1 00:00:01,040 --> 00:00:05,560 Hello, I'm JoAnn Morgan and I am so excited for Artemis I. 2 00:00:05,560 --> 00:00:09,510 This flight test will bring new knowledge to people on Earth and I am thrilled to see 3 00:00:09,510 --> 00:00:13,780 such a diverse team at the LCC making it happen. 4 00:00:13,780 --> 00:00:19,110 Firing Room 1 is a different sight today than when I was on console for Apollo 11. 5 00:00:19,110 --> 00:00:24,270 I was totally focused on doing my job and never thought about being the only woman in 6 00:00:24,270 --> 00:00:25,520 the room. 7 00:00:25,520 --> 00:00:31,230 Today, women at NASA are center directors and launch and flight directors, and have 8 00:00:31,230 --> 00:00:35,750 substantial roles in engineering, science and technical areas. 9 00:00:35,750 --> 00:00:40,820 This is so important for a new generation, the Artemis generation, to see how individuals 10 00:00:40,820 --> 00:00:43,720 are leaders and contributors to the mission. 11 00:00:43,720 --> 00:00:47,680 And for youth across America and the planet to see this as well. 12 00:00:47,680 --> 00:00:53,220 After fifty years, it is gratifying to see this change, and I can't wait to see what 13 00:00:53,220 --> 00:00:55,580 you all accomplish together.