Since 2024, Viasat: Space for Good has engaged with over 10,000 students around the world and brought together governments, space agencies, and industry partners to provide opportunities for the next generation — turning access into action and transforming bold ideas into real-world capability.
We’re excited to announce our two-year program (2026-2027) with challenges for university students in India, Australia, the United Kingdom and Ireland, and The United States of America.
The 2025 Viasat: Space for Good Challenge expanded to the United States, United Kingdom, and India. The program invited university students — and A-Level students in the U.K. — to imagine bold, creative solutions that support the safe and sustainable use of space.
Each of the three phases of the program asked for a concrete deliverable that addressed the theme of using space technology to improve life on Earth. Every round's deliverable became more specific and robust, expanding on the previous round. Finalists were then matched with mentors to help the students with their final presentation.
Expanding the program globally in 2025 has also increased our student engagement. We connected with a diverse set of schools, teachers, and career professionals across the United States, UK, and India to inform them and their students of the program.
Student demographics in 2025:
The Viasat: Space for Good program, previously Viasat: Beyond Space was honored at the 2024 UK Business Culture Awards, receiving a High Commendation in the CSR and Corporate Sustainability category and as a finalist in the Next Generation category. This recognition underscores Viasat's commitment to fostering sustainability and inspiring future generations in STEM fields.