NAFSA Regional Conferences

NAFSA Regions welcome you to participate in exceptional events for international educators in October and November of 2025. Build local connections with experts and colleagues working together to create global learning opportunities for students and scholars. Attend a conference that is convenient to you!

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Announcing NAFSA's Inaugural Global Summit

Join us for the NAFSA Inaugural Global Summit in Tangier, Morocco, January 19–23, 2026. The groundbreaking Summit convenes future-minded international education thought leaders, strategic architects and innovators to reflect deeply and act boldly on what it means to be future-ready.

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Stand for International Students and Scholars

Join NAFSA and the U.S. for Success Coalition in conveying to Congress that visa appointment issues and visa processing delays jeopardize the contributions international students and scholars make to every corner of this country--costing the country $7 billion in lost revenue.

Urge Congress to Intervene

Benefits of Membership

Join the largest association serving international educators worldwide.

Gain access to the resources to shape your international education programs, build skills, and achieve professional goals. NAFSA Members receive discounted rates on annual and regional conferences, professional learning programs, special events, publications, and much more. Join NAFSA today to take your next step towards success.

Join NAFSA as a New Member for only $199!

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Updated International Enrollment Analysis

NAFSA and JB International have released new research showing that the potential 30-40 percent decline in new international student enrollment in the United States this fall could result in a 15 percent drop in overall enrollment. This drop would result in nearly $7 billion in lost revenue and more than 60,000 fewer jobs.

Read the Fall 2025 Outlook and Impact Report
 
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Adviser's Manual 360

The Adviser's Manual 360 is an online, searchable knowledge center of current U.S. laws, policies, and procedures related to international student and scholar immigration and visa issues. License this continuously updated essential resource for you and your staff and enjoy access on any device, anytime.

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October 28, 2025 | 1:00 pm

From Congress to Campus: Effective Advocacy Tactics in International Education

While political landscapes continually shift, the need to advocate for international education, locally and globally, persists. Effective advocacy adapts to both supportive and challenging environments. This session reviews examples of advocacy at different levels: 'Big A', focusing on government and policy-level initiatives, and 'Small A', highlighting localized efforts within institutions and communities. Panelists will discuss strategies that are effective in supportive environments as well as those necessary to make inroads in less welcoming ones. This presentation is based on session
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November 5 - 7, 2025 | 2:00 pm
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Assessment and Evaluation for International Educators

Drive evidence-based success in your international education programs through this hands-on training in assessment strategies, including survey design, focus groups, and interview techniques that deliver actionable data for institutional decision-making. Find out more!
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November 12, 2025 | 1:00 pm
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From Concept to Productivity: Generative AI Tools Shaping ISSS Advising

Step into conversation with panelists as they explore the practical integration of generative AI tech tools in the ISSS workplace. Discover real-world examples of AI-driven tools delivering measurable results—streamlining operations and unlocking new efficiencies. Hear from panelists on crucial...
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