The Global Leadership League is thrilled to offer opportunities to connect and learn at the upcoming 16th Annual Forum on Education Conference. Mark your calendars and be sure to stop by The League’s Booth 34 in the Exhibit Hall to learn about upcoming programs, membership and to share good ideas.
Clothing Swap to Promote Sustainability
- 5:00-6.30 PM, Thursday, March 26, Gillham Hall, Lobby Level
- Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
Support The Forum’s conference theme, Actions for a Sustainable Future, and join our first ever Clothing Swap, co-hosted with League Supporter Partner, Global Experiences. Pack and donate 1-2 items of professional clothing, shoes or accessories in good condition that don’t work for you anymore. The Clothing Swap will extend the life of your items, decrease the negative impact on the environment and provide an opportunity to meet other eco-conscious colleagues.Drop by items between 4-5 PM Thursday at Gillham Hall, or bring once doors open at 5 PM. All unclaimed items will be donated to Dress for Success Kansas City.
LINK Up with The League Happy Hour
- 5:00-6.30 PM, Thursday, March 26, Spectators Bar, Mezzanine Level
- Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
Show off your new swapped items or enjoy a no-host happy hour beverage before heading out to dinner or receptions. We welcome conference attendees and all other local League interested to drop in (or stay put) at the Spectators Bar in the conference hotel. Please RSVP your attendance for space-planning purposes.
Extra Opportunities to Expand Your Learning
Workshop: Critical Dialogue on Women’s Issues Around the World
- Wed, March 25, 8:00-11:30 AM (register via the conference register form)
U.S. Higher Education today is framed by sustained attention to misogyny, sexual harassment and survivors of sexual violence. As a result, college-aged women (and men) in the U.S. are encouraged and increasingly empowered to speak up about these issues when they encounter them on campus or in the workplace. What happens when these same students encounter cultural norms and traditions abroad that clash with their expectations and values, and seem to promote gender inequality? How do we as educators prepare students to interpret and respond to gender inequality in their host community, as well as a plethora of other issues facing women around the world, including racism, educational and economic inequality, restrictions on reproductive freedom, and the impact of climate change?
Super Session: Moving Your Agenda Forward: Using the Standards to Negotiate for Education Abroad
- Friday, March 29, 8.45-10.35 AM, Room Chouteau
How can we make the case to align our organizations with the recommendations of the new Standards? Building on the Thursday morning session that introduces the new framework, participants will learn how to use the Standard as a tool to negotiate using techniques developed by the Global Leadership League. Participants will practice addressing challenges to stakeholders in their organizations.
