South Asians constitute one of the fastest growing immigrant groups in the U.S., with an increasing presence in higher education leadership. No South Asia-focused organization has tapped into the collective professional power of these groups — until now.
SouthAsia-IEN helps fill this gap and is not limited to those of South Asian heritage. Rather, we aim to be inclusive, recognizing the wide and deep historical, geographical, and cultural connections between South Asia and global higher education.
South Asia is now central to global higher education — and the regional landscape is shifting on five fronts simultaneously.
Government-to-government initiatives are expanding.
Institutional partnerships are accelerating.
Regulatory & policy landscapes are shifting rapidly.
India is the largest sender of international students worldwide; Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka & Pakistan are fast-growing mobility markets.
The region is home to one of the world's largest youth populations.
SouthAsia-IEN fills the gap by offering a comprehensive approach to global engagement with the region.
Through training and partnership outcomes.
The only organization focused on long-term, strategic higher education engagement with South Asia.
To South Asian institutions, governments, and diaspora leaders.
Access to expertise and networks built by a Founding Advisory Committee of global leaders.
Research, professional learning, advisory services, and advocacy in a single membership.