Space Law in the 21st Century

The World Affairs Council of Orange County invites you to an event that’s out of this world—literally.
As humanity ventures deeper into space, the laws guiding us must evolve just as boldly.

• Join us for an in-depth exploration of the complex legal questions surrounding commercial spaceflight, orbital operations, planetary protection, and more.
• From Earth to Orbit: Space Law in the 21st Century
• Tuesday, July 22, 2025 | 6:00–8:30 PM
• Rivian Theater, Laguna Beach

As the space race accelerates, the legal frontier is catching up. Join us for an unforgettable evening with legal experts from Rocket Lab, Virgin Galactic, and VAST, three of the world’s most innovative aerospace companies headquartered here in Southern California, as they break down how law and policy are evolving in real time to govern our presence in space.

• Moderated panel + audience Q&A
• Networking with industry leaders from aerospace, law, and global affairs
• Hosted reception in a stunning coastal venue
• Sponsored by Rivian & The Portia Project

Tickets $35 WACOC Members | $65 Non-Members
Register Now: https://worldaffairscouncil.org/.../save-the-date-space-law/

Be part of this defining conversation on the future of humanity beyond Earth—right here in Laguna Beach