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OUR COMMUNITY


Advancing excellence in international education leadership

AAIE Our Community

Keeping Our Global Community Connected

Empowering Leaders in International Education

AAIE’s mission is to support international educators lead with vision, wisdom, courage, and integrity.  When your school becomes a member of AAIE, you join a truly unique network—the only global community solely focused on supporting international school leaders and their senior leadership team.

Together, we are leading the way.

 

OUR MEMBERS

Schools join AAIE to connect with a global network of leaders, access high-quality professional learning, and stay at the forefront of innovation and best practices in international education.

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OUR PARTNERS

Partners join AAIE to engage directly with a global community of international school leaders, build meaningful relationships, and contribute to shaping the future of international education.

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Celebrating Our Community

Each year, AAIE proudly celebrates the accomplishments of our global community through a series of awards and scholarships that honor excellence, innovation, and service in international education. These recognitions are a vital part of our mission to uplift and inspire school leaders, educators, and students who are making a meaningful impact across the international school network. From leadership awards that highlight transformative vision and dedication, to scholarships that support the growth of future changemakers, AAIE’s annual honors reflect the strength, resilience, and creativity of our community.

By recognizing outstanding contributions, we not only celebrate individual and collective achievements but also reinforce our shared commitment to advancing global education. These recognitions serve as a reminder of the powerful work being done every day—and the importance of elevating those who lead with purpose and heart.

 

MEMBER AWARDS

These awards seek to recognize member achievements in exemplary leadership, innovation, longevity of membership in the organization, and those who have made significant contributions to international education. 

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS 

AAIE supports two international High School and University Scholarship Programs to encourage participation and investigation of topics related to internationalism, leadership and international education. 

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Regional Organizations

AAIE works in close collaboration with regional associations around the globe, each of which supports international schools within distinct geographic regions. These regional organizations serve as vital hubs for professional development, accreditation guidance, leadership support, and school improvement initiatives tailored to the unique needs of their member schools. Together with the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Overseas Schools, AAIE and these associations form a dynamic, interdependent network that ensures American-sponsored and internationally-minded schools are equipped with the resources, advocacy, and community they need to thrive.

American International Schools in the Americas (AMISA)
Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA)
Central and Eastern European Schools Association (CEESA)
East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS)
Educational Collaborative for International Schools (ECIS)
Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools (NESA)
The Tri-Association

These global partnerships extend support to school leaders, faculty, and the broader school community—ensuring continuity, innovation, and excellence in education, no matter the location. Through this collaborative ecosystem, AAIE helps strengthen leadership capacity and fosters shared learning across borders.

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