WAHED26: Europe and the Americas

From Global to Local: Advancing Equitable Access and Success in Higher Education.

The WAHED26: Europe and the Americas conference will take place fully online on 24 November 2026 to mark World Access to Higher Education Day 2026. The online programme will feature engaging panel discussions alongside paper presentations, creating space for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and innovative ideas. All sessions are centred on the theme “From Global to Local: Advancing Equitable Access and Success in Higher Education,” ensuring a focused and impactful exploration of equity and inclusion worldwide.

Admission is free to all WAHEN Members.

Programme

Speakers will include:

  • Andreas Schleicher, Director for Education and Skills, OECD
  • Mia Wallin-Hansen, Policy Officer, EU Commission
  • Juanita Bodmer, Head of Strategy, ATENEA
  • Kimberly Jones, President, Council of Opportunity in Education
  • Henriette Reierson Johnstone, Leader Executive Committee, SAIH

And more to be announced.

Rear view of Audience in the conference hall or seminar meeting

Call for contributions

The call for paper contributions will open on 20th July.

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