Inclusion and Equity

NAFSA International Education Professional Competencies 2.0 Self-Assessment

Leading with Care: A Guide for Leaders to Foster a Supportive Work Culture in Education Abroad Teams

Our profession continues to evolve in response to global uncertainty, shifting student needs, and the realities of an increasingly interconnected world. Through it all, one truth has remained constant: the strength of our field is grounded in the strength of our people. This tool, "Leading with Care

Peer-to-Peer: Supporting Neurodiverse Students in Education Abroad

December 12, 2025

Peer-to-Peer Discussion & EAKC DEI Subcommittee Resource In this peer-to-peer conversation, listen in as EA leaders discuss how faculty leaders, advisors, and administrators can create more inclusive education abroad programs for neurodivergent students. This session introduced a practical resource

Ash Trebisacci

Ash is the Assistant Director of Study Abroad at Brandeis University in Waltham, MA. They hold a BA in English and Gender & Sexuality Studies from Stonehill College and an MEd in higher education from Merrimack College. They spent their junior year studying abroad at Worcester College, Oxford, and

Supporting Neurodiverse Students in Education Abroad

Join us for a one-hour webinar designed to help faculty leaders, advisors, and administrators create more inclusive education abroad programs for neurodivergent students. This session introduces a practical resource developed by the Education Abroad Knowledge Community’s Diversity & Inclusion

Advancing Internationalization at Equity-Focused Institutions

NAFSA is committed to supporting the global engagement goals of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and Community Colleges (CCs). These institutions play an undeniably critical role in shaping inclusive

Supporting Students with Cognitive Disabilities and Neurodivergence

This resource equips faculty leaders, advisors, and administrators with actionable strategies to make education abroad programs more inclusive for neurodivergent students. The guide explains what neurodivergence means and why students with cognitive differences—such as autism, ADHD, or learning

Starting with the SDGs: A Practical Framework

NAFSA 2025 Learning Excursions

The 2025 NAFSA Annual Conference is partnering with San Diego intuitions and non-for-profits to host Learning Excursions for attendees. This year there will be four opportunities for attendees to sign up for an excursions. Tuesday, May 27, 2025 12:30–4:00 p.m. PDT San Diego, California Learning

Boundaries & Balance: Shifting the Culture of Work in Education Abroad

March 11, 2025

This NAFSA D&I Collegial Conversation delves into the critical topic of fostering inclusive work environments and promoting employee well-being in the realm of global education. Through open dialogue and shared experiences, D&I subcommittee members share insights and practical strategies to enhance