What does it mean to support underrepresented students in the study abroad field? Jul 3, 2024The rise in LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and disabled students studying abroad highlights the need for improved, equitable support systems from educators to ensure accessibility and inclusivity throughout their educational journey.
Advancing the Work of DEI in International Education Through Thought Leadership and Research May 9, 2024August 30, 2023 SUMMARY: This thought piece emphasizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in international education. It highlights the underrepresentation of scholars and organizations of color in thought leadership due to biases in academic...
Embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Work in a Sustainable Way May 9, 2024AUTHORS: Kelly Trail | Allegiant Global Partners Ryan Lorenz | Academic Solutions Seth Weil | CEA CAPA Education Abroad Andrea Blue | Grand Valley State University This article was contributed by the 2022-2023 Diversity Abroad Community of Practice for Strategy &...
Creating a Culture of Wellness in the International Education Workplace May 6, 2024By Tiffany Komon and Stephanie Ramin | May 6, 2024 “Burnout”, “stress”, and “workplace anxiety”, are likely not new concepts to anyone reading this post. As co-authors and passionate international education professionals, our interest in this...
Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Are Essential to the Future of International Education Apr 17, 2024Now more than ever, as a field and individually, we must be clear about our ‘why’ for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our why has to be more than ‘it’s the right thing to do’. It is–but it’s much more. In this article, Diversity Abroad CEO & Founder, Andrew Gordon, highlights the importance of the centering global inclusive excellence in the field of international education.
Exploring Disability Access Abroad through Smart (City) Programming Nov 1, 2023This session will share a case study of a unique short-term study abroad program that integrates the study of disability access and smart city technologies.
Top Tips for Supporting International Students from India Sep 20, 2023Check out this useful tip sheet, created by the 2022 – 2023 Diversity Abroad Community of Practice for the Region of Asia & Pacific Islands, for international student advisors working with international students from India.
Did You Drink the Kool-Aid? Jun 26, 2023Explore post-pandemic study abroad, highlighting diversity, student support, and the lasting effects of COVID-19 on international education from the perspectives of university professionals.
Do Parents Need to be Included too? Jun 26, 2023Discover how involving parents and support networks in study abroad planning empowers underserved students, enhances inclusivity, and creates a more supportive environment for diverse international experiences.
Bridging The Gap Between Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Global Learning Jun 11, 2023Students’ identities impact their global learning experience. Home and host institutions should prepare and support them through diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) challenges abroad. Strategies to bridge the DEI-global learning gap are discussed.
