Advance International Education
Ask Your Lawmakers to Help Attract Attract and Retain International Students
With a new session of Congress underway, now is an important time to educate your elected officials on the contributions international students make to U.S. innovation in STEM fields, economic competitiveness, national security, and workforce development. Urge your lawmakers to support expanding dual intent and creating a pathway to a green card for international student graduates to ensure the United States can attract and retain global talent.
Urge Your Elected Officials to Expand Access to Study Abroad
International experiences like study abroad help students succeed in their careers and collectively contribute to a more innovative, secure, and prosperous United States. Yet only 10 percent of U.S. college students study abroad before they graduate. The bipartisan Senator Paul Simon Study Abroad Program Act will expand access to the critical skills that study abroad opportunities provide by making it more affordable for institutions and students. Urge your elected officials to cosponsor the bill.
Advocacy Day
Advocacy Day
Speak out for students, scholars, and policies that matter to you! NAFSA Advocacy Day returns to an in-person format for the first time since 2019. Educate Congress on how international education impacts your state and district and why we need a more globally engaged and welcoming United States.
Advocate of the Year
The Advocate of the Year Award is given annually to recognize an individual who has excelled in grassroots advocacy for international education and has inspired others to get involved. The 2025 Award will be presented during Advocacy Day in April.