World Space Week (WSW) 2023 is an important international event celebrated since 1999, according to a United Nations (UN) resolution. The week-long celebrations held from October 4 to 10 of every year, commemorate two milestones in Space exploration; the 4th October marking the launch of the first man-made satellite, Sputnik-1 in 1957, and the 10th October marking the day on which the UN declaration for peaceful uses of outer Space came into force in 1967.
SPACE celebrates WSW 2023 in October, every year:
SPACE encourages everybody to celebrate World Space Week all the way up to the 3rd week of October. We are organising a competition this WSW, the following are:
SAT From Trash Competition
National Astro-Toon Competition
National Astro Video Podcast
Registration Open till 15 October 2023: Register Now
Every year, World Space Week Association selects a theme as a guide for celebration. The theme for WSW 2023, “Space and Entrepreneurship”, recognizes the growing significance of the commercial space industry in space, and the increasing opportunities for space entrepreneurship and new benefits of space developed by space entrepreneurs. With miniaturization and decreasing launch costs, it is now possible for a small business to build and launch a small satellite, and for entrepreneurs to create valuable new data products for governments and industry.
The growth of World Space Week reflects widespread acceptance of this synchronized time frame to celebrate space, inspire students using space, and promote space programs, policies, and organizations. WSW 2023 will inspire students worldwide to study STEM and business, and offer space companies the opportunity to recruit the workforce needed for the expanding commercial space industry. It will also serve as a forum for important discussions on the transition of Low Earth Orbit to a more entrepreneurial ecosystem.
*Remember to submit your work on the respective category page.
SAT From Trash Competition
SPACE India cordially invites you to participate & submit entries for World Space Week (WSW) 2023. One of the exciting competitions lined up for this event is “SAT (Satellite) from Trash.” This competition not only showcases innovative thinking but also emphasizes the theme of “Space and Entrepreneurship.” This theme acknowledges the increasing importance of the space industry in the world of commerce and entrepreneurship. Come, be a part of this inspiring celebration of space exploration and entrepreneurial spirit!
About the Competition
Participants will prepare a non-working model of a satellite from trash, where trash stands for any in-expensive, discarded material with no utility.
Note: Use of any kind of batteries, electronic, and electrical gadgets are prohibited.
THEME: Space and Entrepreneurship
In 2023, World Space Week (WSW) focuses on “Space and Entrepreneurship.” This theme explores private sector challenges and contributions in space science and astronomy. It emphasises how space education fuels national economic growth by identifying opportunities for space enthusiasts to drive progress and economic development.
Category 1
1st - 2nd
Category 2
3th - 5th
Category 3
6th - 8th
Category 4
9th - 12th
Time Duration:
The duration of the clip while making the satellite can vary from 1 minutes to a maximum of 2 min and minimum two photos of the model are required
REGISTRATION Will start from 4th October 2023 till 15th October 2023. Register Now
Note: Participants have to upload the files on the submission link
SPACE India cordially invites you to participate & submit entries for World Space Week (WSW) 2023. One of the exciting competitions lined up for this event is “National Astro Toon Competition”. It not only showcases innovative thinking but also emphasizes the theme of “Space and Entrepreneurship.” This theme acknowledges the increasing importance of the space industry in the world of commerce and entrepreneurship. Come, be a part of this inspiring celebration of space exploration and entrepreneurial spirit!
Categories
This competition is open to all age groups.
Category 1: Class 1st to 2nd (Only one cartoon panel on A-4 Sheet)
Category 2: Class 3rd to 5th (Only one cartoon panel on A-4 Sheet)
Category 3: Class 6th to 8th (Storyline Cartoons strip of 4 to 6 cartoon images on A-3 Sheet)
Category 4: Class 9th to 12th (Storyline Cartoons strip of 4 to 6 cartoon images on A-3 Sheet)
Category 5: Adults (Storyline Cartoons strip of 4 to 6 cartoon images on A-3 Sheet)
Theme: Space and Entrepreneurship
In 2023, World Space Week (WSW) focuses on “Space and Entrepreneurship.” This theme explores private sector challenges and contributions in space science and astronomy. It emphasises how space education fuels national economic growth by identifying opportunities for space enthusiasts to drive progress and economic development.
REGISTRATION:Registrations would begin on the 4th October and would end on 15th October 2023. Register Now
The three best entries in each category will be awarded prizes. Winners will receive appreciation certificates and Space goodies by SPACE.
1st Prize : Telescope, Trophy & Certificate
2nd Prize : Trophy & Certificate
3rd Prize : Trophy & Certificate
Terms & Conditions
Only 1 Cartoon strip per student will be accepted.
Class I to V students have to make a single-panel cartoon. Multiple panels will not be accepted.
Category from class VI to XII and Adults can create multiple panels (Minimum 4 and maximum 6) within the sheet to present their storyline.
The participants should do their signature at the bottom right corner of the sheet along with his/her name, class, and institution name. Cartoons should be neatly drawn over. Any color can be used.
Cartoons will be judged on the basis of originality, technique, style, composition, context, creativity, and imagination as well as relevance to the theme.
National Infographic Competition
SPACE invites entries for the annual WSW “National Infographic Competition” on the theme “Space and Sustainability” announced by World Space Week for Space enthusiasts. An infographic (information graphic) is a representation of information in a graphic format designed to make the data easily understandable at a glance. Participants can make infographics related to Astronomy and Space Science preferably Space and Sustainability, and participate in a friendly competition.
Categories
Category 1: 6th -8th
Category 2: 9th -12th
Category 3: Adults
Registration
It will start from 4th October 2022 till 22nd October 2022.
The three best entries in each category will be awarded prizes. Winners will receive appreciation certificates and Space goodies.
Terms & Conditions
The Infographics will be submitted digitally in .jpeg, .jpg, .png.
Only 1 infographic per participant will be accepted.
Infographics will be judged on the basis of originality, technique, style, composition, context, creativity, and imagination.
We may ask the participants to submit editable files of the infographics if required.
By submitting the infographics in the competition, participants have to provide SPACE the right to publish, adapt, distribute, copy, display or translate in printed or electronic platforms.
National Astro Video Podcast Competition
SPACE India cordially invites you to participate & submit entries for the World Space Week (WSW) 2023. One of the exciting competitions lined up for this event is “National Astro Video Podcast Competition.” This competition not only showcases innovative thinking but also emphasizes the theme of “Space and Entrepreneurship.” This theme acknowledges the increasing importance of the space industry in the world of commerce and entrepreneurship. Come, be a part of this inspiring celebration of space exploration and entrepreneurial spirit!
Topic & Categories
The themes for the year 2023 are:-
Category 1 [Class 1st – 3rd] = Chandamama Tour Ke
Category 2 [Class 4th – 5th] = Recent Discoveries in Space
Category 3 [Class 6th – 9th] = Space Debris and Waste Collection
Category 4 [Class 10th – 12th] = Space and Sustainability (Sustainable Development Goals by UN)
Category 5 [Adult] = Space Entrepreneurship
Any scientific aids or models can be used to explain the contributions.
The mode of explaining the theme can be a Demonstration, Presentation, Interaction or Interview.
For example –
Explaining the topic with a self-made presentation or photographs (can be used from the internet with proper credits).
Interacting or interviewing a group of people to highlight the theme
Registration
Shoot a video based on the topics as defined for each age category.
Post on any social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter), keeping Privacy Settings as Public, It is compulsory to tag @SPACEIndiaEdu (for Facebook), @Spacian (for Twitter), and @space_india (for Instagram) and use hashtags #SPACEIndia#WorldSpaceWeek #WSW2023 #WSW2023withSpaceIndia
Registrations will begin on the 4th October, 2023 and close on 15th October, 2023 Register Now
The video should introduce only ONE participant. Volunteers can be involved
More than one person might be involved in the creation of the Astro Video Podcast but only one person can get registered.
No Team registration will be accepted.
Results & Awards
In each category 1st, 2nd & 3rd Prize will be given and one most popular Video will be selected from the overall categories.
Likes and shares on the videos will be counted till 15th October 2023 and final results will be announced on 6th November, 2023.
SPACE India would extend appreciation to the winners by giving them certificates along with Space goodies.
Certificate of Participation shall be shared with all participants.
Winners will get an Appreciation Certificate recognized by SPACE India with Space goodies. Participants will be given certificates for their efforts.
1st Prize : Telescope, Trophy & Certificate
2nd Prize : Trophy & Certificate
3rd Prize : Trophy & Certificate
Video format and duration
Format used for the video should be .mpeg, .mov, .avi, .mp4, etc.
Duration of the video must not exceed 2 Minutes.
Video shooting parameters
The video can be shot using a webcam, phone video recorder, video camcorders, digital cameras and DSLR.
Audio needs to be clear and audible.
Common and easily available software can be used for editing.
Selection parameter
The entries will be judged on the following basis:
Creativity and originality in presenting the topic.
Employing interesting and creative modes and teaching aids to explain the topic.
Scientific approach of the video and correct use of scientific terms.
Innovative ideas, messages or thoughtsshould be delivered in an original and imaginative way.
Note: The likes generated on the shared video will not be considered.
Most Popular: There will be only one winner out of all the entries. The maximum number of likes generated on the video link that is registered will be considered. The likes generated on the shared video will not be considered.
Important Note
For the award category of Most Popular likes the video with a fake profile will be discarded.
The podcasts will be judged based on the originality of the idea, science content, clarity of the concept, and its delivery along with usage of aids.
By submitting your video, you are promising that you own all rights to all material in your video, including the music, images, script, and rights to include all persons, places or organizations included or depicted. SPACE India will have distribution rights for non-commercial use, and video makers will have co-distribution rights for either public or commercial use. You also agree to allow SPACE India to use your name, identification, and likeness to use, promote or publicize your video in any manner, without limitation, and without further compensation.
This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with, Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. By submitting your video, you agree to release Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter of any and all liability associated with this contest.
Register Your Own Event
Plan an Activity/Event: Identify and plan space-related activities using the list of events as suggested by SPACE on the next page, or any other Astronomy activity that you choose. The plan should be for 4-10 Oct during the WSW, but as it coincides with holidays in a few regions of India and WSW accepts events till the end of Oct, you can plan for any time in October. We prefer the timeline of 4th October – 15th October.
Register your Event on WSW: The interested students and institutions will register the events with us by 15th October by mentioning SPACE India before School Name e.g.: SPACE India – GD Goenka Public School on the online link provided.
Publicize the Event: Post about your event on Social Networking – using hashtags #WSW2021 and #SPACEIndia. Use the World Space Week name and logo, and the SPACE logo in your posters and flyers.
Conduct the Event: Conduct the activity as per your plan. Be sure to take some pictures and note down information such as the number of attendees, to use these in the final report.
Report your Event: After your event concludes, please submit your report and pictures to SPACE. A report format is included as an attachment. Submit from 4th Oct to 15th Oct. All previously registered events will be updated using these reports on the WSW by SPACE. All photos will be submitted by SPACE.
WSW Certificates Everyone who has completed the following steps will be given a WSW certificate for Registration of the event on the WSW website by 14th October and the submission of the report by 16th October.
SPACE Astronomy Talks (SAT)
A set of well-known people in unusual roles or projects in astronomy will be invited for a series of hangouts open to the public. SPACE will set up and announce Google Hangouts to the public and schools via the Website and social media will be updated with dates and names/links. Invitations to be sent to a few prominent people in unusual positions in Astronomy. Hangouts will be scheduled in the week of 4 – 10 October.
Dates for Sat Talk Series are –
Stay tuned for more updates on scheduled talks!
Achievements
SPACE has been very active in WSW:
SPACE schools have conducted a large number of events for WSW
1000+ events done by SPACE schools over the years
About 80% of events reported from India are by SPACE
SPACE Foundation President Mr Sachin Bahmba is the National Coordinator for WSW
Outreach
SPACE India is active on many social media platforms, like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. Please follow SPACE India on these channels!
Plan your WSW Event between October 4- 20
Register your event on the Link
Use the WSW India poster to publicize your event.
Use social media before, during and after the event:
World Space Week 2023
Overview
World Space Week (WSW) 2023 is an important international event celebrated since 1999, according to a United Nations (UN) resolution. The week-long celebrations held from October 4 to 10 of every year, commemorate two milestones in Space exploration; the 4th October marking the launch of the first man-made satellite, Sputnik-1 in 1957, and the 10th October marking the day on which the UN declaration for peaceful uses of outer Space came into force in 1967.
SPACE celebrates WSW 2023 in October, every year:
SPACE encourages everybody to celebrate World Space Week all the way up to the 3rd week of October. We are organising a competition this WSW, the following are:
Every year, World Space Week Association selects a theme as a guide for celebration. The theme for WSW 2023, “Space and Entrepreneurship”, recognizes the growing significance of the commercial space industry in space, and the increasing opportunities for space entrepreneurship and new benefits of space developed by space entrepreneurs. With miniaturization and decreasing launch costs, it is now possible for a small business to build and launch a small satellite, and for entrepreneurs to create valuable new data products for governments and industry.
The growth of World Space Week reflects widespread acceptance of this synchronized time frame to celebrate space, inspire students using space, and promote space programs, policies, and organizations. WSW 2023 will inspire students worldwide to study STEM and business, and offer space companies the opportunity to recruit the workforce needed for the expanding commercial space industry. It will also serve as a forum for important discussions on the transition of Low Earth Orbit to a more entrepreneurial ecosystem.
*Remember to submit your work on the respective category page.
SAT From Trash Competition
SPACE India cordially invites you to participate & submit entries for World Space Week (WSW) 2023. One of the exciting competitions lined up for this event is “SAT (Satellite) from Trash.” This competition not only showcases innovative thinking but also emphasizes the theme of “Space and Entrepreneurship.” This theme acknowledges the increasing importance of the space industry in the world of commerce and entrepreneurship. Come, be a part of this inspiring celebration of space exploration and entrepreneurial spirit!
About the Competition
Participants will prepare a non-working model of a satellite from trash, where trash stands for any in-expensive, discarded material with no utility.
Note: Use of any kind of batteries, electronic, and electrical gadgets are prohibited.
THEME: Space and Entrepreneurship
In 2023, World Space Week (WSW) focuses on “Space and Entrepreneurship.” This theme explores private sector challenges and contributions in space science and astronomy. It emphasises how space education fuels national economic growth by identifying opportunities for space enthusiasts to drive progress and economic development.
Category 1
1st - 2nd
Category 2
3th - 5th
Category 3
6th - 8th
Category 4
9th - 12th
Time Duration:
The duration of the clip while making the satellite can vary from 1 minutes to a maximum of 2 min and minimum two photos of the model are required
REGISTRATION Will start from 4th October 2023 till 15th October 2023. Register Now
Note: Participants have to upload the files on the submission link
Submit Your Work Here
Awards
Three best entries in each category will be awarded prizes. Winners will receive appreciation certificates and Space goodies by SPACE.
For Technical Information About Parts of a Satellite, Refer to the Below Links:
Materials to Be Used / Not to Be Used in the Satellite Model:
Note:
To be kept in mind during model making:
Judging Parameters:
The models will be judged on the following parameters.
Photographs of satellite models as examples:
In case of any other queries, you can contact us at outreach@space-india.com
National Astro Toon Competition
SPACE India cordially invites you to participate & submit entries for World Space Week (WSW) 2023. One of the exciting competitions lined up for this event is “National Astro Toon Competition”. It not only showcases innovative thinking but also emphasizes the theme of “Space and Entrepreneurship.” This theme acknowledges the increasing importance of the space industry in the world of commerce and entrepreneurship. Come, be a part of this inspiring celebration of space exploration and entrepreneurial spirit!
Categories
This competition is open to all age groups.
Theme: Space and Entrepreneurship
In 2023, World Space Week (WSW) focuses on “Space and Entrepreneurship.” This theme explores private sector challenges and contributions in space science and astronomy. It emphasises how space education fuels national economic growth by identifying opportunities for space enthusiasts to drive progress and economic development.
REGISTRATION: Registrations would begin on the 4th October and would end on 15th October 2023. Register Now
Submit your artwork by 15th October 2023.
Submit Your Work Here
Winners will be announced on 6th November, 2023
Awards
The three best entries in each category will be awarded prizes. Winners will receive appreciation certificates and Space goodies by SPACE.
Terms & Conditions
National Infographic Competition
SPACE invites entries for the annual WSW “National Infographic Competition” on the theme “Space and Sustainability” announced by World Space Week for Space enthusiasts. An infographic (information graphic) is a representation of information in a graphic format designed to make the data easily understandable at a glance. Participants can make infographics related to Astronomy and Space Science preferably Space and Sustainability, and participate in a friendly competition.
Categories
Registration
It will start from 4th October 2022 till 22nd October 2022.
Submit your infographic on –
Submit Your Work
Awards
The three best entries in each category will be awarded prizes. Winners will receive appreciation certificates and Space goodies.
Terms & Conditions
National Astro Video Podcast Competition
SPACE India cordially invites you to participate & submit entries for the World Space Week (WSW) 2023. One of the exciting competitions lined up for this event is “National Astro Video Podcast Competition.” This competition not only showcases innovative thinking but also emphasizes the theme of “Space and Entrepreneurship.” This theme acknowledges the increasing importance of the space industry in the world of commerce and entrepreneurship. Come, be a part of this inspiring celebration of space exploration and entrepreneurial spirit!
Topic & Categories
For example –
Registration
Registrations will begin on the 4th October, 2023 and close on 15th October, 2023 Register Now
Submit Your Work Here
Winners will be announced on 6th November, 2023
Participation
Results & Awards
Winners will get an Appreciation Certificate recognized by SPACE India with Space goodies. Participants will be given certificates for their efforts.
Video format and duration
Video shooting parameters
Selection parameter
The entries will be judged on the following basis:
Note: The likes generated on the shared video will not be considered.
Most Popular: There will be only one winner out of all the entries. The maximum number of likes generated on the video link that is registered will be considered. The likes generated on the shared video will not be considered.
Important Note
Register Your Own Event
Plan an Activity/Event: Identify and plan space-related activities using the list of events as suggested by SPACE on the next page, or any other Astronomy activity that you choose. The plan should be for 4-10 Oct during the WSW, but as it coincides with holidays in a few regions of India and WSW accepts events till the end of Oct, you can plan for any time in October. We prefer the timeline of 4th October – 15th October.
Register your Event on WSW: The interested students and institutions will register the events with us by 15th October by mentioning SPACE India before School Name e.g.: SPACE India – GD Goenka Public School on the online link provided.
Publicize the Event: Post about your event on Social Networking – using hashtags #WSW2021 and #SPACEIndia. Use the World Space Week name and logo, and the SPACE logo in your posters and flyers.
Conduct the Event: Conduct the activity as per your plan. Be sure to take some pictures and note down information such as the number of attendees, to use these in the final report.
Report your Event: After your event concludes, please submit your report and pictures to SPACE. A report format is included as an attachment. Submit from 4th Oct to 15th Oct. All previously registered events will be updated using these reports on the WSW by SPACE. All photos will be submitted by SPACE.
WSW Certificates Everyone who has completed the following steps will be given a WSW certificate for Registration of the event on the WSW website by 14th October and the submission of the report by 16th October.
SPACE Astronomy Talks (SAT)
A set of well-known people in unusual roles or projects in astronomy will be invited for a series of hangouts open to the public. SPACE will set up and announce Google Hangouts to the public and schools via the Website and social media will be updated with dates and names/links. Invitations to be sent to a few prominent people in unusual positions in Astronomy. Hangouts will be scheduled in the week of 4 – 10 October.
Dates for Sat Talk Series are –
Stay tuned for more updates on scheduled talks!
Achievements
SPACE has been very active in WSW:
SPACE schools have conducted a large number of events for WSW
1000+ events done by SPACE schools over the years
About 80% of events reported from India are by SPACE
SPACE Foundation President Mr Sachin Bahmba is the National Coordinator for WSW
Outreach
SPACE India is active on many social media platforms, like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. Please follow SPACE India on these channels!
Plan your WSW Event between October 4- 20
Register your event on the Link
Use the WSW India poster to publicize your event.
Use social media before, during and after the event:
Twitter handle @WSW_INDIA, hashtags: #SpaceIndia, #WorldSpaceWeekIndia, #worldspaceweek2019, #WSW2019, #WorldSpaceWeek, @Spacian, @WSW_INDIA
Facebook: World Space Week India, hashtags: #WSW2019, #WorldSpaceWeekIndia, #worldspaceweek2019, #WorldSpaceWeek, @SPACEIndiaEdu, @WorldSpaceWeekIndia
Instagram: space_india , hashtags: #WSW2019 #worldspaceweek #worldspaceweek2019 #SPACEIndia
Hold the event!
Report back the results of the event on outreach@space-india.com.