The International Institute of Space Law is an independent non-governmental organisation dedicated to fostering the development of space law. The membership of the Institute is composed of elected individuals and institutions from almost fifty countries elected on the basis of their contributions to the field of space law or other social sciences related to space activities. In addition, prospective membership is open to students and young professionals with a demonstrated interest in space law.
The objective of the IISL is to promote the further development of space law and the expansion of the rule of law in the exploration and use of outer space for peaceful purposes. To this end, it holds meetings, colloquia and competitions on juridical and social science aspects of space activities, prepares studies and reports, publishes books, proceedings, reports and position papers, and cooperates with appropriate international organizations and national institutions in the field of space law.
The IISL is an organisation founded by the IAF and dedicated to the study, enhancement and harmonisation of Space Law.
The IISL is recognised as an expert body in this field. As such, it organised the workshop on "Space Law in the 21st century" which was held in the framework of the technical Forum of the International UNISPACE III Conference.
The IISL and the ECSL co-ordinate their work.
Jean-François Mayence
Space Research & Applications
