FAQs
1. What are the main contests for World Space Week 2025 in Pakistan?
- Best Space School Contest: Designed for school students, this contest encourages schools to organize various activities during World Space Week and compete for the title of "Best Space School."
- Space Ambassador Contest: Open to science and astronomical societies, space enthusiasts, bloggers, and educators, this contest is for those who want to become advocates of space science and promote space awareness in their communities.
- University Contest: SUPARCO’s RESOLVE in collaboration with University of Central Punjab is organizing a series of “Satellite Design and Development Workshops”. This hands-on program will train participants in satellite assembly, programming, telemetry, data analysis, remote sensing, and systems engineering. Top performing teams will qualify for National CANSAT competition which will be held during WSW-25.
- Public Contests: These are open to the general public, offering an opportunity to participate in activities that celebrate space exploration showcasing creativity and knowledge.
2. How can a school participate in the “Best Space School Contest”?
Go through the "Best Space School" guidebook available at SEAD website, which contains a resource hub, guidelines, rules, and regulations. The last date for report submission is 20 Oct 2025. Schools must adhere to the deadlines mentioned in the guidebook and can contact SEAD's focal person for any guidance.
3. How can I participate in the Space Ambassador Contest?
Anyone with a passion for space, such as hobbyists, bloggers, vloggers, amateur astronomers, or educators, can participate by organizing an event or activities during World Space Week. To be a Space Ambassador, go through the "Space Ambassador Contest" guidebook available on SEAD’s website. Make sure to share your logo and social media handles with SEAD, so your event can be promoted on the website and social media platforms. The last date for report submission is 20 Oct 2025.
4. What opportunities are there for the general public to engage in WSW 2025?
The general public is invited to participate in Public Contests designed around the theme “Living in Space.” These contests offer a platform to explore ideas about life beyond Earth, encouraging participants to showcase their creativity, knowledge, and imagination.
5. What activities can be organized for WSW 2025?
You can organize any creative or innovative activity related to WSW theme 2025 that motivates participants about space, science, and technology. Whether you are a school, a university, or an individual, you can explore ideas from the WSW global website (www.worldspaceweek.org/events/event-ideas/) and incorporate them into your events.
6. How can we publicize our WSW 2025 event on social media?
Promoting your event on social media is crucial to ensure its success and visibility. Here's how you can do it:
- Pre-Event: Announce your event, share invitations, and post short videos or briefs about what participants can expect.
- During the Event: Engage with your audience through live broadcasts, real-time updates, and interactive posts.
- Post-Event: Share summaries of your activities along with supporting media such as photos and videos.
Use the hashtags #WSW25 and #WSW25Pakistan in all your posts. Don’t forget to tag SEAD's official social media page "Space Education & Awareness Drive" in all your posts, so we can reshare your content. SEAD will also promote your event on its official website and social media platforms.
7. Why is social media coverage important for WSW 2025?
Social media coverage is crucial because it amplifies the reach of World Space Week activities beyond local boundaries, allowing the world to see Pakistan's commitment to space exploration. By actively promoting your event on social media, you contribute to the global impact of WSW and inspire others to get involved.
We look forward to your active participation in World Space Week 2025.