Inspiring Girls in Pakistan With Yumna Majeed

November 20, 2024

Big Impact Astronomy

00:00 / 00:53:28

Yumna inspires girls in cities and isolated rural regions across Pakistan to reach for the stars. Often volunteering her time and resources to follow her passion, Yumna’s dedication inspires young Pakistanis to follow their dreams.

Episode Outline

🌟 Considered Mentally Challenged for Dreaming of Space: 2:06-5:40
🌌 Teaching About the Solar System: 6:48-8:57
🌠 Moved to Tears at a US Space Museum: 11:03-11:27
🚀 Exciting Kids in Pakistan About Space: 12:01-13:19
🎥 Why Share These Stories with the World: 15:17-16:03
📰 “Space News” Magazine in Urdu: 18:13-18:44
👩‍🔬 Girls Inspired to be Scientists: 22:41-22:55
🌍 Yumna’s Diverse Team and Their Space Dreams: 24:08-25:27
🌌 Universal Interest in Astronomy: 27:39-28:03
📚 Addiction to the Joy of Educating: 39:36-40:53
🔭 Passion and Frustration in Space Education: 41:36-44:22
📖 Magazine Contribution from a US Author: 50:58-52:55
💬 Value of Passion Over Money: 53:39-54:00

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