Voyaging to Antarctica with Homeward Bound this November certainly makes this year's Thanksgiving an unusual one. But for me, this holiday isn’t about a particular American narrative and all the complexities that come with it. Rather, I think it’s a wonderful opportunity to deeply engage in gratitude, with the people I care about most, no matter where we call home.

How can we (re)tell the story of the moon landing to make it more inclusive, inspiring, and empowering? It’s easy to focus on the men who first set foot on the lunar surface. But an estimated 400,000 men and women helped send them there—and bring them safely home. Read on to find out how the story of the first moon landing can help you create a better future for all.