Institute of International Education Midwest Regio
Cause Area
- Education & Literacy
- International
Location
401 N. Wabash Ave.Suite 722Chicago, IL 60611 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
To promote closer educational relations between the people of the United States and other countries. To increase substantially the numbers of students and professionals who have the opportunity to study and teach abroad. To contribute to sustainable development through international training programs in energy, environmental management, and leadership development. To assist corporations, foundations, and governments in finding and developing young leaders able to work and think on a global basis.
Description
IIE is the world's most experienced global higher education and professional exchange agency. Adminstrator of the Fulbright Program, the U.S. Government's premier public diplomacy initiative. Provider of training and leadership development programs for public and private sector professionals around the world. Organizer of democracy-building, civil society and human rights training initiatives in transitional societies. Initiator of projects that help students and scholars worldwide, including testing and advising, scholarships, and emergency financial assistance. Provider of international affairs programs and visitor and protocol services that enrich our communities and regions.