Pdx Abroad

PDX Abroad envisions a community of innovators advancing the field of education abroad through active engagement across institutional and organizational boundaries. We provide leadership within the Portland area and a platform for local education abroad professionals to collaborate and innovate. Values: Innovation; collectively exploring and discovering new ways to meet challenges. Collaboration and Cooperation; within and across institutions and organizations, irrespective of titles, and in a non-competitive space. Inclusion; honoring the individual and each person’s unique experience and perspectives. Leadership Development; ongoing learning, mentorship and support Passion; commitment to improving the world through international education and to supporting our community of educators. Goals and Objectives: To increase engagement of EA professionals in the Portland area To increase opportunities for connections and communication between EA professionals To motivate and inspire EA professionals to collaborate and seek innovative solutions to international education challenges To assist local EA professionals in improving education abroad programs and practices in the community and at their institutions