ESPI and Luiss School of Journalism and Data Lab are pleased to launch the second edition of the European training school for journalists, “From Space Journalism to Satellite Journalism: The Big Picture.” This pioneering initiative equips media professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to report on the rapidly evolving world of space activities and space-enabled data.

The ESPI Training School is a flagship initiative designed to equip diverse professional communities with the knowledge, tools, and networks necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of space activities and their intersection with policy, society, and industry.

Building on ESPI’s 2040 vision—Space for Prosperity, Peace & Future Generations—the Training School recognizes that realizing the full potential of space requires a multi-stakeholder approach. Space is not just a domain for scientists and engineers; it is increasingly central to journalism, policymaking, legislative processes, and broader societal challenges.

For more information about our Training Schools, or if you have questions, please contact:

• ESPI Education Officer Gillian Chin at Gillian.Chin@espi.eu
• Luiss Elisabetta Panico at epanico@luiss.it

This three-day intensive programme, offered to selected journalists, provides participants with the skills to analyse, interpret, and communicate key developments in the space sector. Participants will learn how to navigate the complexities of the industry and translate them into clear, compelling stories for their audiences, with a strong focus on real-world developments that are likely to shape the space agenda in the months ahead.

Led by leading space experts and experienced media professionals, the programme combines foundational insights into the space ecosystem with hands-on training in reporting on space policy, industry developments, and the growing use of satellite-derived data in journalism. By engaging with concrete, forward-looking case studies, participants will gain a deeper understanding of complex policy, technological, and market dynamics, while developing practical knowledge directly applicable to the stories they will cover.

At the end of the training school, participants will:

• again foundational knowledge of the technical, political, industrial, economic, and societal dimensions of space activities
• master best practices for producing high-quality and insightful reporting on space affairs
• learn to access, use, and interpret space-based data in journalistic work
• build networks with experts and professionals in the space sector

Download the detailed programme here.

Selection Procedure:

• Eligibility: Open to working, professional journalists.
• Selection: A maximum of 25 participants will be selected.
• Required Documents:
• Resume;
• Reference Letter from a media organisation, editor, or industry professional; and
• Two samples of work (newspaper/media articles).
• Selection Criteria:
• Proved journalism experience and professional background;
• Motivation explaining interest in space journalism; and
• At least one endorsement from referees (e.g., newspaper editor)

Timeline:

• Application Deadline: 12 June 2026 (Applications now open!)
• Communication to Successful Applicants: 19 June 2026
• Confirmation of Participation by Selected Candidates: 5 July 2026*

*Please note that your place in the course will only be confirmed once the course and/or registration fee has been paid.

Fees

The fee covers participation in the training, coffee breaks, lunches, and any meals or social activities outlined in the event programme.

• The Training School is €100 for professional journalists who meet the eligibility criteria.
• Up to four press officers from industry and/or the public sector will also be selected for the Training School, and if selected, will incur a fee of €2.000.

Travel & Accommodation

• Participants are kindly requested to arrange their own travel and accommodation.

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