The IGARSS'09 technical program contained traditional IGARSS topics and a broader program to reflect the theme "Earth Observations - Origins to Applications."
The education and outreach portion of the conference were math and science students from disadvantaged communities in the Cape Town area, who were part of the University of Cape Town SHAWCO science enrichment program.
Students were shown the challenges and global responsibilities to map, evaluate, and observe the Earth’s environment through interactive workshops and displays. Several hands-on events were held specifically for students to increase their awareness of remote sensing and how it will affect their future.
Outreach co-coordinators for this event were Andiswa Mlisa, from Umvoto, Africa and Linda Hayden from Elizabeth City State University, U.S.A.
The IGARSS'09 technical program contained traditional IGARSS topics and a broader program to reflect the theme "Earth Observations - Origins to Applications."
The education and outreach portion of the conference were math and science students from disadvantaged communities in the Cape Town area, who were part of the 
