The Space Education and Outreach Committee (SEOC) was created to: promote development and delivery of quality educational programs and learning opportunities in the space sector, Advocate for the development and delivery of quality STEAM (Science ,Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) outreach programs based on space activities, To engage with students participating in IAF activities, and develop dedicated programming as part of IAF activities for them, and to acknowledge and recognize innovative educators, and students involved in the space sector.
The committee achieved these goals through a series of Symposia organized as part of the International Astronautical Congress, a series of activities during IAC and a series of awards. It also collaborates closely with other IAF committees and external organizations focused on students and young professionals.