OUR STORY

WeHeartSpace

, A global nonprofit dedicated to fostering a deep love for space and empowering passionate individuals worldwide. Initially launched as the

Smile Africa Foundation (SAF)

In Africa, the organization has since evolved into a global initiative, transcending borders and bringing together space enthusiasts from all walks of life.

At the forefront of this inspiring journey is

Kelvin Arkhurst Odoom

, The visionary founder of WeHeartSpace. Growing up in Ghana, Kelvin nurtured a profound passion for the aerospace industry, a dream that took root during his teenage years. Though limited resources and opportunities once held his aspirations back, he now channels those early challenges into a force for change, ensuring that others can follow their space-bound dreams.

The

Space Career Academy

, WeHeartSpace’s flagship initiative, is more than just a program—it’s a global catalyst for transformation. It’s designed to help space enthusiasts and dreamers launch their ambitions, providing education, mentorship, and resources to propel careers into the stratosphere. By connecting individuals across continents, WeHeartSpace aims to ignite imaginations and open the door to endless opportunities in the aerospace industry.

ABOUT US

Our Mission

SPARKING INNOVATION

The Space Career Academy at Weheartspace Foundation aims to promote inclusivity and empower the next generation of BIPOC aerospace leaders through education, mentorship, and resources." We also simplify STEAM education through our mission by encouraging skilled professionals and graduate students to volunteer their time for online and offline teaching and mentoring.

Our Vision 👁️

Growing BIPOC communities interested in space.

Emerging Space Nations a as a source of innovation and influence in the global space economy

The African Space Alliance is a forward-thinking closed community that serves as a vibrant hub for African space enthusiasts, graduates, and young professionals, connecting them through an online forum and an extended accelerator program. In collaboration with companies, schools, and organizations, sparking collaboration and discussions to shape the future of the African aerospace sector.The organization envisions launching missions from its own soil and fostering global collaboration.

Our Values

Only the Best

WeHeartSpace is driven by values of inclusivity, passion for learning, innovation, empowerment, creativity, collaboration, resilience, global perspective, and ethical leadership. These values guide our mission to inspire and empower African youth to pursue space careers, particularly in space exploration and entrepreneurship.

Our Approach


Outstanding Quality

Turning classrooms into launchpads, educators into mentors, and dreams into reality, propelling Africa into the global space community

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