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Strength of Pakistan: Scotmann Pharmaceuticals Celebrates Space Education
This video by Scotmann Pharmaceuticals highlights Yumna’s role in promoting space education in Pakistan, focusing on her impact on students and the broader community through hands-on space learning experiences.
TEDx Talk: Breaking Stereotypes, Inspiring Youth in Spa
Yumna delivered a TEDx Talk where she shared her inspirational journey in space education. She spoke about breaking stereotypes, overcoming challenges in Pakistan’s education system, and creating a platform for youth to engage with space sciences.
BBC Urdu: Bringing Space Exploration to Pakistani Schools
This prestigious award recognizes In this interview, our Founder speaks about her journey in space education, the importance of nurturing curiosity in science, and how she has worked to make space exploration more accessible to Pakistani youth.
UNOOSA Space For Our Planet Campaign: Shaping Future Space Enthusiasts
As part of the UNOOSA’s (United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs) “Space For Our Planet” campaign, Yumna shares her personal story of being discouraged from pursuing space sciences in school, but later creating space education initiatives, thereby shaping future generations of space enthusiasts.
Young Visionaries: 25 Under 25 Documentary Feature
This documentary features our Founder among other young achievers in Pakistan. It provides insight into her personal journey and passion for space education, inspiring the next generation to dream big and explore new frontiers.
92 NEWS HD: Engaging Students with Astronomy
A news segment highlighting Yumna’s work in engaging students with astronomy through hands-on activities and workshops. The feature focuses on her role as a space educator and how she is bringing space science into the mainstream in Pakistan.
BrightSide with Adeel Hashmi: Dreaming Big in Space Education
This video by Scotmann Pharmaceuticals highlights Yumna’s role in promoting space education in Pakistan, focusing on her impact on students and the broader community through hands-on space learning experiences.
Supercluster HQ Feature: One Woman’s Fight for Space Exploration in Pakistan
Supercluster HQ profiled Yumna in a feature that delves into her fight for space exploration in Pakistan, highlighting the challenges she overcame in a country where the space industry is still developing and how she made a mark as an advocate for astronomy.
Astronaut Scott Kelly's Signature: A Telescope for Exploration
In this video, Yumna shares the special moment when she received a telescope signed by renowned astronaut Scott Kelly. This gesture symbolized recognition of her efforts in making space education accessible and inspired countless students.
SGAC Asia Pacific Leadership Award 2019: Leading Pakistan in Space Education
Yumna was honored with this prestigious award by the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) in recognition of her leadership and dedication to promoting space education in Pakistan. The award is a significant acknowledgment within the global space community.
Exploring New Frontiers: Student Artwork Sent to Space
This video features a remarkable project by Exploration, where space-themed artwork, created by students in Pakistan, was sent to space. It highlights how Yumna Majeed’s initiative connected local creativity with global space exploration.
2024
T-MINUS AIAA Podcast: A Journey Into Space Education
In this episode, Yumna is interviewed on the T-MINUS podcast by AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics). She talks about her journey into space education, the programs she has developed in Pakistan, and the international recognition she has received for her work.
Devsinc: Innovating Space Education for the Youth of Pakistan
Yumna is featured by Devsinc, where she discusses her journey, the creation of Exploration, and how technology and education can converge to inspire curiosity about space among Pakistani youth.
The Sapiens Experience with Uzair: The Vision Behind Exploration
In this interview, Yumna dives deep into her personal story, her vision for the future of space education in Pakistan, and how she hopes to inspire others through her experiences as a space educator and advocate.
2023
PSL Hamaray Heroes: Yumna Majeed’s Journey in Space Education
As part of the HBL PSL cricket tournament, Yumna was featured as a "Hamaray Hero," a series celebrating Pakistani individuals making outstanding contributions to society. Yumna’s feature focused on her efforts to inspire youth through space exploration and education.
2022
SGAC Global Rising Star Award: A New Dawn for Space Advocacy
Yumna received this global award from SGAC, which celebrates her as a rising star in the space sector. The award highlights her ongoing contributions to space education and her impact on the global stage as a leader in space advocacy.
2021
Expresso Express News Feature: Space Awareness in Schools
In this TV interview, Yumna discusses her work with Exploration, her efforts to bring space awareness to schools, and the response of Pakistani students to these groundbreaking educational initiatives.
City 42: Engaging Students with Astronomy
A news segment highlighting Yumna’s work in engaging students with astronomy through hands-on activities and workshops. The feature focuses on her role as a space educator and how she is bringing space science into the mainstream in Pakistan.
Diana Award 2021: Honoring Leadership in Space Education
This prestigious award recognizes Yumna’s commitment to space education and her advocacy for gender equality in the space sector. It is an international accolade that honors young leaders making significant social or humanitarian contributions.
2020
25 Under 25: The News Recognizes Yumna Majeed
Yumna was recognized as one of the shortlisted candidates in this prestigious award celebrating 25 young Pakistanis under 25 who have achieved remarkable success in their respective fields. Her work in space education stood out as an innovative and impactful contribution.
MIT Technology Review Feature: Creating Space for Pakistan
This article highlights Yumna’s groundbreaking work in space education, focusing on her journey from a school kid told that "space has no scope in Pakistan" to creating opportunities for thousands of students through her organization, Exploration.
UNICEF Spotlight: Space for All
This video, produced by UNICEF, showcases Yumna’s mission to bring space education to children in Pakistan, discussing her work with underprivileged students and the broader impact of her initiatives.
2019
Ufone Feature 2019: Inspiring the Next Generation in Astronomy
This feature by Ufone profiles Yumna’s work in popularizing astronomy and her journey in promoting space sciences across Pakistan. It emphasizes how she inspires the youth and her efforts to break barriers in a field traditionally overlooked in the country.
Going Viral with Space Education: An SGAC Interview
In this SGAC interview, Yumna talks about her mission to “go viral” with space education. She shares the challenges and triumphs of bringing space awareness to Pakistani schools and the broader community, making astronomy more engaging for youth.