Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE)
entry by Julie M. Marx, Global Family Expert at Expat Valley
The Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE) is a non-profit, membership-based organization that brings together leaders of international schools worldwide to foster exemplary school leadership and innovative educational practice. AAIE facilitates the exchange of research, ideas, and resources that strengthen international education systems and support evidence-informed decision-making in schools. Through conferences, institutes, and professional networks, it provides learning opportunities focused on emerging challenges and future-ready leadership in global education. AAIE also serves as a collaborative hub connecting schools, universities, and partner organizations committed to advancing quality education for internationally mobile communities.
Comparable terms
Regional Education Association (international schools); International School Council (school governance); Professional Learning Network (educators)
Why this matters
AAIE plays a central role in setting standards and sharing knowledge across international schools, which directly influences the quality of education available to globally mobile families. For practitioners, partnering with AAIE opens access to leadership development, peer networks, and research that inform better support for students and families in transition. Understanding AAIE helps global family professionals situate school-level practices within a wider ecosystem of international education leadership.
Cross-references
International School (Education); CIS (Professional Bodies); Tri-Association (Professional Bodies); AISA (Professional Bodies); AASSA/AMISA (Professional Bodies); CEESA (Professional Bodies); EARCOS (Professional Bodies); WASC (Professional Bodies); ECIS (Professional Bodies); School Search Consultant (Professional Support Roles); DSP (Professional Support Roles).
AAIE connects many of the institutions and professionals that shape policy and practice for international schools serving global families.
Sources
AAIE: Who We Are; AAIE Institute for International School Leadership; AAIE home page
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