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Membership Overview

Membership Overview

Benefits of DA Global Membership

DA Global believes in the power of global education to drive student and institutional success. Through best practices, professional development, and innovative student success resources, we empower individuals and organizations to enhance student achievement and career readiness through global learning. Our commitment to operational excellence, expanding professional learning, and developing practical tools ensures that members have the knowledge, networks, and resources to thrive. 

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DA Global’s Areas of Practice

DA Global’s work centers on four areas of practice— Global Education Strategy & Alignment, Global Access & Opportunity, Technology & Digital Strategy, and People Development & SUccess — through which DA Global guides its partners with the strategies and tools to optimize international initiatives for all stakeholders.

Global Education Strategy & Alignment

Align global education—learning, mobility, and partnerships—with measurable student outcomes: retention, completion, career readiness.

Global Access & Opportunity

 Design engagement strategies that expand access to global education, ensure duty of care, and drive impact while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Technology & Digital Strategy

Helping institutions harness technology and digital tools to scale global learning, expand access, and drive measurable student and institutional outcomes

People Development & Success

Design programs that attract, retain, and advance talent with diverse and global perspectives for roles in education and industry.

Value of Membership

For Institutions & Organizations

Membership provides institutions with strategic insights, best practices, and a global network to strengthen international engagement, enhance student success, and align global education with institutional priorities. Through exclusive resources, consulting, and professional development, members gain the tools to expand access, improve student outcomes, and foster global-ready graduates.

For Individual Professionals

DA Global membership offers career-enhancing opportunities, including access to industry-leading research, professional learning, and networking with peers and thought leaders. Members gain practical strategies to support students, advance their careers, and contribute to global education innovation.

For Your Students

Institutions invest in DA Global membership to provide students with pathways to global learning, career readiness, and professional growth. Students benefit from access to funding, career resources, and exclusive programs that connect global experiences to long-term success in an increasingly interconnected world.

What Type of Institutions/Organizations Become Members?

  • U.S. and non-U.S. Institutions of Higher Education
  • Community Colleges
  • Professional Schools
  • Education Organizations
  • Education & International Affairs Associations
  • K-12 Schools
  • Government Agencies
  • Companies Interested in Building a Globally Competent Workforce

Who Should Consider Membership

  • Higher Education Administrators
  • International Education Professionals
  • Faculty Members
  • Secondary Institution Administrators
  • Employers
  • Student Affairs / Career Services Professionals
  • Diversity & Inclusion Professionals
  • Representatives from Government Agencies 
  • Admissions/Student Affairs Professionals Graduate Students
  • Graduate Students

Membership Justification

Looking to become a member of DA Global but need support to secure funding? The example justification letter included below offers a framework to articulate the value of joining. Individuals can personalize their request, highlighting how membership aligns with organizational goals, offers professional development opportunities, enhances student impact, fosters networking, and ultimately serves as a cost-effective investment. The detailed points provided can be tailored to showcase the direct benefits and alignment with the organization’s commitment to student success, making a compelling case for joining DA Global.

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