collaborate w/Maui Economic Development Board to produce the 2026 AMOS Policy Forum, Sept. 15–18 in Maui. SWF staff will moderate policy panels across the main conference days, address dual-use SSA, SSA services, & launch/re-entry coordination. Read More: www.swfound.org/events/2026-...

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Today at #OS26, SWF’s @almuazcarate.bsky.social , @vsamsondc.bsky.social, and Peter Martinez will moderate panels exploring key challenges shaping international space security. #SpaceSecurity

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

The 1st speakers have been announced for #SWFSummit26, Nov. 4–5 in Brasília. Attendees will hear from & engage w/leaders & specialists from across the global space community on space policy, safety, security, governance, & sustainability. Meet the speakers 👉 www.swfsummit.org/speakers

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

SWF’s Krystal Azelton will moderate “From Data to Impact: EO for Sustainability” at World Space Business Week 2026 in Paris, which will examine how EO data supports practical use across climate, maritime, agriculture, & other sectors. 👉 tinyurl.com/ysh3jdxv @novaspaceglobal.bsky.social

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

SWF has announced the 2026 Michael K. Simpson Scholarship recipients. The six recipients will attend #IAC2026 in Antalya, Türkiye, to present research on space sustainability, security, law, disaster resilience & responsible behavior. Read More 👉 tinyurl.com/mwc3nvny

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

SWF staff & Advisory Committee members gathered in Colorado Springs last week for our quarterly meeting. Thank you for the thoughtful discussion around our mission & vision. And a special thanks to Bruce McClintock & Hike for Life for leading our Garden of the Gods tour!

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

"Starcloud supports & is willing to participate in a process which can holistically evaluate all of the ODC proposals together rather than one by one & that's likely to involve input from NASA on space safety aspects." ~Ezra Feilden during SWF's recent ODC event. 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SL1...

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

SWF has selected Dr. Anne-Sophie Martin as a 2026 Space Sustainability Research Fellow. Her research will focus on private sector participation in international governance for space safety & space traffic coordination. Read More: tinyurl.com/775s5k6w #SpaceSustainability

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

SWF has published the recording of “An Initial Conversation: Orbital Data Centers & Space Sustainability Implications.” The panel examined the space safety, sustainability, & policy coordination questions raised by ODCs. Watch: youtu.be/_SL1KwiOJ1o #SpaceSustainability #OrbitalDataCenters

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

SWF Executive Director Dr. Peter Martinez will speak at WorldDenver’s inaugural New Frontiers Diplomacy Forum on July 28 in Denver. He will join the 1:15 p.m. panel, “The Business of Space: Innovation, Security & Sustainability.” Details: worlddenver.org/event/new-fr... #SpaceSustainability

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

“Debris might hit a satellite when there is a high level of tension on the ground & the country who lost their satellite might think it was deliberately attacked & respond accordingly.” SWF's @vsamsondc.bsky.social during interview w/Daniella Sussman. Watch 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPuE...

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

The 8th Summit for #SpaceSustainability will connect Latin American & Caribbean experience w/broader int'l space sustainability agenda. Sponsorship opportunities remain available to support regional participation, students, & more. Register/explore sponsorship: www.swfsummit.org #SWFSummit26

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Registration is now full for SWF’s July 29 panel, “An Initial Conversation: Orbital Data Centers & #SpaceSustainability Implications.” Thanks to all who registered. 🎬 A recording will be available after the event. More 👉 swfound.org/events/an-in... #SpaceSafety #OrbitalDataCenters #SpacePolicy

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

How is AI reshaping space security? In a new Carnegie India interview, SWF’s Almudena Azcárate Ortega discusses AI in SSA, space debris management, Earth observation, transparency, human oversight, liability, & diplomacy. Read 👉 carnegieendowment.org/india/posts/... #SpaceSecurity #AI

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

SWF’s Kathleen Brett will speak at the SkyCommons Observatory Launch, hosted online by the Open Knowledge Foundation on July 16. The discussion will examine LEO satellite infrastructure, connectivity, governance, and public-interest risks. Learn More 👉 okfn.org/en/events/sk...

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Sky Commons Observatory Launch – Open Knowledge Foundation

At this event, we will publicly launch the SkyCommons platform and discuss the future of LEO satellites with experts in digital policy, telecommunications infrastructure, and geopolitics.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

"China could use it as part of their soft power outreach to launch things for potential allies very cheaply." ~ @vsamsondc.bsky.social, SWF's Chief Director, Space Security & Stability Read 👉 tinyurl.com/jtv8uj4f

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

A new report from SWF, Council on Strategic Risks, and the Geneva Center for Security Policy examines legal, technical, and policy pathways for verifying compliance with the OST’s prohibition on placing nuclear weapons in space. Check it out 👉 tinyurl.com/2txpbawy

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Reduced registration available for young professionals attending #SWFSummit26 in person or virtually, on November 4–5 in Brasília. The topical agenda is also available, and early-bird rates remain open through September 22. 🎟️ Register: swfsummit.org/register

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

@unidir.org is hosting a lunch side event to celebrate the progress of its Space Security Portal, to which SWF has also contributed. The event is for OEWG participants in Geneva on July 8. For more information 👉 unidir.org/event/enhanc...

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Orbital data centers have moved rapidly from the margins to a key trend in space development. Join SWF on July 29 in Washington, DC, for a panel on space safety, sustainability, & policy coordination questions raised by ODCs. ➡️ Register: tinyurl.com/ODC-SWF #SpaceSustainability #SpaceGovernance

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

A report on “Verifying the Prohibition on the Placement of Nuclear Weapons in Outer Space: Legal, Technical, and Policy Pathways,” with our partners at GCSP & @councilonstrategicrisks.org, draws on a Track 1.5 dialogue we three convened in Geneva in May: 👉 www.swfound.org/publications...

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Space is more congested than ever. Our #SpaceSustainability infographic highlights rising satellite activity, debris, congestion & security risks, and the solutions needed to keep space usable. Take a look 👉 www.swfound.org/publications...

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Are you an early-career nuclear policy professional who wants to learn more about space & strategic stability? Applications are still open for SWF’s Space Boot Camp for Nuclear Policy Professionals. Must be 35/under and in the US. Apply here: www.swfound.org/events/space...

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

4/ The program includes panels, spotlight talks, keynotes, & a Young Professionals Mentoring Session. Early bird registration is still open for in-person and virtual attendance. Register 👉 whova.com/portal/regis... #SpaceSustainability #GlobalSpace

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The 8th Summit for Space Sustainability Registration hosted by Whova

2026-11-04, Brasília, DF

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

3/ The agenda also includes panels on SSA access & capacity, regulatory requirements, geography and space infrastructure, space resources governance, lunar participation, & the link between sustainability on Earth and sustainability in space.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

2/ This year’s program reflects the conference's first edition in Latin America & the Caribbean, with sessions on the region’s role in space sustainability, regional coordination for space security, & Brazil’s institutional approach to responsible space activity.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

1/ The topical agenda for #SWFSummit26 is now live. Co-hosted by SWF & the Brazilian Space Agency, the 8th Summit for Space Sustainability will take place Nov. 4–5, 2026, in Brasília. See the agenda: www.swfsummit.org/agenda.

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

SWF's Cynda Collins Arsenault will speak at the Boulder JCC’s Summer Exchange Lecture Series on July 13. Her lecture asks what security means, who defines it, & how the Women, Peace, & Security agenda can support a more inclusive vision of global security. Register: 👉 bit.ly/4dGdIC

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

SWF has published new fact sheets in support of the 2026 Global #CounterspaceCapabilities Report. This resource covers selected ASAT testing, military RPO activity, and reusable spacecraft. Read: 👉 swfound.org/counterspace #SpaceSecurity #SpaceSustainability

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Secure World Foundation @swfoundation.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

SWF’s Almudena Azcárate Ortega will participate in the 2026 Würzburger Europarechtstage, “The European Union in Outer Space,” on June 15–16 in Würzburg. She will speak on space security law during the panel "Outer Space as a Domain of Militarization, Conflict and Defence.” 👉 tinyurl.com/2s6fdr5z

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