LOCAL EVENT / JORDAN
ABOUT NASA SPACE APPS CHALLENGE
NASA Space Apps Challenge is the largest annual global hackathon, bringing together a worldwide community of innovators to use NASA's data and Space Agency Partner data to address real-world challenges on Earth and in space.
NASA SPACE APPS IN JORDAN
Following the successful 2025 edition in Jordan, MENA ORG is continuing to host the NASA Space Apps Challenge Local Event in Jordan in 2026, bringing the experience to Amman & Aqaba.
ORGANIZED BY MENA ORG
MENA ORG is a women-led organization dedicated to advancing STEM education, space exploration, innovation, and youth development across the region.
OUR ROLE
As the local organizer of NASA Space Apps Challenge in Jordan, MENA ORG brings together youth, STEM communities, industry, academia, and the wider innovation ecosystem to create a collaborative environment where ideas can evolve into real-world solutions.
MEET THE FOUNDER
Eng. Salam Abualhayjaa
Founder & CEO, MENA ORG
Jordanian astronaut candidate and space systems engineer dedicated to inspiring the next generation of space innovators.
LOCAL LEADERSHIP
Eng. Wessam Sweiss
Amman Local Lead
Kamal Dia
Aqaba Local Lead
Leading the local execution of NASA Space Apps Challenge 2026 across Amman and Aqaba.