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Feel the Rhythm of Revolution in Glasgow
The EAIE Conference and Exhibition is the largest international higher education conference in Europe, attracting thousands of professionals from around the world. The annual event serves as a platform for the higher education community, bringing the global sector together in one place each year – a true one-stop shop for learning, networking and inspiration.
Through 240+ cutting-edge sessions and activities, in-depth workshops, an impressive showcase of over 250+ exhibition stands and a diverse array of networking events, the EAIE Conference gives participants the opportunity to enhance their expertise, explore current trends in higher education and establish partnerships with institutions from around the world.
In 2026, colleagues from across the international education sector will come together for the 36th Annual EAIE Conference and Exhibition.
We are thrilled to return to a city renowned for its resilience and rich cultural heritage, which provides the perfect backdrop for exploring potential futures for our sector. This year’s theme is ‘The Rhythm of Revolution’, a call to tune into the momentum of transformation and to help shape its direction with purpose and care.
The EAIE Exhibition is more than just a trade show; it is a global meeting place of 250+ exhibitors and 1000+ organisations from around the world, including national pavilions.
Networking and partnership–building will be key focuses for many participants in the Exhibition.
Who is attending
The largest of its kind in Europe, the EAIE Conference and Exhibition attracts leaders and decision-makers in international higher education from around the globe.
- Rectors, vice-rectors, directors of international offices
- Managers of international programmes
- Educators and researchers
- Government representatives
- Professionals in student services, marketing and recruitment, credential evaluation, alumni relations, and more
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Conference theme: The Rhythm of Revolution
Higher education professionals know that change is possible, but it requires a clear vision, the courage to challenge convention and the collective will to act. That is why the theme for the 2026 EAIE Conference and Exhibition is ‘The Rhythm of Revolution’, a call to tune into the momentum of transformation and to help shape its direction with purpose and care. In higher education, where knowledge meets possibility, we have a unique role to play in this rhythm of change. This theme invites us to reflect on our responsibilities as educators.
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Sustainable initiatives at the conference
At the EAIE, we want to contribute to a clean future by choosing, whenever possible, sustainable and green venues, suppliers and products. The EAIE Conference and Exhibition has an impact on the environment, but this is also where we can make the biggest difference. Here’s what we do to support this goal:
Work with sustainable venues
The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) is committed to reducing the environmental impact of events held in its venues. This includes committing to a "Net Zero 2030" target, focusing on sustainability through renewable energy, waste reduction, and sustainable catering.
Key initiatives include using 100% renewable electricity, a 200 km radius food-sourcing strategy, and implementing ISO 20121 standards to reduce event environmental impacts.
Embrace fair trade and sustainable conference items
- Provide biodegradable reusable coffee cups
- Use ecological printing paper
- Encourage reusable water bottles and provide water stations around the venue
- Cooperate with Township, a company that produces the conference tote bag and supports female entrepreneurship in South Africa
Encourage participants to make greener choices
- Offer participants complimentary public transportation passes for the duration of the conference week.
- Promote train travel in our communications with participants and encourage reducing CO2 emissions with CANIE.
- Offer participants an ‘I travelled green’ sticker, both digitally and in-person to show they chose to travel sustainably.
- Share the #EAIEgreengoals hashtag and encourage participants to use it to spread the word about their own actions.
- Teach participants about sustainable practices at our dedicated Sustainability Hub at the conference.
- Organise a Netwalking activity in collaboration with local non-profits where participants spend afternoon of giving back through clean-up activities in the host city.
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About the organisation
The European Association for International Education (EAIE) is a non-profit, member-led organisation serving individuals actively involved in international higher education. The EAIE connects thousands of higher education professionals and provides a forum for professional development, information dissemination and networking, with 3000 members from Europe and around the world.
At the EAIE, fresh ideas and best practices can flourish and shape the field of internationalisation. EAIE activities are geared towards helping professionals succeed in their work. In short, the EAIE is dedicated to promoting and driving responsible international education in Europe and beyond.
