At 28-year-old Edward Ndopu has his sights set on making history as the first disabled South African in outer space. Ndopu was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy at birth, but has defied his prognosis. Now, he is breaking barriers to create awareness around disability justice.
Ndopu will be collaborating with the United Nations to achieve the landmark of becoming the first wheelchair user to go to space. In preparation for his trip, he is currently receiving medical support from his doctors and pharmaceutical company.
Behind Ndopu’s mission into space is the goal of addressing the United Nations from the International Space Station on Disability Day next year, as a call to action on disability justice and Sustainable Development Goals.
Follow Edward Ndopu’s journey here.
