A Growing Coalition: The Scientists for Extraterrestrial Contact Initiative’ is Gaining Support

In recent months, our organization has garnered support from 30 scientists around the world who endorse its mission to help humanity prepare for potential contact with extraterrestrial civilizations. Our vision is to “understand, communicate, and collaborate with extraterrestrials, after their official arrival” — with the ultimate goal of unlocking scientific breakthroughs for the betterment of humankind.

As an international collaborative network, we are inviting scientists from a wide range of disciplines to engage in research, planning, and diplomacy aimed at responsibly managing the possibility of first contact. Our goals include:

• Fostering global scientific collaboration

• Promoting openness in society and government

• Supporting the idea and creation of an Embassy for Extraterrestrials — a neutral, welcoming site for diplomatic interaction once contact is established

We thank the Embassy for Extraterrestrials Project team for standing firmly behind the efforts of our promising new organization.

Credibility Through Diversity

On its public “Scientists Supporting the Initiative” list, SETCI names individuals holding advanced degrees in fields such as physics, biosciences, immunology, and virology — hailing from countries including Canada, the United States, South Korea, and Japan, to name a few.

Why Scientific Backing Matters — and Raises Important Questions

The emergence of a coordinated scientific group aligning with SETCI is significant. While there are long-standing efforts like the SETI Institute focused on detecting signs of intelligent life and understanding the increasing number of UFO sightings worldwide, most initiatives have stopped short of preparing humanity for actual contact and communication.

SETCI and its supporters argue that a structured, globally coordinated approach could help navigate the cultural, ethical, religious, and diplomatic complexities of such an unprecedented event. Our group emphasizes the role of scientists in shaping public opinion and governmental policy. Scientists “hold significant influence in society and with governments,” which could be pivotal in ensuring that any first contact is met with peace, constructive interaction, and respect, rather than confusion or fear.

Hope Beyond the Horizon

In an infinite universe filled with stars and habitable planets, more scientists are now stepping forward to say that if contact occurs, we must be ready — scientifically, culturally, and diplomatically.

Whether SETCI and its 30 signatories will ultimately shift the mainstream discourse in astrobiology or remain on the fringe is still unknown. What is clear, however, is that the conversation is growing louder, and perhaps, more urgent. As our telescopes, technologies, and public awareness evolve, so must our readiness.