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50-Minute Sessions

Shared Interest (SI)

Forgotten Wars and Social Responsibility of International Education

Thursday, May 29, 2025
1:00 PM – 1:50 PM PST
In a world increasingly shaped by conflict, displacement, and geopolitical tensions, international education has a critical role beyond mobility and exchange. Yet, too often, global crises especially those in regions outside dominant policy narratives are overlooked. This session examines the responsibility of international education leaders to engage with forgotten wars and their far-reaching consequences, from refugee displacement to disrupted educational systems and knowledge loss. How can institutions foster academic access, preserve intellectual capital, and contribute to peacebuilding? Through case studies, and innovative partnerships, this session will challenge educators, policymakers, and institutions to rethink their role in shaping a more just, informed, and globally responsible future.