Sara Sabry

Sara Sabry is an astronaut, activist, and advocate for change. As the first Egyptian astronaut, the first Arab woman in space, and the first woman from the African continent to go to space, Sabry has made history with her contributions to space exploration.

Sabry founded and serves as executive director of Deep Space Initiative (DSI), a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing accessibility and opportunity in the space field while enabling deep space exploration for all. Her leadership has enabled DSI to provide opportunities in research and education that are open to all audiences, regardless of nationality or resources.

As a PhD student in Aerospace Sciences, Sabry is currently conducting research at the NASA-funded Humanspaceflight lab. Along with her impressive contributions to the space field, Sabry has expertise in several areas including Mechatronics, Robotic Surgery, Stem Cell Development, Augmented Reality, Formula 3 Car design, and Bioastronautics.

Sabry, an acclaimed international speaker, is dedicated to amplifying the representation of Egyptians, Africans, and Arabs on global platforms. Through the lens of her remarkable journey to space, she inspires audiences to conquer life's challenges and to look beyond borders. Sabry shares insights on transitioning from engineering to entrepreneurship, recounts her journey to space and the Overview Effect, and emphasizes the pivotal role of Space Tech in addressing urgent climate issues on Earth.

A passionate advocate for equality and a staunch human rights activist, Sabry champions inclusivity on the world stage. She actively engages in humanitarian work, focusing on addressing human rights issues globally. Through her advocacy efforts, Sabry works to empower marginalized communities and promote social justice for all.

Her humanitarian efforts in the space industry earned her the prestigious IAF Emerging Space Leader award, STEAM Innovation award, Space Future award among many others and has been featured in major news outlets worldwide including CNN, Forbes, Vogue, BBC, CNBC, and France24. Sara Sabry's accomplishments as an astronaut, leader, entrepreneur, and advocate demonstrate her dedication to making a positive impact on the world, and she continues to inspire and motivate others to pursue their dreams.