Unlocking Cooperation: Space Diplomacy

The world has entered a new space age. This moment presents a myriad of novel ethical questions and governance challenges that require collaboration across sectors and the creation of new pathways for multilateral cooperation.

On April 2 from 8:30am-9:30am ET, Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs and Northeastern University invite you to attend a critical convening on the future of international space governance, diplomacy, security, and sustainability. The event will feature an expert panel discussion followed by an audience Q&A.

Opening remarks: 

• Joel Rosenthal, President, Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs 

• Ron Sandler, Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Ethics Institute, Northeastern University. 

Moderator: 

• Zhanna Malekos Smith, Senior Associate, Aerospace Security Project and Strategic Technologies Program, CSIS; Space Consultant, MITRE Corporation

Panelists: 

• Mai'a Cross, Dean’s Professor of Political Science, International Affairs, and Diplomacy & Director of the Center for International Affairs and World Cultures, Northeastern University

• Diane Howard, Former Director of Commercial Space Policy, National Space Council - The White House; Principal, sur l’espace PLLC

• Ann C Thresher, Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Religion and Public Policy and Urban Affairs, Northeastern University