Outreach

Making Space and STEM
accessible for everyone.

Interactive workshops, courses, and public events designed for all ages, built around real space missions and emerging technologies.

For schools

School STEM Projects

Multi-session pathways for primary and secondary schools, combining hands-on activities with the core concepts of space exploration.

  • — Ages 6 to 18 (adapted per grade level)
  • — Single masterclass or full workshop cycle
  • — Available in-person or remote
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For teachers

Teacher STEM Training

Master modern educational tools to create inclusive and engaging lessons, integrating space science, AI, and emerging technologies into your daily teaching.

  • — Modular formats (4 to 20 hours)
  • — Ready-to-use lesson kits
  • — Certificate of attendance
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For institutions

Institutions & Beyond

Engaging science communication and hands-on learning designed for municipalities, libraries, and cultural centers, open to audiences of all ages.

  • — Public talks and interactive workshops
  • — Family-friendly formats
  • — Tailored to local programming
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Catalogue

Courses and workshops

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Space and STEM courses and workshops

Course 01: Little Space Explorers: A Journey Through the Cosmos

STEM · Space Exploration · Hands-on · Overview

A comprehensive, multi-session program designed to introduce young minds to the wonders of the universe. From building rockets to understanding how astronauts live, this course covers the fundamentals of space exploration through interactive, playful modules.

Students will learn

  • The basics of the Solar System and orbital mechanics
  • How astronauts train, live, and work on the ISS
  • The engineering design process (building and launching a model)
Age range
6 – 10 years
Type
Group activities (Multi-session)
Complexity
Low
Duration
5 sessions (1h each)

Material included: Crafting materials, astronaut logbooks, and activity dossier.

Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 4 Quality Education

Course 02: Earth Guardians: Space Tech for Sustainability

Sustainability · Earth Observation · Climate Change

Discover how looking down from space helps us protect our planet. Students will learn about Earth Observation satellites and design a conceptual mission to monitor climate change, deforestation, or ocean health using space data.

Students will learn

  • The role of satellites in tracking climate change
  • How to interpret basic Earth observation data
  • How technology can provide solutions for environmental challenges
Age range
11 – 16 years
Type
Workshop & Debate
Complexity
Medium
Duration
2h

Material included: Satellite imagery prints, design sheets, interactive web tools.

Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 13 Climate Action, SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, SDG 15 Life on Land

Course 03: From Hidden Figures to Artemis: Women Shaping Space

Gender Equality · History · Inspiration · STEM

An inspiring journey through the history and future of women in space exploration. From early human computers to modern astronauts and engineers preparing for the Moon, this interactive talk empowers students to break stereotypes in STEM.

Students will learn

  • The historical contributions of women in aerospace
  • The goals of the Artemis mission and the future of lunar exploration
  • How to recognize and overcome gender bias in science and tech
Age range
10 –∞
Type
Interactive seminar & Group discussion
Complexity
Low
Duration
1h 30min

Material included: Presentation slides, biographical flashcards, debate prompts.

Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 5 Gender Equality, SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities

Course 04: Star Weavers: Myth, Mapping, and Megaconstellations

Astronomy · Navigation · Technology

A bridge between ancient storytelling and modern technology. We explore how our ancestors used constellations to navigate the seas, and how today we are building "megaconstellations" of artificial satellites for global connectivity.

Students will learn

  • How to recognize major star constellations and their mythology
  • Ancient navigation vs. modern GPS technology
  • What satellite constellations are (e.g., Starlink, Galileo) and the issue of space debris
Age range
8 – 14 years
Type
Hands-on activity + Stargazing simulation
Complexity
Medium
Duration
1h 45min

Material included: Star maps, string and pins for constellation building, simulation app access.

Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 4 Quality Education, SDG 9 Industry, Innovation

Course 05: Mission Control: The Mechanics of Exploration

Physics · Teamwork · Spacecraft

Step into the shoes of mission controllers and aerospace engineers. This workshop breaks down how we send probes to other planets, focusing on problem-solving, mission planning, and teamwork under pressure.

Students will learn

  • The phases of a space mission (design, launch, operation)
  • Basic orbital mechanics and how rockets work
  • Crisis management and communication in deep space
Age range
12 – 18 years
Type
Group challenge / Role-play
Complexity
High
Duration
2h 30min

Material included: Mission briefings, role badges, crisis scenario envelopes.

Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 4 Quality Education, SDG 9 Industry, Innovation

Course 06: AI in Orbit: The Smart Satellites of Tomorrow

Artificial Intelligence · Coding · Future Tech

How is Artificial Intelligence changing the space sector? This workshop introduces the basics of AI applied to space rovers and satellites. Students will understand how machines learn to recognize craters, avoid obstacles, and process space data.

Students will learn

  • The fundamentals of Machine Learning and AI
  • How autonomous rovers navigate alien terrains
  • The ethical implications of AI in technology
Age range
14 – 18 years
Type
Tech workshop / Computer lab
Complexity
High
Duration
3h

Material included: Laptops/Tablets (if provided), interactive AI web simulators.

Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, SDG 4 Quality Education

Course 07: Space as a Classroom: EdTech & STEM for Teachers

Teacher Training · Lesson Planning · EdTech · Artificial Intelligence

A practical training module designed for educators. Learn how to use space exploration and emerging tech as a "hook" to teach math, physics, coding, and teamwork, making lessons more engaging and inclusive.

Teachers will learn

  • Project-Based Learning (PBL) methodologies applied to space
  • How to integrate real space data (ESA/NASA) into school curricula
  • Gamification techniques and simulation software use in class
Target
Educators & School Staff
Type
Training module
Complexity
Medium
Duration
4h to 10h (Modular)

Material included: Digital ready-to-use lesson kits, software licenses list, certificate.

Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 4 Quality Education

Course 08: Living in Outer Space: Designing Lunar and Martian Habitats

Space Architecture · Biology · Engineering · Extreme Environments

Explore the ultimate architectural challenge: keeping humans alive in the harshest environments known. Students will discover the physical and psychological challenges of living on the Moon and Mars, and apply STEM principles to design their own sustainable space habitat.

Students will learn

  • The extreme hazards of space (radiation, extreme temperatures, vacuum)
  • Principles of space architecture and closed-loop life support systems (ECLSS)
  • How psychology and isolation affect astronaut crews
Age range
12 - 18 years
Type
Interactive workshop & Design challenge
Complexity
Medium/High
Duration
2h

Material included: Graph paper, markers, cardboard, tape, and printed crisis scenarios.

Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, SDG 11 Sustainable Cities & Communities, SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Course 09: Rocket Science: Water Rocket Workshop

Physics · Aerodynamics · Hands-on · Engineering

An interactive, hands-on workshop where high school students learn the fundamental laws of motion by designing, building, and launching their own water rockets. A perfect blend of theoretical physics and practical engineering with a spectacular outdoor finale.

Students will learn

  • Newton’s Laws of Motion and the physics of propulsion (thrust, drag, weight, lift)
  • Principles of aerodynamics, flight stability, and the center of mass/pressure
  • How to iterate and improve a design based on test results
Age range
14 - 18 years
Type
Hands-on lab & Outdoor launch
Complexity
High
Duration
3h 30min

Material included: Empty plastic bottles, cardboard/fins, duct tape, safety goggles, specialized water rocket launcher, and air pump.

Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 4 Quality Education, SDG 9 Industry, Innovation
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Outreach, workshops & events
Talk & project Host Year

Outreach, workshops & events

Orientarsi oltre la Terra (Finding Our Bearings Beyond Earth)

TEDxApricena, Apricena | Italy · Oct 2026

What happens to our points of reference when our perspective changes? This talk takes the audience on a journey from Earth to the International Space Station, and on to the Moon and Mars. It explores how orientation, our perception of the sky, and the way we inhabit space change far from our home planet. In orbit, “up” and “down” have to be designed. From the Martian sky, Earth is just a bright dot. In the habitats of the future, every detail becomes a reference point. Bridging science communication and space architecture, the talk carries a message that applies to everyone: points of reference are not always found. Sometimes, we build them.

Theme
How what we see and the spaces we inhabit change
Invited by
TEDxApricena · “Oltre la Pietra” (“Beyond the Stone”) edition
When
October 3, 2026
Where
Casa Matteo Salvatore, Apricena | Italy

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Alla scoperta dello Spazio (Discovering Space)

I.C. Pascoli F. Melchionda, San Giovanni Rotondo | Italy · May 2026

An interactive STEAM-focused lecture with primary school students, guiding them on a journey to discover the wonders of the universe. The session introduced foundational space concepts about the solar system, the space exploration and Artemis II mission.

Invited by
I.C. Pascoli F. Melchionda, San Giovanni Rotondo | Italy
When
May 2026
Format
In-person guest lecture 2 classes, 40 students

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Vivere lo Spazio (Living the Outer Space)

I.C. Dante Galiani, San Giovanni Rotondo | Italy · Mar 2026

An engaging session bringing the space architecture directly into the primary school classroom. The intervention focused on inspiring young students by showing them how creativity, science, and engineering come together to design habitats for the Moon and beyond, proving that the future of space exploration needs both imagination and STEM skills.

Invited by
I.C. Dante Galiani, San Giovanni Rotondo | Italy
When
March 2026
Format
In-person guest lecture 6 classes, 100 students

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Piccoli Esploratori dello Spazio (Little Space Explorers)

LibreriBrà, San Giovanni Rotondo | Italy · Feb-Mar 2026

A 4-session experiential learning pathway aimed at children aged 3 to 13, divided into four age groups to tailor activities to their cognitive and social development. Through games, storytelling, and creative activities, children explore core space themes: solar systems, space missions, astronauts’ life, and living in space. Built on the principles of discovery-based education and integrated STEM, each lesson is designed in a playful, accessible way to boost transversal skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and creative thinking.

Invited by
LibreriBrà, San Giovanni Rotondo | Italy
When
February - March 2026
Format
4 session in-person workshop

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Spazio allo Spazio (Making Room for Space)

“E. Fermi”, Villasanta | Italy · Feb 2026

An orientative talk exploring the diverse career opportunities within the rapidly growing space sector. Organized for STEM Day, the session aimed to break stereotypes and inspire students by showcasing the real-world impact of space technologies and the wide variety of specialized roles needed for future missions.

Invited by
“E. Fermi”, Villasanta | Italy
When
February 2026
Format
Remote talk

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SEDS Italy Space Conference 2025

SEDS Italy, Bari | Italy · Oct 2025

Event Manager for the SEDS Italy Space Conference, an itinerant national conference, designed to bridge the gap between university students and the local aerospace industry. The initiative aims to foster networking, career opportunities, and knowledge exchange within the growing Italian space ecosystem. Beyond overseeing the event’s organization, I moderated the panel “Engineering stories in the space sector”, facilitating a dynamic dialogue between academia and industry featuring experts from Politecnico di Bari (Prof. Francesco Ciampa, Prof.ssa Maria Cinefra, Prof. Gianluca Percoco) and STAM (Ing. Antonio Altana).

Invited by
SEDS Italy, Bari | Italy
When
October 2025
Format
In-person Conference & Panel Moderation

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Il lato nascosto della Luna: le donne della missione Apollo 11 (The Hidden Side of the Moon: The Women of Apollo 11)

AIDIA, Lecco | Italy · Feb 2025

A webinar dedicated to the stories of the pioneering women behind the Apollo 11 mission. The presentation highlighted the exceptional contributions of figures like Margaret Hamilton, JoAnn Morgan, Katherine Johnson, and Poppy Northcutt. By exploring their challenges, brilliant minds, and breakthroughs in a male-dominated era, the talk aimed to inspire current generations and emphasize the crucial need for female role models in STEM.

Invited by
AIDIA, Lecco | Italy
When
February 2025
Format
Online webinar

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Donne e discipline STEM (Women in STEM)

NewZGen | Italy · May 2024

Exploring the role of women in STEM disciplines, attended as a Generazione STEM Ambassador. The conversation addressed the persistent biases and current disparities in career opportunities, while maintaining a proactive and constructive focus. The core message aimed to encourage young women to pursue their passions, break down existing barriers, and actively shape a more inclusive and equitable future in science and technology.

Invited by
NewZGen | Italy
When
May 2024
Format
Video interview

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Piccoli Passi Verso la Luna (Small Steps Towards the Moon)

AIDIA, Lecco | Italy · Mar 2024

Delivered during the STEM Olympics award ceremony, this orientative talk highlighted the importance of pursuing STEM career paths. The presentation explored the highly multidisciplinary nature of the space sector, inspiring students to believe that even the most ambitious and visionary ideas can become reality.

Invited by
AIDIA, Lecco | Italy
When
March 2024
Format
In-person orientative talk

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SEDS Italy Space Conference 2023

SEDS Italy, Novara | Italy · Oct 2023

Served as the Event Manager for the largest space conference in Italy entirely organized by university students. Hosted in collaboration with the Università del Piemonte Orientale, the event was specifically designed to create a direct bridge between students and the aerospace industry. The initiative provided a crucial platform for networking, showcasing emerging technologies, and facilitating concrete career opportunities within the national space ecosystem.

Organized for
SEDS Italy, Novara | Italy
When
October 2023
Format
In-person Conference

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