Safe Passage strives to build networks of international schools and organizations that not only grasp the issues involved when lives are made mobile but also develop the capacity to address them effectively.
The Association of International Educators and Leaders of Color (AIELOC) is devoted to amplifying the work of international educators and leaders of color with a focus on advocacy, learning, and research.
EALA is committed to showing the path to possible for practitioners by providing curated, searchable resources, access to experts, a tech library featuring accessibility features in edtech, and examples from the field
The Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC), a world-renowned accrediting association and one of the four regional accrediting agencies in the United States, works closely with the Office of Overseas Schools under the U.S. Department of State. ACS WASC provides assistance to schools worldwide, especially in California, Hawaii, Guam, Asia, the Pacific Region, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe.
ACS WASC advances and validates quality ongoing school improvement by supporting its private and public elementary, secondary, and postsecondary member institutions to engage in a rigorous and relevant self-evaluation and peer review process that focuses on equity, inclusion, and access to high-level, rigorous learning opportunities for all students.
ISLES Collaborative is an international group of leaders of student support who work together to advance higher quality student support within the international school system and support one another as we strategically develop support programs in international schools around the worldISN believes that connecting with like-minded peers on the topics you are passionate about, in a truly collaborate and encouraging open environment, will give the power to educators around the world to build meaningful connections, communal networks and ultimately help develop your own tailored professional learning journey.
International Schools Services (ISS) provides comprehensive, customized, student-centered services to schools and educators that exemplify best practices, catalyze innovation, foster collaboration, and connect educators around the world. As a leading nonprofit organization, ISS provides a full range of services necessary for international schools to thrive and deliver an outstanding global education to students.
Steps to independence. Steps to employment. Steps to equality. The STEPS Community mission is to empower employers and educators to realise and embrace the potential of neurodivergent people – as students, employees, as customers and as part of their community, so that together we can create a more inclusive world.
The East Asia Regional Council of Schools is an organization of 213 member schools in East Asia. EARCOS inspires adult and student learning through its leadership and service and fosters intercultural understanding, global citizenship and exceptional educational practices within our learning communit
World Council for Curriculum & Instruction is a transnational community of thought leaders and educational practitioners. WCCI is dedicated to creating educational policies, research, curricula and pedagogies that support the attainment of a peaceful, just, and sustainable world.
WCCI's Goals:
* Facilitate cross-cultural and transnational collaboration to enhance educational policies, research, curricula and pedagogies relevant to the building of a peaceful, just , and sustainable world
* Promote sharing among educators in all levels and contexts of holistic strategies to promote peace, social and economic justice, advance human rights, intercultural and international understanding, and sustainable futures
* Advocate for educational programs and initiatives that can help fulfill the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in particular, UN SDG #4: Quality Education
Learn more at https://www.wcci-international.org/
The Academy of International School Heads (AISH) is a worldwide organization created for heads by heads that focuses on creating a community where international educational leadership thrives.
The Common Ground Collaborative (CGC) is a global non-profit network of schools and individuals united in a common purpose expressed in our simple mission: Everybody Learns. We work together in schools and school systems to build an interconnected human context for learning, comprising Learning Cultures and Learning Communities.
The English Language Learning Specialists in Asia advocate for equitable best practices for multilingual learners across Asia and beyond. ELLSA aspires to bring together a community of collaborative professionals who advocate for multilingual learners
Changing Perspectives works to achieve systemic change to create more equitable, empathetic and inclusive communities. Social-emotional learning is applicable to people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, backgrounds and cultures. Developing these essential skills around collaboration, communication and empathy are universal to the betterment of schools, workplaces, and communities.
AAICIS is dedicated to amplifying the impact of instructional coaching in international schools to empower educators, cultivate thriving communities, and unlock student potential. AAICIS leads the development of instructional coaching in international schools by providing advocacy, research, resources, and inclusive, membership-driven community connections.
ISCA is the premier association formed by international school counselors for counselors. We cultivate a safe, open-minded environment to promote community, connection and professional learning. Our collection of offerings build relevant, culturally-competent, comprehensive programs that empower counselors to be better advocates who help students thrive.
The Tri-Association is a non-profit organization, comprised of private, accredited, independent schools, offering an American-style education, and residing in three geographic regions (Central America, Mexico, Colombia, Caribbean).
The MLRC is a research center focused on teaching and learning. Our goal is to advance educational outcomes for multilingual learners through innovative and socially just research and research–practice partnerships. The MLRC is part of the University of Wisconsin—Madison School of Education and is located within the Wisconsin Center for Educational Research.
The Global Safeguarding Collaborative (“the GSC”) is a 501(c)3 educational non-profit organization committed to ensuring all students around the world are protected by effective safeguarding practices regardless of their school’s location, financial status, or access to resources. Founded in 2019, the GSC was incorporated as a Massachusetts-based non-profit organization in 2023 and is governed by a 10-person Board of Directors. As of January 2025, we have 650 members in approximately 485 schools in 89 countries.
As a Collaborative, the GSC actively supports and encourages the exchange of information and resources between members who are primarily safeguarding leads, school counselors, administrators, and other safeguarding professionals working with children. In addition to support and resources, the GSC also offers external coaching, safeguarding system audits, and the opportunity for schools to distinguish their commitment to safeguarding through the GSC-Endorsed School initiative.
Funds generated through donations and fee-based services directly support the GSC’s mission by providing scholarships for professional development, compensating facilitators and content creators, and covering operational expenses. This ensures equitable access to essential safeguarding resources and expertise while fostering a global culture of safety and protection for all students.
AISA is dedicated to transforming student learning by leading and supporting professional growth, good governance, strategic thinking, and the wellbeing of the entire AISA community of schools.
NESA is dedicated to educator professional growth to improve student learning. We deliver on this mission via intertwined systems of care and quality programming, focusing not only on ideas and knowledge, but also on nurturing and relationships that allow for transformational learning and system impact — all in service of improved student learning.
The International MTSS Association (IMA) unites educators, leaders, researchers, and agencies to turn evidence into action. We strengthen prevention-first MTSS systems and leadership capacity so every student, in every setting, has access to the instruction and supports needed to succeed.
Our Vision
Uniting research, practice, and policy to advance evidence-based systems and strengthen leadership worldwide so that every learner thrives.
Our Purpose
The International MTSS Association exists to build global capacity for delivering effective, equitable tiered systems of academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support by integrating research, practice, and policy.
Big Bad Boo was founded with one simple objective… to reach every child in the world and let them know: whatever their shape, color, or size; whatever their gender, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation—they have the right to dream, to aspire, and to be respected. Through award-winning cartoons, story-driven SEL and citizenship curriculum, and research-validated measurement tools, we support children in building the skills to care for themselves, others, and their communities.
We empower individuals with learning disabilities, their families, educators, and professionals with key knowledge.
Through personalized and evidence-based programs, we provide tools, resources, and community, so individuals with learning disabilities can thrive, families can be supported, and those who work with individuals with LD can be well-informed.
Our team of highly trained specialists, educators, and therapists are passionate about supporting individuals with learning disabilities. We stay abreast of the latest research and best practices to ensure we offer the highest quality of programs and resources.
We aim to reach every family with free or low-cost resources like podcasts, how-to articles, and webinars.
