NASA Alters Artemis Program Messaging, Drops Diversity Milestones

In compliance with a Trump administration executive order, NASA has removed references to landing the first woman and first person of color on the Moon from its Artemis program materials.

• NASA has updated its Artemis program website, removing references to plans for landing the first woman and first person of color on the Moon.
• The changes follow a Trump administration executive order eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across federal agencies.
• The Artemis II mission, scheduled for 2026, will still feature a diverse crew, including the first woman, first person of color, and first international partner astronaut.
• The Artemis III mission, initially planned for 2027, faces delays and uncertainty regarding its timeline and crew composition.
• NASA’s updated program language now emphasizes technical advancements and exploration goals, such as the lunar South Pole landing, over diversity-related objectives.

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