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SUMMARY:IEAA Data Group: Pockets of Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Join expert speakers from IEAA’s Data Group and beyond for an insightful webinar where we explore opportunities within the current international education landscape and how to use data-focused approaches to find opportunities for your organisation. \nInternational education data practitioners Dr Phillip Allen and Carly Puncher will share their insights from schools and pathways-related data. Austrade will also present their upgraded Education and Data Insights (EDI) platform which is a crucial tool for those working with international education data in Australia. The webinar will be hosted by Lyndell Jacka\, IEAA Research Committee Member and Chair of IEAA’s Data Group. \nThe presentation component of IEAA Data Group webinars is recorded and made available to IEAA Members post-event. Please note\, however\, that the Q&A component is not recorded as we aim to encourage an open exchange of views between presenters and attendees. \nAudience \nThis webinar is relevant for international education practitioners who are interested in data and data-informed insights. You don’t need to be an expert; this session caters for advanced international education data users as well as those who have less data know-how and experience\, or who would describe themselves as beginners. The only pre-requisite is curiosity! \nOutcomes \nWebinar participants will: \n\nGain deeper insight into two examples of schools and pathways-related data and analysis as well as Austrade’s upgraded EDI platform;\nHear from established international education data practitioners and participate in an un-recorded Q&A session; and\nLearn more about IEAA’s Data Group and planned future activities.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-data-group-pockets-of-opportunity/
LOCATION:Online Event: See event website for details
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261007
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SUMMARY:ICEF Latin America
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, ICEF Latin America will be held in Rio de Janeiro\, one of the most popular destinations in the Southern Hemisphere and the perfect location for this high-profile B2B networking event. \nAcross the region\, education agents play a vital role in helping students find study opportunities outside of their home country. These agents understand the importance of creating and maintaining strong\, authentic relationships with students and their families\, nurturing connections that have led to substantial growth in outbound student numbers. As a result\, countries from across Latin American now feature in the top sending lists for leading study destinations across North America\, Europe\, and Australasia. \nAs one of the largest industry networking conferences in Latin America\, the event gathers ICEF-screened agents from 15+ countries\, along with key decision makers from education and service providers around the world. Highly popular\, it enables participants to forge long-lasting professional and personal connections\, engaging prospective students from across this diverse and prosperous region.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-latin-america/
LOCATION:Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro\, Av. Lucio Costa 9600\, Rio de Janeiro\, 22795-007\, Brazil
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTSTAMP:20260820T002410Z
CREATED:20260820T002410Z
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SUMMARY:BMI Mexico
DESCRIPTION:BMI Mexico Student Recruitment Fair Opportunities\nBMI and THE Student Fair are offering a series of student recruitment events in Mexico in September\, providing opportunities for international education institutions to connect directly with prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students planning to study overseas. \nThe events are part of the ExpoPosgrados and ExpoEstudiante series\, which brings together international institutions and high-quality student audiences across Latin America\, with a particular focus on Colombia\, Mexico and Peru. \nThe available events in Mexico are: \n\n\n\nDate\nLocation\nEvent\nStandard Fee\nDiscounted Fee\n\n\n24 September\nMonterrey\nBMI / THE Student Fair: Monterrey\nUS$2\,800\nUS$2\,576\n\n\n26–27 September\nMexico City\nBMI / THE Student Fair: Mexico City\nUS$4\,400\nUS$4\,048\n\n\n29 September\nGuadalajara\nBMI / THE Student Fair: Guadalajara\nUS$2\,800\nUS$2\,576\n\n\n\nThese fairs offer institutions the opportunity to build their profile in the Latin American market\, engage with motivated students considering international study\, and generate new recruitment leads. \nInstitutions can participate in individual events or consider a broader presence across the three Mexican locations to maximise their reach and engagement with prospective students.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/bmi-mexico-3/
LOCATION:See the BMI Calendar of Events for Details and Registration
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20251122T025733Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF Secondary Education Budapest
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Hungary’s iconic capital for ICEF Secondary Education Budapest. This specialist event exclusively focuses on international student recruitment for secondary\, boarding\, high school\, foundation\, and junior education programmes\, opening pathways to overseas study for young learners from more than 55 countries around the world. \nWith international student recruitment in the secondary sector surging\, and predicted to grow significantly through to 2050\, ICEF Secondary Education provides the unique opportunity to connect with a large selection of quality\, sector-focused partners\, all in one place.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-secondary-education-budapest/
LOCATION:Intercontinental Buapest\, Apáczai Csere J. u. 12-14\, Bupapest\, 1052\, Hungary
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20251122T025334Z
CREATED:20251122T025334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251122T025334Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:ICEF Higher Education is a long-standing annual event dedicated exclusively to international higher education. For 2026\, it will take place in Central London\, connecting senior recruitment professionals from across the global higher education sector. \nOver the course of the event\, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with 150+ international student recruitment agents from more than 50 countries around the world\, all established specialists in recruiting for higher education. Further ensuring quality\, for this event\, ICEF will only be accepting agencies that have achieved ICEF Agency Status\, which means that they have undergone a more rigorous screening and reference checking process. \nAdditionally\, delegates gain free access to the groundbreaking ICEF Monitor Global Summit (also available as an individual ticket)\, which is held on day one. \nThe summit\, now on its third edition\, is a landmark event that brings together influential professionals from across the sector to share knowledge\, discuss trends\, and support the sustainable growth of the industry
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-higher-education-2/
LOCATION:Park Plaza Victoria Hotel\, 239 Vauxhall Bridge Rd\, Pimlico\, London\, SW1V 1EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTSTAMP:20251207T001832Z
CREATED:20251122T025135Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF Monitor Global Summit
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to announce our return to London for the third edition of the ICEF Monitor Global Summit\, this time taking place in Central London (Victoria). Conveniently scheduled for the Monday immediately following the EAIE Conference in Glasgow\, the summit brings together leading voices from across the international education community to identify\, explore\, and address the complex challenges shaping the sector today. \nWith its inclusive and interactive approach\, the summit encourages peer-to-peer learning\, with attendees showcasing examples of best practice from around the world. It is an opportunity to consider a diverse range of perspectives as well as to connect and collaborate with senior stakeholders from across the industry. \nFor this event\, attending agencies must have IAS accreditation. 
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-monitor-global-summit/
LOCATION:Park Plaza Victoria Hotel\, 239 Vauxhall Bridge Rd\, Pimlico\, London\, SW1V 1EQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTSTAMP:20260421T122232Z
CREATED:20260421T021231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T122232Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA Teaching and Learning Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:International education is operating in an environment of heightened scrutiny and expectation. Institutions are increasingly required to demonstrate academic integrity\, curriculum relevance\, and meaningful student outcomes\, while responding to policy shifts\, technological change\, and growing diversity within international student cohorts. The 2026 IEAA Teaching and Learning Network Forum examines how institutions are navigating this transformation in practice. Beyond technical redesign\, change in teaching and learning involves uncertainty\, competing priorities\, and differing perspectives across teachers\, professional staff\, leaders\, and external stakeholders. The Forum will explore how these tensions are being engaged constructively\, and how institutions are pursuing credible and sustainable reform while honouring multiple viewpoints. \nDrawing on perspectives across sectors and industry\, the Forum situates curriculum and assessment reform within its broader educational and workforce context. Through sector framing\, case-based insights\, and interactive design studios\, participants will engage with practical approaches to strengthening trust in academic standards\, enhancing curriculum relevance\, and fostering inclusive learning environments that support belonging. The Forum emphasises institutional learning and shared leadership\, equipping participants with approaches that can be embedded across programs and governance structures \nProgram \nThursday 10 September 9:00am – 5:00pm AEST \nAudience \nThis forum will prove useful for education professionals across Australia\, including: \n\nAcademic leaders and Associate Deans\nFaculty members and program directors\nLearning and teaching leaders and practitioners\nCurriculum and assessment designers\nProfessional staff supporting international student learning\nPolicy and strategy leaders within international education\n\nOutcomes \nForum participants will come away with a better understanding of: \n\nAnalyse how current policy\, sector\, and industry expectations areshaping institutional teaching and learning reform\nArticulate the relational and organisational dimensions of changeacross academic\, professional\, and leadership roles\nIdentify practical approaches to strengthening academic integrityand assessment credibility\nEvaluate strategies for enhancing curriculum relevance andfostering student belonging in diverse classrooms\nConsider governance and leadership approaches that supportsustainable and inclusive institutional transformation\n\n  \nThis event is led by IEAA ’s Teaching and Learning Network
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-teaching-and-learning-forum-2026/
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTSTAMP:20260421T122033Z
CREATED:20260421T021041Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA Pathways Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:The IEAA Pathways Network Forum\, Think Pathways\, brings together international education professionals to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of Pathways Programs in Australia and internationally. As student mobility increases and new models of academic transition emerge\, the Pathways sub-sector is experiencing significant shifts that require fresh thinking\, and innovation. This year’s forum takes a broad look at the full suite of Foundation and Pathways Programs\, including enabling programs\, foundation studies\, diplomas\, ELICOS and alternative pathway designs.With growing international competition\, evolving quality expectations\, providers must adapt to meet changing student needs and ensure strong academic and wellbeing outcomes. Through presentations\, collaborative discussions\, and expert panels\, participants will explore developments in student success and support\, examine the future direction of Foundation and Pathways Programs\, and engage with emerging quality assurance considerations relevant to diverse pathway models. \nProgram \nThursday 27 August 10:00am – 5:30pm AEST \nAudience \nThe forum is targeted at professional and academic staff working across a broad range of roles in the pathways sector of Australian international education\, including: \n\nLeaders and practitioners from Pathways Programs (university and non-university providers\, onshore and offshore)\nAcademic and professional staff responsible for pathway curriculum design\, teaching quality\, assessment\, moderation\, and academic governance.\nAdmissions\, articulation\, and progression teams involved in pathway-to-degree mapping and student transition.\nStudent success\, advising\, wellbeing\, and support professionals working with pathway cohorts\nQuality assurance\, compliance\, and risk teams supporting pathway delivery and continuous improvement.\nSector representatives and policy stakeholders with an interest in pathways strategy\, standards\, and future directions.\n\nOutcomes \nForum participants will come away with a better understanding of: \n\nExplore the future direction of Pathways Programs\, including emerging models\, market pressures\, and evolving student expectations.\nUnderstand how quality and standards are being applied to pathway delivery\, including approaches to governance\, assurance\, evidence\, and continuous improvement.\nIdentify strategies that strengthen student success and support\, including proactive interventions\, wellbeing approaches\, and transition-to-degree practices\nExamine the impact of overseas pathway certification frameworks on Australian providers\, including risks\, opportunities\, and potential sector responses.\nConnect with peers and sector leaders to share practices\, build partnerships\, and contribute to a coordinated approach across diverse pathway models.\n\n\nThis event is led by IEAA ’s Pathways Network supported by Navitas
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-pathways-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Chartered Accountants (Brisbane)\, Level 13/1 Eagle Street\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTSTAMP:20260421T121846Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA Learning Abroad Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:IEAA’s Learning Abroad Network is Australia’s leading forum for all things related to student mobility. Among other events\, we facilitate the annual IEAA Learning Abroad Forum and Learning Abroad Fair Circuit. \n— \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor our 20th annual Forum\, we’re heading back to Sydney\, where we’re welcoming you on Thursday 13 and Friday 14 August 2026. The ‘must-attend’ event offers a unique opportunity to share and learn with like-minded practitioners and colleagues and is tailored to those working in or alongside inbound or outbound Learning Abroad programming. \nBuilding on last year’s movie-inspired theme\, Lost in Translation! invites presenters to explore the many dimensions of engaging across cultures. The theme encourages reflection on experiences of transition\, communication\, adaptation\, and connection that arise when navigating unfamiliar cultural\, linguistic\, and institutional contexts. \nThe conference welcomes a wide range of inputs and perspectives\, from operations to research and case studies. Let’s examine practical approaches\, with a focus on what we do from the perspective of the challenges and opportunities in cross-cultural engagement; from navigating difference and misunderstanding to fostering inclusion\, resilience\, and global learning.\n \nPlease note: DFAT and Palladium are hosting an ILO Forum on Wednesday 12 August. Further details\, time and a registration link will be provided by DFAT/Palladium to ILO’s closer to the event. \nProgram \nThursday 13 August 9:30am – 5:30pm AEST \nFriday 14 August 8:50am – 3:30pm AEST \n  \n\n\nAudience \nThe Forum will prove useful for: \n\nExchange and Study Abroad Advisers both inbound and outbound\nInternational Learning Abroad Managers and Directors\nInternational Learning Abroad Partner representatives\nThird-party Learning Abroad providers\nFaculty staff and academics involved in learning abroad\n\nOutcomes \nForum participants will come away with a better understanding of: \n\nEngage in Learning Abroad specific discussions exploring common issues\, novel approaches\, and best practice opportunities\nCome away with a better understanding of inbound and outbound Learning Abroad perspectives and have practical ideas to put into practise at their own institution\nMeet likeminded colleagues\, facing similar challenges\, and be introduced to insights\, best practice\, and mechanisms to ‘keep succeeding’\nLearn ways to connect with students\, staff\, colleagues\, and stakeholders in Learning Abroad\nUnderstand shared challenges and have a support network with an assurance that ‘we’re all in this together’\n\n\n  \nThis event is led by IEAA’s Learning Abroad Network\, supported by nib.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-learning-abroad-forum-2026/
LOCATION:UTS Aerial Function centre\, Level 7\, UTS Building 10\, 235 Jones St\, Ultimo\, NSW\, 2007\, Australia
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260421T121355Z
CREATED:20260421T020542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T121355Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA Transnational Education Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:Around the world\, the international education sector is currently navigating challenges due to a shifting geopolitical landscape\, restrictive visa policies and an Impending global recession driven by trade tariffs.  In response\, transnational education  (TNE) has gained prominence\, with governments and education institutions in Australia and beyond investing heavily in its development and expansion.The forum also provides valuable networking opportunities\, including a chance to connect with peers over two days and during the Networking Drinks event at the end of Day 1.Program \nThursday 23 July 9:00am – 6:00pm AEST\nFriday 24 July 9:00am – 4:00pm AEST \n\n\nAudience \nThe Forum will prove useful for staff involved in: \n\nManaging TNE strategy\, business development\, and operations\nQuality assurance of TNE programs\nAcademic and professional staff engaged in supporting TNE and third party delivery operations\n\nOutcomes \nForum participants will come away with a better understanding of: \n\nAustralian government agencies’ new priorities for TNE\nOrganisations forging new branch campuses and TNE partnerships across the APAC region\nGlobal market trends and regulatory and QA settings in mature as well as emerging regions\nPractical tools for building and maintaining a sustainable TNE operation\nHost perspectives on TNE\n\n\n\nThis event is led by IEAA’s Transnational Education Network supported by  ETS TOEFL.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-transnational-education-forum-2026/
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20260421T121154Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA Marketing and Recruitment Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:IEAA’s Marketing and Recruitment Network provides an active forum to disseminate relevant information\, discuss issues impacting the sector\, and participate in professional development workshops specific to marketing and recruitment. \n— \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe implementation of NOSCs\, National Planning Levels with ‘managed growth’ and changing Evidence Levels over recent months has markedly changed the Australian international education landscape.  For many universities\, strategies to ensure financial sustainability amongst a constrained volume mandate has meant there has had to be an increase in creative recruitment pipelines and prudent and collaborative pathway planning.The 2026 Marketing and Recruitment Forum will focus on the current international education landscape amongst these multiple growth boundaries.  Institutions\, organisations and providers will come together to discuss best practise within set parameters\, sustainably growing their institutions and what growth means in today’s higher education environment. \n\nProgram \nThursday 25 June 9:00am – 6:30pm AEST (Networking event combined with SA Young Professonals)Friday 26 June 9:00am – 4:00pm AEST \n\nAudience \nThe Forum will prove useful for: \n\nMarketing and Recruitment staff in International Education\nRegional recruitment managers\, coordinators and officers\nBusiness intelligence managers and officers\nEducation agents and partners\nBusiness development professionals\nSenior staff responsible for setting strategic and operational objectives\nDestination brand promoters and marketers\n\nOutcomes \nForum participants will come away with a better understanding of: \n\nThe current international education landscape in Australia in relation to marketing and recruitment\, and will be equipped with knowledge on best practise and emerging thinking across the sector from leading international education experts.\n\nAccommodation Discount\nInterContinental have provided discounted rooms via the following link: InterContinental Discount \n\nThis event is led by IEAA ’s Marketing and Recruitment Network supported by duolingo
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-marketing-and-recruitment-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Intercontinental Adelaide\, North Terrace\, Adelaide\, SA\, 5000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTSTAMP:20251122T024644Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF Africa
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, ICEF Africa will take place in Accra\, the capital of Ghana and one of the continent’s fastest growing cities. A founding member of the African Union\, Ghana is celebrated for its warm hospitality\, political and social stability\, and thriving economy. With its rich cultural diversity\, vibrant food scene\, and growing status as a hub for business and tourism\, Ghana offers the ideal setting for this specialist networking event\, which connects international educators with ICEF-screened recruitment agents from more than 25 countries across Africa. \nThe vast\, diverse continent of Africa is a key destination for international student recruitment professionals. A number of countries across Sub-Saharan Africa are showing exceptional potential as source markets\, with Nigeria consistently ranking among the top ten countries worldwide for outbound student mobility. Ghana has made significant gains as a growing outbound market\, emerging as a top 20 source country for both the US and Canada in recent years. Additionally\, Uganda\, Côte d’Ivoire\, Cameroon\, Zimbabwe\, Senegal\, Tanzania\, and Rwanda have all seen increased student interest in studying abroad in recent years. \nHeld at ​​the 5-star Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra from 24-26 June 2026\, ICEF Africa provides a gateway to this important range of student markets.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-africa-2/
LOCATION:Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra\, Ministries PMB\, 66 Gamel Abdul Nasser Avenue\, Accra\, Ghana
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTSTAMP:20260421T121243Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA Student Life Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:First impressions are instant. Lasting impressions are earned. Are you getting both right? \nThe 2026 IEAA Student Life Forum is back. For the fi rst time in 7 years\, we’re bringing the sector together in person for a highly interactive\, future-focused day at Kaplan Business School\, Brisbane. \nThis year’s theme\, First and Last(ing) Impressions\, dives into the moments that shape the entire student journey. Expect a forum that’s anything but standard. Through hands-on sessions\, interactive discussions\, and direct student perspectives\, we’ll explore what truly creates belonging\, confi dence\, and long-term connection. Our speaker lineup brings together leaders from across the sector \nYou’ll leave with fresh ideas backed by practical tools\, actionable insights\, and the connections to make them happen. Join us as we rethink the moments that make or break the student experience. \nProgram  \nThursday 18 June 9:00am – 5:00pm AEST \nAudience \nThis forum is targeted at: \n\nNew and experienced international education professionals\nProviders and professionals working in employability\, graduate outcomes and alumni engagement\nInternational student support and advising staff\nState-based study hubs\, government departments connected with employability programs\nStudent unions and volunteer organisations\nOrientation and pre-departure practitioners\nMarketing and recruitment staff\n\nOutcomes \nForum participants will come away with a better understanding of: \n\nHow early-stage interactions shape student expectations\, belonging\, and confi dence across the student lifecycle.\nApplying evidence-based strategies to enhance student belonging\nEvaluate and redesign touchpoints across the student journey\nImplement practical tools for improving student experience\nConsider the lasting impacts of a well-honed first impression.\n\n\n\nThis event is led by IEAA ’s Student Life Network & Allianz Partners Australia.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-student-life-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Kaplan Business School (Brisbane)\, 369 Ann St\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20251122T024343Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF Asia
DESCRIPTION:Held in Ho Chi Minh City\, ICEF Asia offers student recruitment professionals the unparalleled opportunity to forge networks with agents representing this vast region’s fast-growing and diverse outbound student countries\, including: Vietnam\, China\, Philippines\, Thailand\, Malaysia\, Mongolia\, Taiwan\, Pakistan\, Bangladesh\, Cambodia\, India\, Indonesia\, Japan\, Nepal\, South Korea\, Myanmar\, Singapore\, and Laos. \nWith a number of countries from Asia consistently ranking among the top ten markets for outbound international student mobility\, ICEF Asia an immensely important event for international student recruitment professionals looking to expand and diversify their enrolments. \nICEF Asia is a three-day event and takes place June 10 – 12\, at the JW Marriott Hotel and Suites Saigon.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-asia/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Hotel and Suites Saigon\, Corner Hai Ba Trung street & Le Duan boulevard\, Hochiminh City\, 700000\, Viet Nam
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTSTAMP:20260421T003904Z
CREATED:20260421T003904Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA Intercultural Competence Masterclass Program
DESCRIPTION:A highly interactive online series designed for international education professionals seeking to enhance their intercultural competence. \n— \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDeveloped in collaboration with Value Learning\, this highly interactive program is designed for international education professionals who want to deepen their intercultural competence and strengthen how they support students and colleagues across cultural difference. Whether you work directly with international students or across multicultural teams\, cultural sensitivity and awareness are essential for effective communication and successful collaboration. \nThe program introduces key elements of intercultural competence — including concepts of culture\, cultural self-awareness\, value dimensions\, communication styles\, teaching and learning across cultures — and equips participants with practical activities and techniques that can be applied immediately in diverse professional environments. \n\n\n\n Format:\n Online live session via Zoom\n\n\n Duration:\n 90 minutes x 4 sessions\n\n\n Date:\n Tuesday 2 June\nThursday 4 June\nTuesday 9 June\nThursday 11 June\n\n\n Time:\n 12pm – 1.30pm (AEST)\n\n\n\nProgram \nSession 1 – Foundations \nExplore what intercultural competence means for international education professionals. Examine the concept of culture\, unpack the layers of cultural identity\, and begin building cultural self-awareness — understanding how your own background shapes the way you see and work with others.Session 2 – Value DimensionsExamine how values and beliefs differ across cultures and shape behaviour in professional contexts. Explore key cultural dimensions and develop the ability to recognise and work with diverse worldviews — moving from assumption to understanding.Session 3 – Communication & TeachingDevelop practical skills for communicating across cultural difference. Explore intercultural communication styles and what they mean for teaching\, advising\, and working in diverse educational environments.Session 4 – Navigating & ActingBuild capability to navigate conflict and complexity in intercultural situations. Practise concrete techniques to suspend judgement\, bridge difference\, and commit to purposeful action in your professional role.Audience \nThe workshop is targeted at professional and academic staff working across a broad range of roles in international education\, including: \n\nManagement\nStudent services\nTeaching and learning\nMarketing and recruitment\nLearning abroad and exchange\n\nOutcomes \nBy the end of this program\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine intercultural competence and its relevance to their role\nIdentify and apply key skills\, knowledge\, and attitudes for intercultural practice\nDescribe the layers of culture and how values shape professional behaviour\nRecognise and adapt to a variety of communication styles across cultures\nBuild capability to enhance the international student experience\nApply techniques to suspend judgement and navigate intercultural situations
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-intercultural-competence-masterclass-program/
LOCATION:Online Event: See event website for details
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20251122T024027Z
CREATED:20251122T024027Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF USA
DESCRIPTION:Following a successful inaugural event\, ICEF once again joins NAFSA as we head to Orlando for ICEF USA 2026. Designed exclusively for North American educators and supporting strategic international enrolment management\, the event builds upon the sessions held at NAFSA to provide the perfect introduction to working with agents in a supportive\, friendly\, and highly productive environment. \nFor this event\, ICEF only accepts agencies that have achieved ICEF Agency Status\, our most rigorous screening and reference checking process. \nDeveloped in collaboration with NAFSA\, this 1.5-day event takes place immediately following their 2026 Annual Conference.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-usa-2/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Orlando\, 9801 International Drive\, Orlando\, FL\, 32819\, United States
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTSTAMP:20260421T121540Z
CREATED:20260421T003306Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA Scholarships and Fellowships Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:IEAA’s Scholarships and Fellowships Network provides a platform for sharing ideas and developing the specialised skills of international education practitioners whose work involves sponsored students and fellowship recipients\, and their sponsors. \n— \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe IEAA Scholarships and Fellowships Forum is an opportunity to connect (or reconnect) with government sponsors\, practitioners at institutions and other organisations\, as well hear from our key stakeholders – awardees and alumni.This year\, the Forum will again be timed to coincide with key meetings hosted by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) with Australia academic institutions\, occurring immediately prior to the Network Forum. This maximises opportunities for professional development – and networking – for staff working with sponsored students.The network also partners with the ACT Young Professionals for a networking event on Wednesday 20 May 2026.We look forward to seeing you in Canberra! \nProgram\nWednesday 20 May 9:00am – 7:00pm AEST \n\n\n\n9:00am\nRegistration opens\n\n\n9:15am\nOpening Comments & CEO Update\nHon Phil Honeywood\, Alison White\, Brett Blacker\n\n\n9:45am\nIce Breaker\n\n\n10:00am\nNavigating Australia’s major scholarship and fellowship programs\nJohan Arnberg (Chair)\, Alex Maclaurin\, Jennifer Ross\, Sam Wall\, Susan O’Connell\, David Jory\n\n\n11:00am\nMorning tea\n\n\n11:30am\nFrom Opportunity to Impact: Redefining Value in Overseas Sponsorship\nSanjog Parajuli (Chair)\, Dang Thuy Chi\, Abeer A. Al-Hassan\, Hartini Mustaffa\, Prof Yuu Rahmawati\n\n\n12:30pm\nSponsor speed dating\nHartini Mustaffa\, David Jory\, Alex Maclaurin\, Jennifer Ross\, Sam Wall\, Susan O’Connell\, Abeer A. Al-Hassan\, Ofentse C. Thaelo\n\n\n1:20pm\nLunch\n\n\n2:20pm\nStudent/alumni panel\nYara Vasina (Chair) \n\n\n\n\n3:30pm\nRecent publications\, research\, and trends in the current policy landscape – what the data tells us\nAlison White (Chair)\, Keri Ramirez\, Aaron Duff\n\n\n4:30pm\nEarly networking\n\n\n5:00pm\nJoint ACT Young Professionals Networking Event\n\n\n\n\n Thursday 21 May 9:10am – 3:30pm AEST \n\n\n\n9:10am\nWelcome and recap of Day One\nSanjog Parajuli\, Johan Arnberg\, Yara Vasina\n\n\n9:15am\nCommunicating for impact: leveraging the voices of scholarship and fellowship recipients to showcase impact and outcomes\nClare Muller (Chair)\, James Martin\, Australia Awards Scholar (details TBC)\n\n\n10:00am\nSponsor Showcase | Duolingo – From barrier to bridge: digital innovation in refugee education pathways\nBrett Blacker\, Emma McLeavey-Wheeder\, Sally Baker\n\n\n10:45am\nMorning Tea\n\n\n11:15am\nThe role of marketing in the scholarships and fellowships space\nJohan Arnberg\, Bosco Anthony\, Rod Hearps\n\n\n11:45am\nFellowships\, short courses and informal learning opportunities – best practice and examples of impact\nAnna Kent (Chair)\, Phillip Fredericks\, more TBC\n\n\n12:45pm\nLunch\n\n\n1:45pm\nBest practice – preparatory programs for scholarship recipients\nSanjog Parajuli (Chair)\, Niranjala Seimon\, Asha Tsimeris\, Johan Arnberg\, Kiri Bishop\, Kylie Evans\n\n\n3:20pm\nWrap Up for Day Two and Closing comments\nAlison White\n\n\n\nAudienceIEAA’s Scholarships and Fellowships Forum provides a unique opportunity for government representatives\, sponsorship bodies and institutional staff to come together and explore a range of issues and opportunities. This forum will be useful for: \n\nProfessional staff in institutions who work with sponsored students.\nSenior staff within institutions who work directly with sponsors and/or set policies or budgets for international scholarships.\nGovernment sponsors (embassy staff\, cultural attaches\, departmental staff\, secretariats).\nNon-government and private sponsorship organisations.\nAcademics undertaking research in scholarships\, public diplomacy and international development.\n\nOutcomesForum participants will come away with a better understanding of: \n\nScholarship and fellowship programs from Australia and other countries\, including both government and non-government sponsors\nBest practice in cohort-specific support for a diverse range of sponsored students and fellowship recipients\nRole of scholarships in supporting the diversification of international education\nRole of fellowships in capacity building and professional/research collaborations\n\nForum participants will also have the opportunity to make connections with representatives from government and non-government scholarship and fellowship programs\, and network with fellow professionals committed to providing students and sponsors with best practice support.\nAccommodation discounts\nThere are discounts available at hotels within walking distance to the venue\, please see instructions below.Abode Apartment Hotels – Belconnen\, 3 Grazier Lane & Gungahlin Cnr Gribble St & Anthony Rolfle Ave \n\n12% off online rate\nVisit abodehotels.com.au\n Select Belconnen ‘Book Now’ OR Gungahlin ‘Book Now’\nEnter dates of stay\nEnter UCX26 in the promo code section to apply the discount\n\nMercure Canberra Belconnen – Chandler Street Belconnen \n\nUp to 15% off the rate of the day\nCLICK TO BOOK LINK\n Enter ‘Mercure Canberra Belconnen’ into Place field\nEnter dates of stay\nBusiness Code (SC750018616) and Access Code (UN734AU314) are auto filled discount is linked to Company Name: University of Canberra.\n\n\nThis event is led by IEAA ’s Scholarships & Fellowships Network supported by duolingo
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-scholarships-and-fellowships-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Ann Harding Conference Centre\, 24 University Drive\, Bruce\, ACT\, 2617\, Australia
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260421T121645Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA Admissions and Compliance Forum 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Admissions and Compliance Forum offers invaluable support\, professional development\, and networking opportunities for members of the network and other professionals involved in or interested in international admissions and compliance. \n— \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn recent years\, our sector has been shaped by uncertainty. Previous Forums focused on how we responded — adapting quickly and safeguarding integrity amid constant change.This year\, we shift the narrative. From Reaction to Readiness is about agency. It is about moving beyond managing volatility to designing systems that are prepared for it. With strong governance\, best practice\, robust data\, and smart automation\, International Admissions and Compliance teams can do more than endure disruption — we can outperform it.This Forum will explore how we position Admissions and Compliance as strategic partners within our institutions: strengthening decision-making\, enhancing collaboration across the student lifecycle\, and building resilient\, future-ready frameworks.The event kicks off with a half-day Masterclass\, focusing best practice in qualification and financial verification followed by speakers from various institutions and experts in the industry \n\nReadiness is not reactive. It is intentional\, embedded\, and forward-looking. \n\nProgram \nWednesday 13 May 12:00pm – 5:00pm AESTMasterclass | Verification in the Age of Sophistication: Smarter\, Faster\, Safer \n\n\n\n12:00pm\nRegistration & Lunch\n\n\n1:00pm\nWelcome \n\n\n1:05pm\nBest Practice in Qualification Fraud Prevention – Qualcheck\nPhillip Dupont\, Miles Durham\n\n\n2:45pm\nAfternoon Tea\n\n\n3:15pm\nFinancial document integrity – the MIST and LTU experience\nClare Wilson\, John Crutchley\, Victoria Heron\n\n\n5:00pm\nMasterclass concludes\n\n\n\n\nThursday 14 May 8:30am – 6:30pm AEST \n\n\n\n8:30am\nRegistration opens\n\n\n9:00am\nOpening\nAnna Kirkham\, Hang Nguyen\, Clare Wilson\n\n\n9:10am\nIEAA CEO Update\nHon Phil Honeywood\n\n\n9:45am\nMarket Trends from the Recruitment Perspective\nTom Gifford\n\n\n10:15am\nEmerging Practices in Admissions: Balancing\, Flexibility and Compliance\nKate Zhou\, Emily Duckett\, Theresa Watson\n\n\n10:45am\nMorning Tea\n\n\n11:15am\nThe Good Love Triangle – Admissions\, Recruitment\, Compliance\nClare Wilson (Chair)\, Kylie Brown\, Rob McDonald\n\n\n12:00pm\nFrom Gatekeepers to Game Changers: How Admissions Teams Can Lead the Automation Revolution\nMark Pettitt\, Fotios Lampropoulos\n\n\n1:00pm\nLunch\n\n\n2:00pm\nTNE Admissions: You don’t know what you don’t know\nHang Nguyen\, James Lin\, Liz Bascunan\, Natasha Tjhin\n\n\n2:45pm\nFrom Volume to Value: Priortising and Managing Applications Across the Admissions Funnel\nFiliz Block\n\n\n3:15pm\nAfternoon Tea\n\n\n3:30pm\nRestructure\, Reset\, Repeat\nTony Tong\, Maysie Procianos\, Ben Griffin\n\n\n4:15pm\nShaping Your Career: Paths\, Progression\, Possibilities\nAnna Kirkham\, Hang Nguyen\, Tom Gifford\n\n\n5:00pm\nNetworking\n\n\n\n Friday 15 May 9:00am – 4:00pm AEST \n\n\n\n8:30am\nRegistration opens\n\n\n9:00am\nOpening Comments\n\n\n9:05am\nESOS Compliance Health Check – learnings and observations from the IEP and LTU experience\nClare Wilson\, Melanie Duncan\n\n\n10:05am\nFrom Data Requests to Strategic Insight: Building an International Data Strategy\nIsabelle Lange\n\n\n10:45am\nMorning Tea\n\n\n11:15am\nFrom Reaction to Readiness: Practical Lessons from Preparing a Self-Assurance Report for Provider Re-registration\nDanielle Hartridge\, Melanie Duncan\n\n\n12:15pm\nInternational Admissions an Compliance: Building Defensible Decisions and Audit-ready Records\nHayley McNeel\, Julieanne Cox\n\n\n1:00pm\nLunch\n\n\n2:00pm\nAgent Governance in the Next Phase of International Education: From Trust to Structured Transparency\nAndrew Wharton\n\n\n2:30pm\nDepartment of Home Affairs & Department of Education\nEleanor Stewart\, Ben Nicholls\, Andrew Munro\n\n\n4:00pm\nClosing\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAudience \nA must-attend event for practitioners\, academics\, and professionals\, the forum will bring together industry experts eager to share their knowledge\, insights\, and practical advice. Attendees will also benefit from numerous networking opportunities with colleagues across the sectorOutcomes \nForum participants will come away with a better understanding of: \n\nBest practice in admissions and compliance processes\nESOS compliance – Agent Management\, Under 18 Students\nDetecting and mitigating fraudulent documentation\nShowcasing effective admissions and compliance operations\nLeveraging automation and digital tools to improve efficiency and integrity\n\n\n\nAccommodation Discount \nInterContinental have provided discounted rooms via the following link: InterContinental Discount \n\n\nThis event is led by IEAA’s Admissions and Compliance Network and supported by Pearson.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-admissions-and-compliance-forum-2026/
LOCATION:Intercontinental Adelaide\, North Terrace\, Adelaide\, SA\, 5000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20251122T023700Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF Spanish Education
DESCRIPTION:Following a successful 2025 event\, which saw hundreds of international education professionals gather in Madrid\, ICEF Spanish Education returns for its fifth edition. A three-day conference\, it connects education providers in Spanish speaking countries with high-quality\, ICEF-screened student recruitment agents from around the world. \nWith Spanish the official language in 20 different countries\, an increasing number of international students are actively pursuing a range of opportunities\, either in Spain or in a Spanish speaking country\, including short and long-term studies\, cultural immersion\, and vocational programmes. \nSpain’s capital and its most populous city\, Madrid serves as the elegant backdrop for this must-attend networking conference\, while providing all the amenities expected of a well-connected European metropolis.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-spanish-education/
LOCATION:Hotel Riu Plaza\, C.Gran Vía\, 84\, Madrid\, Madrid\, 28013\, Spain
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260507T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260507T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T002211Z
CREATED:20260421T002211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T002211Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the IEAA Board
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exclusive evening of connection and insight with IEAA Board Members! \nThis is a unique opportunity to engage with influential leaders shaping the future of international education in Australia. Hear directly from the Board as they take the stage for a lively and thought-provoking debate on the motion: “The government has done as much as it needs to do to deal with quality and integrity concerns.” Board members will share their perspectives on this critical issue and what it means for the sector in 2026. \nWhether you’re looking to build meaningful connections\, explore collaboration opportunities or gain inspiration from sector leaders\, this event offers a dynamic and engaging space to elevate your professional network. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the conversation shaping what’s next. \nThis event is open to IEAA members only. Not a member but wish to attend? Check out the different membership types available or email us at admin@ieaa.org.au. \nProgram \n5:00pm   Registration opens \n5:30pm   Welcome and opening by IEAA President\, Prof. Ren Yi \n5:40pm   Debate \n6:10pm   Closing remarks by IEAA CEO\, Hon. Phil Honeywood \n6:15pm   Networking\, drinks and canapés \n7:15pm   Event concludes
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/meet-the-ieaa-board/
LOCATION:Father’s Office Downtown\, 121 Flinders Lane\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20251122T023513Z
CREATED:20251122T023513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251122T023513Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF Canada
DESCRIPTION:Established as North America’s leading international educational networking opportunity\, ICEF Canada is a three-day event focused on international student recruitment for Canada and the US. \nWith a strong emphasis on quality and return on investment\, the event brings together pre-screened agents\, educational institutions\, sector-relevant service providers\, and industry stakeholders\, all with a shared commitment to promoting these two popular study destinations and securing sustainable recruitment pathways.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-canada/
LOCATION:Westin Harbour Castle\, 1 Harbour Square\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTSTAMP:20260421T001922Z
CREATED:20260421T001812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T001922Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA Learning Abroad Webinar | Asian Universities and Learning Abroad
DESCRIPTION:Learning Abroad programs globally are facing a range of changes and challenges. This ‘In-Conversation’ webinar will shift focus onto Asia. We will hear from three leaders in Hong Kong\, Singapore and South Korea to examine how their countries and institutions are managing changing student demand and interest in Learning Abroad. \nThe IEAA Learning Abroad Conveners will be joined by our colleagues; Pauline Ho from Nanyang Technology University (Singapore)\, Shally Fan at the Chinese University of Hong Kong\, (Hong Kong SAR)\, and Jason Kim at Sogang University (Republic of Korea). \nIn conversation with them\, we’ll explore the external and internal environment across three institutions and countries\, find out about emerging student trends\, and the impacts of recent changes to Australian and other policies. Considering these and broader geo-political impacts upon Asia\, we will investigate how they are each responding in their programming. \nJoin us for an exciting and interactive session to learn about the latest in the Asian Learning Abroad world and understand opportunities to deepen Asian partnerships and collaborations from an Australian context. \nAudience \nThis webinar will prove useful for: \n\nLearning Abroad practitioners\nStudy Abroad recruitment practitioners\nStudent experience practitioners\n\nOutcomes \nWebinar participants will come away with a better understanding of: \n  \n\nUnderstand the latest in the learning abroad environment in Singapore\, Hong Kong and Korea.\nLearn about student trends inbound and outbound from three leading Asian Learning Abroad universities\nExplore options for University Partnerships in Asia\nUnderstand the impacts and changes in Learning Abroad in our region as a result of Australian government and broader geo-political changes. \n\n  \nThis event is led by IEAA’s Learning Abroad Network.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-learning-abroad-webinar-asian-universities-and-learning-abroad/
LOCATION:Online Event: See event website for details
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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SUMMARY:ICEF Mexico - Colombia Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Mexico and Colombia are both major sending markets for international students and are continuing to grow. The ICEF Mexico-Colombia Roadshow provides an excellent\, cost-effective opportunity for educators to meet\, and leverage the expertise of ICEF-screened agents to recruit students from both of these important markets. \nThe roadshow starts in Mexico City on Monday\, April 13\, with an update on the Mexican market and a welcome reception\, providing delegates with the opportunity to introduce themselves to potential partners and reconnect with existing colleagues. This is followed by a full day of networking on Tuesday April 14\, where educators hold 1:1 meetings with quality agents recruiting students from over 15 Mexican states. \nThe roadshow then travels to Bogotá for the second day of networking\, which takes place on Friday April 17\, providing educators with the chance to meet agents covering the capital\, as well as over 10 Colombian provinces. \nPlease note places at this roadshow are strictly limited and it is not possible to book only one location.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-mexico-colombia-roadshow-2/
LOCATION:Please refer to the event website
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTSTAMP:20251122T022914Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF Eurasia
DESCRIPTION:Moving to Azerbaijan in 2026\, ICEF Eurasia is a three-day event that connects educators and industry service providers with quality\, ICEF-screened international student recruitment agents. Held in the country’s capital of Baku\, the largest city in the Caucasus and a venue for major international events\, ICEF Eurasia offers institutions a unique opportunity to expand and diversify their enrolments\, with high-quality agents attending from around 20 countries including: \n\nCaucasian countries: Armenia\, Azerbaijan and Georgia\nCentral Asian markets including Kazakhstan\, Uzbekistan\, Tajikistan\, and Kyrgyzstan\nThe large and important outbound market of Türkiye\nEstablished European markets: Croatia\, Cyprus\, Czech Republic\, Greece\, Hungary\, Latvia\, Lithuania and Poland\nEastern European countries: Albania\, Bosnia-Herzegovina\, Romania\, Serbia\, and Ukraine\nAs well as agents non domiciled in Russia\, supporting Russian students
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-eurasia-2/
LOCATION:Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard\, Khagani Rustamov Street 4C\, Khatai District\,\, Baku\, 1010\, Azerbaijan
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
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SUMMARY:ICEF ANZA
DESCRIPTION:For its 19th edition\, the annual ICEF Australia New Zealand Agent event (ANZA) heads to New Zealand’s capital. A popular destination event\, it offers education providers from Australia and New Zealand the opportunity to connect and form partnerships with quality\, ICEF-screened international student recruitment agents from around the world\, all focused on recruiting students to these two key study destinations. \nBoth countries offer a world-class education which\, combined with excellent travel and lifestyle opportunities\, makes them highly attractive destinations for international students. \nICEF ANZA takes place March 4 – 6 in Wellington\, New Zealand.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-anza-2/
LOCATION:Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre\, 50 Cable Street\, Weelington\, 6011\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260127T004357Z
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SUMMARY:BMI Student Education Fair: Monterrey
DESCRIPTION:BMI GlobalEd offers a comprehensive calendar of global engagement opportunities for international education professionals. Events include international student recruitment fairs\, high-school counsellor forums and workshops\, and global scholarship forums designed to connect institutional representatives directly with prospective students\, parents\, high-school leaders\, scholarship providers and government education agencies across key markets including Latin America\, the Middle East\, Africa and Asia. BMI also runs bespoke one-to-one meeting programmes and digital engagement options that extend reach year-round\, backed by decades of sector experience and partnerships with Times Higher Education. Institutions interested in expanding enrolments and building partnerships are encouraged to participate.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/bmi-student-education-fair-monterrey/
LOCATION:See the BMI Calendar of Events for Details and Registration
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20251122T021320Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF Japan - Korea Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:The ICEF Japan-Korea Roadshow provides the opportunity for educational institutions to meet and leverage the expertise of ICEF-screened agents to recruit students from two important source markets\, where making personal connections is crucial to long-term success.  \nJapan and Korea offer a range of opportunities for recruitment professionals. With its expansive internationalisation strategy\, Japan has seen continued growth in outbound student numbers\, with the Japanese government aiming to send 500\,000 students abroad by 2033. South Korea\, meanwhile\, despite a decline in overall numbers\, has huge potential\, with around a third of South Korean families eager to secure study abroad opportunities for their children.  \nRunning from February 24 – 26 2026\, the roadshow includes one-day networking events in both Tokyo and Seoul\, providing an efficient and cost-effective way to meet a large number of quality agents focused on these two key locations. \nPlease note: places at this roadshow are strictly limited and it is not possible to book only one location.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-japan-korea-roadshow-2/
LOCATION:Please refer to the event website
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20251122T021029Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF South Asia
DESCRIPTION:Following its sold out 2025 edition\, ICEF South Asia heads to Colombo\, Sri Lanka for 2026. This highly popular event offers the unique opportunity to connect with top quality\, ICEF-accredited student recruitment agents from across India and other South Asian countries including: Pakistan\, Nepal\, Bangladesh\, Bhutan\, and Sri Lanka. These agents are both valued business partners to educators and trusted advisors to the thousands of students across the region who wish to study abroad. \nBoasting around one quarter of the world’s population\, South Asia has become an incredibly important driver in the growth of student mobility\, with a 2024 report by Navitas forecasting that the region will account for 15% of the total share of international students worldwide by 2030. With the number of Indian students abroad having risen by over 50% in five years\, the country is now challenging China as the world’s leading source of internationally mobile students\, making this a must-attend event for educators looking to expand and diversify their enrolments. \nFor this event\, ICEF only accepts agencies that have achieved ICEF Agency Status\, our most rigorous screening and reference checking process. \nTaking place over the course of three days\, this much-anticipated event will be held at the Shangri-La Colombo.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-south-asia-2/
LOCATION:Shangri-La Colombo\, 1 Galle Face\, Colombo\, Colombo 2\, Sri Lanka
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTSTAMP:20251122T021111Z
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SUMMARY:ICEF Dubai
DESCRIPTION:Following 2025’s sold out event\, the immensely popular ICEF Dubai returns in February 2026 to celebrate its 20th anniversary\, enabling educators and service providers from around the world to meet with quality\, ICEF-accredited agents specialising in student recruitment from across the MENA region. \nThis important and diverse region\, with its large\, youthful population – around 50% of which is under the age of 24 – represents a significant opportunity. With a strong focus on international education in order to address a significant skills gap\, growing demand has been evident in 15+ countries including Algeria\, Bahrain\, Egypt\, Iran\, Iraq\, Jordan\, Kuwait\, Lebanon\, Libya\, Morocco\, Oman\, Qatar\, Saudi Arabia\, Tunisia\, and United Arab Emirates. \nFor this event\, ICEF only accepts agencies that have achieved ICEF Agency Status\, our most rigorous screening and reference checking process.
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/icef-dubai-2/
LOCATION:Jumeirah Emirates Towers\, Sheikh Zayed Rd - Trade Centre - Trade Centre 2\, Dubai\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20251113T015544Z
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SUMMARY:IEAA National Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The theme for IEAA’s 2026 National Symposium is partnerships for the future. Join us as we focus on existing and emerging partnerships that have the potential to enhance Australian international education – across all sectors – as we navigate increased policy and regulatory change. \n The Symposium opens with keynotes on Thursday evening and Friday morning from senior voices within and adjacent to international education. These are followed by expert-led provocations and panel sessions that explore multiple perspectives on partnerships throughout the student journey. Our 2026 National Symposium also features the outcomes of IEAA’s Agent Quality Research Project\, which is currently in progress. \nIEAA’s National Symposium is timed for the commencement of the 2026 academic year and provides a significant networking and peer-learning opportunity. We identify emerging issues and ‘agenda-setting’ priorities for the year ahead in international education in Australia. This annual event brings together diverse stakeholders from across Australia’s international education community including senior managers\, decision-makers and leaders who shape policy within government and education institutions. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from\, and network with\, experts and peers from across Australia’s international education community. This event has sold out every year\, so book your place now. \nProgram\nThursday 12 February 2026 (AEDT) \n\n\n\n5:30pm\nRegistration & Networking \n\n\n6:00pm\nOpening Comments\nHon Phil Honeywood\n\n\n6:05pm\nKeynote address\nProfessor Max Lu AO\n\n\n6:30pm\nNetworking Drinks \n\n\n\nFriday 13 February 2026 (AEDT) \n\n\n\n8:30am\nRegistration\n\n\n9:00am\nOpening Comments & Welcome Address\n\n\n10:00am\nMorning Tea \n\n\n10:30am\nProvocations\n\n\n11:30am\nPanel Sessions\n\n\n12:30pm\nLunch \n\n\n1:15pm\nPanel Sessions\n\n\n3:15pm\nThe Great Debate \n\n\n4:00pm\nClose 
URL:https://thekoalanews.com/event/ieaa-national-symposium/
LOCATION:William Angliss Institute\, 555 La Trobe St\, Melbourne\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:IE Event
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