About

The Science Awareness Platform's vision is to present and excite South Africans with the best and affordable Science and Technology Awareness facilities and activities.

We generate new ideas and bring them to life through Science and Technology Awareness and interactive experiences. By raising the awareness of science through exploration, exhibitions and actual experience, the team inspires people about the wonder and application of science.

Our goals are to:

• Increase participation of schools and the public in Science & Technology awareness,
• Provide learning and enjoyment of S&T through exhibitions, science shows and other available science facilities, and
• Motivate young people to pursue innovative and entrepreneurial careers by identifying and nurturing talent among the youth.

The Science Awareness Platform's strategy is underpinned by the national government strategies which are focussed on improving the lives of ordinary members of South African society.

The key objectives are to:

• Promote science and technology outreach through a suite of integrated programmes,
• Develop supporting, integrated infrastructure for high impact activities at all science promotion sites
• Increase the utilisation of the national facilities infrastructure – linking research, education and the community, and
• Coordinate science and technology network programmes.

The science awareness thrust of SAASTA has four key focus areas: Programmes, Exhibitions, Networks and Events.