NAFSA 2026 Biregional VI & VII Conference

Through the Online Planner, you can view the time, room, presenters, descriptions, and learning objectives of the sessions. You can also star the events you're interested in and create your own conference agenda to view on the mobile webpage at the conference! 

Create Your Schedule: 

1. Go to the schedule: https://2026regionviandregionvii.eventscribe.net/
2. Click "Login" in the top right corner of the blue stripe.
3. Log in using your myNAFSA credentials.
4. Go to Full Schedule and click through the sessions.
5. Using the star icon, "favorite" the sessions you are interested in.
6. You can view your starred sessions by clicking "My Schedule" in the left-hand navigation.

Online Planner

At a Glance:

*advanced registration required, limited spaces

Thank you for supporting NAFSA Regions VI & VII! We look forward to welcoming you to Atlanta.

Expo Portal

Booth Details & Schedule

Please find the following schedule for all exhibitors:

Exhibitor Hours:

Exhibitor booth includes:

• One (1) individual full-conference registration

• One (1) 6’ x 30” table with two chairs
• Visibility in the online conference program
• Free Wi-Fi Access

Please note: Access to power at your exhibitor table may require an additional fee.

Shipments

Exhibitors may mail their boxes no more than one month before the start of the conference. More information to come.

Sponsorships

NAFSA Regions VI & VII appreciate the support of our exhibitors and sponsors, who are vital to the regions' success and instrumental in supporting our members and their institutions. In addition to exhibiting opportunities, this year's conference allows sponsors additional opportunities to gain visibility while supporting the region. 

Interested in exhibiting at multiple conferences this fall? Companies attending four or more conferences should contact [email protected].

Mentorship Program

The purpose of the NAFSA Region VII Mentorship program is to create a welcoming environment for new International Education professionals.

Mentors commit to four meetings with their mentees. Mentors should aim to meet with their mentee(s) twice virtually before the conference is held, once in person during the conference, and then one follow-up meeting post-conference. The mentor should have at least three years of experience in International Education, have knowledge of NAFSA and/or other professional resources, and have an interest in helping new professionals!

We understand that some members will not be attending the conference due to budget concerns, and we do not want this to interfere with your participation in the Mentorship Program. If you want to participate but will be unable to attend the conference, we encourage you to sign up! We want to be as inclusive as possible and help new professionals connect with seasoned practitioners.

Mentee Sign Up Mentor Sign Up

Questions can be directed to [email protected].

Regions VI and VII are excited to offer five pre-conference CEP workshops. For a description of the courses, please see NAFSA Workshops. 

These workshops will run on Sunday, November 8 and Monday, November 9.

• F-1 Student Advising for Beginners
• F-1 Student Advising: Intermediate
• J-1 Advising for Beginners
• J-1 Advising: Intermediate
• Business Acumen

*Other member types include student members, retirees, and RISE Fellows

Conference Grants

Region VI is pleased to offer conference grants to support professional development opportunities for members attending the 2026 NAFSA Regions VI-VII Biregional Conference in Atlanta. These grants are intended to help expand access to valuable learning, networking, and engagement opportunities within the international education community. Up to six conference grants are available for eligible Region VI participants.

Deadline: 5:00 PM (Central) on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Region VI Conference Grant Application

Region VII To assist in achieving professional development goals, NAFSA Region VII is pleased to offer conference grants to individuals from Region VII attending the 2026 VI-VII Biregional Conference in Atlanta. There are up to ten conference grants available.

Deadline: 11:59 PM (Central) on Monday, August 31, 2026.

Region VII Conference Grant Application 

Regional Awards

Region VI is proud to recognize the outstanding contributions of professionals, leaders, and volunteers who advance international education and support the Region VI community. We encourage members to submit nominations for the Region VI Awards to celebrate individuals whose dedication, innovation, and service have made a meaningful impact on students, institutions, and the field of international education. Help us honor the achievements and excellence within our region by nominating a deserving colleague today.

Deadline: 5:00 PM (Central) on Friday, September 11, 2026.

VI Award Nomination Form

Are you in Region VII? Do you have a colleague who is doing amazing work in international education? Consider submitting a nomination for one of our four regional awards. Nomination details can be found under each award description. Award nominations are solicited annually in late summer and early fall in advance of the regional conference. Learn more about Region VII awards https://www.nafsa.org/region-vii/awards. 

Deadline: 11:59 PM (Central) on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Please contact NAFSA Region VII at [email protected] with questions. 

Region VII Award Nomination Form

Request a Letter of Invitation

All attendees traveling to the U.S. from abroad can request a visa letter of invitation via the link above. 

All requests submitted by Wednesday, October 1st will be screened, but not all requests will be approved. Please allow one week from your date of submission for delivery. If approved, an invitation letter on official letterhead will be issued to you as a PDF document, and will be e-mailed to the address you provided.

Please check with your local U.S. consulate to allow sufficient time for visa processing. Your request for a letter of invitation to attend a NAFSA regional conference does not guarantee that you will receive a visa.

Please see the official Discover Atlanta website for various transportation methods.

The Atlanta area is serviced by MARTA, the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority. Visit https://itsmarta.com/ for schedule and fare information. Service from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to the Loews Atlanta Midtown by way of the Midtown Station.

Travel with CANIE

This year, we are partnering with the Climate Action Network for International Educators (CANIE) Americas Chapter to make climate-conscious choices when traveling to Atlanta. Learn more about why and how at https://canie.org/take-action/travel-with-canie. 

How can you participate in #TravelwithCANIE? 

NAFSA is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, or religion. NAFSA does not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. All communication should be appropriate for a professional audience, including people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Sexual language and imagery are not appropriate for the conference. Participants violating these rules may be asked to leave the conference at the sole discretion of NAFSA’s management. If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, or if you witness unacceptable behavior, please inform the Regional Conference Planner, who will inform NAFSA staff, so that we may resolve any concerns. If you or another event participant witnesses or is a party to imminent physical danger or distress, promptly alert the appropriate security, law enforcement, or emergency medical authorities. This Code applies to all NAFSA members and event attendees in all NAFSA meeting venues, including the regional conference, ancillary events and social gatherings, whether officially sponsored by NAFSA or not and whether held in-person or virtually.

Conference registration and/or workshop registration may be canceled with full refund less a 10% processing fee, any time up until four (4) weeks prior, October 11, 2026, to the conference start date.

A 50% refund is available for conference registration and/or workshop registration provided written notification is received between four (4) weeks, October 11, 2026, and two (2) weeks prior, October 25, 2026, to the conference start date.

No refunds will be granted after October 25, 2026. In the case of emergency/extenuating circumstances, special requests may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the regional leadership team following the conference.

NAFSA follows COVID-19 safety protocols as required by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization, and local ordinances in the conference location, which currently do not require proof of vaccination or masking. Should the mandates change, NAFSA reserves the right to adjust conference attendance policies accordingly.

NAFSA strongly encourages COVID-19 vaccination and boosters, as vaccines are recommended as a proven way to prevent the threat of critical illness. Many attendees may still choose to wear masks indoors, and we ask that all attendees respect those who elect to do so. NAFSA recommends attendees self-test before leaving home for the conference. If you feel ill on-site, please remain in your hotel room and test to determine your health status.

By registering for this event, you agree to the collection of contact and demographic information in accordance with NAFSA’s Privacy Policy. This includes any information unique to you that is available in the individual's NAFSA profile. NAFSA will share limited information (name, title, organization, state, and country) in the official attendee list. NAFSA may further share your contact information according to your selected “Communication Preferences” in your MyNAFSA and in accordance with NAFSA’s Privacy Policy.

Your data will be collected and utilized for NAFSA: Association of International Educators, organizer of this event, to allow your access to the event as well as its digital platform, CadmiumCD. Additionally, you agree to the sharing of your contact information with the trainers, coaches, and other program participants for the purpose of fulfilling the program for which you have registered. As a condition to participation, attendees consent to be recorded.

NAFSA is committed to providing universal access to its products, services, digital content, and events and, in compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs so we ask that requests for accommodations be made as early as possible, preferably at least three weeks in advance of the regional conference start date, through the registration process, if possible. Or, you can contact [email protected] for accommodation requests. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations in an effective and timely manner, but services are subject to availability, and further, NAFSA may not be able to grant accommodations requests that place an undue burden on it or that fundamentally change the nature or structure of the goods or services.