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Intercultural Competence: Diversity in Higher Education

Associations

Association of American Colleges & Universities (AACU) : Global Learning

"AAC&U addresses diversity, global engagement, and social responsibility as compelling educational and institutional priorities that help students and campuses engage the social, civic, and economic challenges of a diverse and unequal world."

Comparative and International Education Society

"The Comparative and International Education Society (CIES), Inc., was founded in 1956 to foster cross-cultural understanding, scholarship, academic achievement and societal development through the international study of educational ideas, systems, and practices."

Global University Network for Innovation

"GUNi’s mission is to strengthen the role of higher education in society contributing to the renewal of the visions, missions and policies of higher education across the world under a vision of public service, relevance and social responsibility."

International Association of Universities

"IAU, founded in 1950, is the UNESCO-based worldwide association of higher education institutions. It brings together institutions and organizations from some 120 countries for reflection and action on common concerns and collaborates with various international, regional and national bodies active in higher education."

NAFSA: Association of International Educators

"NAFSA is the world's largest nonprofit professional association dedicated to international education. NAFSA and its members believe that international education and exchange—connecting students, scholars, educators, and citizens across borders is fundamental to prepare the next generation with vital cross-cultural and global skills."

Association of International Education Administrators

The Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) is composed of institutional leaders engaged in advancing the international dimensions of higher education. The purposes of the Association are to provide an effective voice on significant issues, promote international education programming, establish professional networks in international education, and cooperate with other similar national and international groups.