Programme

Washington update: Mid-term assessment of challenges facing exchanges

Wednesday, 19 September – 11:00 – 12:00
Pentland room

Challenges continue for the international exchange community. Those challenges include steep proposed budget cuts, changes in visa screening procedures and overstay policies, and potential restrictions on privately-funded exchange programs. This session with The Alliance will provide a policy update and share the findings of a new report on the impact of the Intern and Trainee programs.

Moderator

Carye Duffin

Senior Director, External Relations
Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)

Speaker

Ilir Zherka

Executive Director
Alliance for International Exchange

Why attend

  • Over 600 attendees from the global youth and student travel industry
  • 150+ pre-selected buyers
  • Up to 48 pre-scheduled business appointments
  • 92% senior management attendees
  • 25 seminars and workshops
  • Up to 7 networking events