'Dream of becoming an astronaut': Korea Foundation for the Advancement of Science and Creativity to host space talk concert at Gwacheon Science Museum

A special event is being organized for young people interested in aerospace, giving them a chance to share their dreams and experiences of pursuing a future in space.

The Korea Foundation for the Advancement of Science and Creativity announced it will hold a youth space talk concert titled "Questions Toward Space, SPACE TALK!" on Saturday at Eoulrim Hall of the National Science Museum in Gwacheon.

The event is designed to help the next generation of space talent navigate their career paths in the new space age and to share the experiences and growth stories of young people pursuing the field. The foundation is organizing the event with support from Hanwha and Boryeong, and the Korea AeroSpace Administration is a sponsor.

Science critic Lee Dok-sil will deliver a special lecture titled "Why Did They Want to Go to Space — The Past and Present of the Space Race."

Then, four young participants from Hanwha's space talent development program "Pebbles of the Universe" and the "HIS Youth" space science competition — co-hosted by the foundation and Boryeong — will share what drew them to the space field and their career journeys.

A session called "Space Talent Open Q&A Talk Show" will let young attendees ask questions directly and hear answers about aerospace. A separate participatory program, "Space Enthusiast Debate," will give attendees a chance to freely exchange views on space-related issues.

Jung Woo-sung, chairman of the Korea Foundation for the Advancement of Science and Creativity, said he hopes the event will help young people discover their dreams and potential in space and inspire them to take on new challenges. "We will expand private-sector cooperation in line with the new space age and continue our support for nurturing future space talent," he added.

Admission is free and open to all.