The Forgotten Women Who Helped Launch the Space Age

7. The Visionaries: Women Leading Space Policy and Advocacy

Women have also played key roles in shaping space policy and advocacy, ensuring that the benefits of space exploration are shared globally. Lori Garver, former Deputy Administrator of NASA, has been a leading advocate for commercial spaceflight and international cooperation in space exploration. Her efforts have helped to democratize access to space, paving the way for private companies to participate in space missions. Garver's work demonstrates the impact of visionary leadership in expanding the frontiers of space exploration and highlights the importance of diverse perspectives in policy-making.