International Association of Universities

Last updated
Formation1950;74 years ago (1950)
TypeNGO
HeadquartersParis, France
Region served
Worldwide
Membership
More than 600 members- Universities, higher education institutions & associations
Official language
French, English
President
Andrew J Deeks
Executive General Secretary
Hilligje van't Land
Main organ
IAU General Assembly
AffiliationsUNESCO
Website IAU Official website

The International Association of Universities (IAU) is a membership-led non-governmental organization working in the field of global higher education. It has more than 600 members in over 120 countries, including institutions, organizations, affiliates, and associates in higher education. [1] The IAU was created under and is an official associate partner of the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). [2]

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History

IAU was created under the auspices of UNESCO on 9 December 1950 during the International Conference of Universities in Nice. Its goal was and remains to encourage cooperation among institutions of higher education worldwide. [3]

Governance

The governing bodies of the IAU are the General Assembly and the Administrative Board. [4] The General Conference, convened every five years, votes an administrative board consists of the president and 14 members. [5] The Secretariat implements the strategy adopted by the governing bodies.

Members

As of 1 January 2022, the International Association of Universities counts more than 600 members (institutions, organizations, affiliates and associates) in over 130 countries worldwide. [6]

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