Mission ShakthiSAT
A global, all-girls space education mission that introduces school students to space science, satellite systems, and collaborative problem-solving.
Program overview
Mission ShakthiSAT is a global, all-girls space education mission introducing school students to space science, satellite systems, and collaborative problem-solving through an all-female-led lunar mission framework. The program centres equitable access and gives girls a structured way to engage with space technology and STEM.
Global reach
Mission ShakthiSAT engages 12,000 girls from 108 countries through 120 hours of hands-on STEM training. Its global format connects participants across borders while using a shared space mission to develop technical understanding and collaborative skills.
Australia participation
AIMERS Foundation is an Australian technology not-for-profit supporting partnership development for Mission ShakthiSAT. AIMERS Founder and President Sukruti Narayanan serves as Global Head of Partnerships for the mission, connecting the Foundation’s work in education, community engagement, media, and space technology with the international initiative.
Australian schools, educators, councils, STEM organisations, universities, and community organisations can contact AIMERS Foundation to discuss participation or collaboration. Participation remains subject to the mission’s eligibility, registration windows, and onboarding process. AIMERS does not currently publish an Australia-specific participant total.
Educational outcomes
Participants build knowledge and capabilities in:
- Space science and satellite systems — an introduction to mission design and operations
- STEM learning — practical, hands-on engagement designed to expand access for girls
- Systems thinking — understanding complex systems and their interdependencies
- Global teamwork — collaborative problem-solving across countries and cultures
Partner organisations
AIMERS Foundation’s verified role is in partnership development for Mission ShakthiSAT. The Foundation welcomes conversations with organisations that can support education delivery, subject-matter learning, community access, technology, events, or responsible public communication.
External organisations are only identified as Mission ShakthiSAT partners on this website after their involvement is confirmed for public listing. Organisations interested in a verified collaboration can review the AIMERS partnership pathways.
Schools and community participation
The mission is intended for school students, with a focus on girls and equitable access. Schools can register interest in cohort opportunities, while educators and community organisations can help learners and families understand eligibility, registration, orientation, and onboarding.
Because cohort timing can change, schools and community groups should use the Mission ShakthiSAT enquiry form for current participation information rather than relying on an earlier registration notice.
Media and recognition
Academic work by AIMERS Founder Sukruti Narayanan examining global engagement challenges surrounding Mission ShakthiSAT was presented at the 76th International Astronautical Congress in Sydney in 2025. Verified AIMERS Foundation videos, publications, and media reference information are available on the Media and Press page and in the AIMERS publications library.
How organisations can collaborate
Organisations can start a conversation with AIMERS about:
- school and educator participation
- university knowledge contributions and student pathways
- council and community access initiatives
- STEM and space education expertise
- technology resources and responsible technical mentoring
- event, media, and public-information support
AIMERS scopes collaborations around shared educational objectives, participant needs, delivery responsibilities, and information that both parties have approved for publication.
Contact and partnership enquiries
Schools, universities, councils, community groups, media outlets, and prospective Mission ShakthiSAT partners can contact AIMERS Foundation about Mission ShakthiSAT or explore options to partner with AIMERS Foundation.
Program Details
- Duration
- Mission-based program
- Format
- Global, collaborative
- Audience
- School students (all-girls mission)
- Eligibility
- School students; focus on girls and equitable access
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission ShakthiSAT?
A global, all-girls space education mission bringing together 12,000 girls from 108 countries to learn space science, satellite systems, and collaborative problem-solving through a real-world lunar satellite mission framework.
Who can participate?
School students; the initiative focuses on equitable access for girls and aims to build STEM learning, systems thinking, and global teamwork.