Institute of International Education (IIE)

We are thrilled to see this historic achievement at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Achieving gender parity is critical to global progress, and at IIE, we aim to lead the way in creating more pathways for women to succeed.

Through our new Global Community for Women's Leadership, we will provide resources and a global network to advance their leadership in their careers, education, and communities.

In A First, Half The Athletes In The Paris Olympics Will Be Female The Paris Olympics will have gender equality. The announcement comes at a time when the popularity of women's sports in the U.S. has been surging.

This spring, our Higher Education Initiatives team visited the campus of James Madison University, a higher education institution taking advantage of IIE’s full range of programs and services to advance its international education goals.

Hannah Galatoire, Higher Education Initiatives and Communications Coordinator, shares details about the visit on the Opening Minds blog. Read it here: https://www.iie.org/blog/james-madison-university-from-passports-to-partnerships/

As generative AI becomes more accessible, opinions on its impact are divided. A beneficial tool or an existential threat? IIE Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer Pete Young hosts National Academy for International Education members Keiko Ikeda and Cat Gomes to explore this pressing question. Register now: https://membership.iie.org/ev_calendar_day.asp?date=7%2F25%2F24&eventid=39

We’re honored to help support USAID Pakistan’s Higher Education System Strengthening Activity (HESSA).

The youth population will grow by more than 78 million between 2021 and 2030, as per United Nations estimates, with nearly half accounted for by less economically developed countries. For the next generation of Afghan students, increasing access to is critical to help them prosper and rebuild countries and economies during/after a crisis.

Today, on World Youth Skills Day, we recognize the enormity of the challenge for education and training systems. And we continue to act as a critical resource for Afghan students and scholars by providing scholarships for them to safely pursue and complete their degrees.

The Qatar Afghan Scholarship Project (QASP) is one such program that gives Afghan refugee students the opportunity to continue their education at colleges and universities outside of Afghanistan, in partnership with multiple higher education institutions.

Learn more about QASP and our other programs for Afghan students, scholars, and artists here: https://www.iie.org/connect/afghanistan/resources/

Announcing the 2025-2029 open grant competition for The Language Flagship’s Overseas Capstone Program!

U.S. are invited to apply for this four-year grant award to administer the capstone portion of The Language Flagship program in Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Portuguese, and Russian.

The capstone year is an opportunity for Flagship undergraduates to engage in language and cultural immersion. Students stay in immersive living environments, including homestays, directly enroll in local universities, and intern in their chosen field.

🔗For more information, visit https://www.thelanguageflagship.org/programs-competitions.

IIE is privileged to partner with the Defense Language and National Security Education Office (DLNSEO) in the administration of The Language Flagship. As an NSEP initiative, The Language Flagship seeks to change the way that languages are taught in order to create the next generation of global professionals with superior proficiency in the languages and cultures of countries critical to U.S. national security.

"My Master's journey has been novel and enriching, both inside and outside the classroom," says Popal, an Afghan refugee student enrolled in a Master's program at the American University of Central Asia (AUCA) in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

"Collaborating with classmates with diverse backgrounds, I have built my teamwork skills and network. And outside the classroom, our travels have been incredibly memorable and have expanded my worldview. My heartfelt thanks to the donors and organizers of my program here."

Popal is a recipient of the Afghan Regional Graduate Scholarship Program (ARGSP), supported by the U.S. Department of State and administered by IIE.

Through ARGSP, 35 highly motivated Afghan students are pursuing avenues to grow both within and beyond the classroom. They're exploring a world of knowledge, from business communication and economics to information technology and international trade. They're workshopping professional skills of formal presentation, communication, and learning how to apply for jobs. And they're making memories with classmates that will last them a lifetime.

Learn more about ARGSP and other programs for Afghan refugees at: https://www.iie.org/connect/afghanistan/resources/

: Teachers with state certifications, certification, or other teaching experience are invited to apply for the 11-month 2024-25 Teach English Abroad and Change Happens (TEACH) Fellowship.

Placements at public or private schools in Taiwan to teach English, science, and other fields are available.

For more information, including the monthly stipend amounts and other benefits, please visit the program site at https://bit.ly/3TRAVK8 or email [email protected]

On June 4-5, 2024, in collaboration with the Defense Language and National Security Education Office and George Washington University, IIE welcomed the 2024 cohort of the Iris Burton Bulls ROTC Fellowship (IBBF) Program to Washington, DC for two days of leadership development and national security programming.

Created in honor of the late Army Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Iris Burton Bulls, the IBBF Program is designed to mentor and support future military officers in their career development, build National Security Education Program alumni engagement, and provide opportunities to showcase ROTC talent within the Department of Defense.

These Fellows were joined by Army Colonel (Ret.) Herman Bulls who spoke to his late wife’s appreciation for the power of language to connect people from all walks of life. Representing 7 different Army and Air Force ROTC units, each Fellow had previously participated in the Project Global Officer (GO) Program and currently dedicates significant time to language learning for the sake of fulfilling their duty to serving US national security.

To conclude , we are amplifying the perspectives of IIE’s LGBTQIA+ affinity group members, asking them to reflect on how international education has enriched their lives, which impacts they’d like to see higher education bring about among LGBTQIA+ communities, and recommendations for others seeking to learn more about Pride Month. Thank you to Jen, Casey, and Alex for sharing their reflections. Read the full blog at https://www.iie.org/blog/iie-celebrates-pride-month-2024/

🚨 A final reminder to submit your nomination for the second cycle of the IIE Empower Award! https://bit.ly/4blhKgO

The award, which debuted one year ago, recognizes outstanding organizations and individuals for elevating strategic models of advancing access and equity in international education and their exemplary contributions to promoting the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access (DEIA).

Nominate today or tag an individual or an organization working to contribute to greater access and a more inclusive and diverse international higher education community.

Did you miss the virtual event? There’s still time to hear the remarkable stories of resilience, hope, and accomplishing the extraordinary directly from IIE grantees and alumni. IIE supporters from around the world have already tuned in to learn more... will you? https://iie.swoogo.com/honors2024/virtualevent?ref=Facebook

We are pleased to present the IIE Century Medal to the President of Ethiopia, Sahle-Work Zewde for her outstanding contributions to international education.

On June 15, we were honored to join her at the Addis Ababa Science and Technology University for the closing ceremony of the Presidential Mentorship Program (PMP) for university women in Ethiopia.

The program – initiated by President Zewde and funded by the Gates Foundation – provides mentorship to 1,500 3rd and 4th year female students studying at five Ethiopian universities.

As the proud implementing partner of the Presidential Mentorship Program, IIE provides enrichment, professional development, and life skills training – critical competencies needed to complete university and prepare for careers.

Edie Cecil, IIE Senior VP, IIE, and Ethiopia Tiluhan, Head, IIE Sub Sahara Office, addressed the attendees, reflecting on IIE’s long history of providing access to education around the world and its 20-year presence in Addis Ababa, which has focused primarily on supporting girls and women’s education and skills development.

We would like to acknowledge all honored guests and partners, including the FDRE Ministry of Education and IIE’s Addis Ababa team, and congratulate all the PMP students.

This Spring, we celebrated the graduation of 63 Qatar-American Scholarship for Afghans Project (QSAP) students from 13 U.S. institutions. We are honored to support these talented students and to work with the program’s partners and world-class institutions to help them reach their full potential.

Please join us in congratulating these graduates!

Education Above All Foundation, Wayne State University, Texas Global at The University of Texas at Austin, University of Kentucky, Clarkson University, Lenoir-Rhyne University

, A Celebration of International Changemakers, is now available for viewing! Tune in to hear IIE grantees and alumni share their stories of resilience, hope, and accomplishing the extraordinary.

What better way to honor than by learning how IIE programs make an impact in today’s refugee crises?

IIE Honors Virtual Event This special evening honors the global efforts of IIE and the power of international exchange.

Afghans constitute one of the largest refugee populations worldwide, with 3.25 million internally displaced people in Afghanistan and 5.3 million abroad, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).

On , we commend the strength and courage of those who have escaped conflict, and elevate their voices, their many dreams and challenges.

For young Afghan refugees, the key to their future is in their access to higher education. Yet, only 7% of refugees get the opportunity to pursue their aspirations, as per the UNHCR.

This must change. We support Afghan students and scholars by providing scholarships for them to safely pursue and complete their degrees.

Learn about our programs and resources for Afghan students, scholars, and artists here: https://www.iie.org/connect/afghanistan/resources/.

"This journey allows our fellows to explore their roots, understand the historical context of their identities, and gain a broader perspective on global leadership."

In recognition of the holiday in the U.S., we asked Leaders of the Free World co-founder Ruby Maddox about the inspiration behind their work, the importance of culturally responsive educational frameworks, and the unique significance of visiting Ghana for Black American students.

Read the Q&A here: https://bit.ly/3xozdai.

As part of our partnership with grassroots nonprofit Leaders of the Free World (LFW) to help bring study abroad participation to equitable levels, the IIE Center for Access and Equity is proud to have served as a sponsor of the 2024 LFW Fellowship for student leaders.

We're pleased to announce that 142 recipients across Africa, the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, the Middle East, and North America have been selected to receive the Generation Scholarship! https://bit.ly/4c2ekAQ

This year, scholarships of up to $10,000 were awarded to outstanding college students earning computer science, computer engineering, or other related technical degrees. Recipients were selected based on their academic performance, demonstrated leadership, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

IIE Announces Generation Google Scholarship Awards | IIE - The Power of International Education Scholarship Program Will Provide Underrepresented Students Worldwide With Opportunities In Computer Science And Technology NEW YORK, June 10, 2024 — The

IIENetwork members are invited to submit articles on international education partnerships for the fall IIENetworker magazine! https://bit.ly/45oDwiw

Partnerships have been an integral part of international education since the first exchanges, but today’s international partnerships go beyond bilateral relationships focused on student mobility.

We welcome members located anywhere in the world to share their thoughts on international education partnership trends, experiences delivering innovative models, and best practices for establishing partnerships. Submit by Friday, July 12!

There’s just one week until and . Celebrate the power of international education for those confined or displaced by violence, disaster, pandemics, and systemic injustice. Preview two remarkable stories of hope and resilience.

The event premieres at 6:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, June 20. Register today. https://iie.swoogo.com/honors2024/virtualevent?ref=Facebook

Building upon IIE’s legacy as a champion of education equity, the 2024 IIE Centennial Fellowship program is focused on UN SDG 4: Quality Education. IIE believes that to increase parity in higher education, it is critical to increase equity and access to primary and secondary education creating a pipeline of opportunity.

The Fellowship will empower four Fulbright alumni to spearhead action-oriented projects that create solutions to increase equitable and inclusive primary/secondary education, with measurable outcomes that advance the values of mutual understanding, leadership, and global impact synonymous with the Fulbright Program.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LrhdQS

For many Afghan refugees, access to is more than a step towards better career opportunities. It is a door to a world of safety, acceptance and belonging.

We support Afghan refugee students so they can safely pursue and complete their degrees, and contribute their voices and talent to the world. One such program is the Afghan Regional Graduate Scholarship Program (ARGSP). Thirty-five bright student scholars of this program are taking the opportunity to grow personally, explore intellectually, and commit to civic engagement.

Learn more about this and our other programs for Afghan students, scholars, and artists here: https://www.iie.org/connect/afghanistan/resources/.

World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development

Spring has turned into summer and IIE, along with colleagues from around the world, are enjoying conference season! Dr. Mirka Martel, Director of Research, Learning, and Evaluation, shares the questions she'll be discussing with attendees at all the premier events this year at https://www.iie.org/blog/its-conference-season-2024/