Together We Shape Inclusive, Scalable and Sustainable Education

ICDE brings institutions together to build knowledge, strengthen practice and influence global agendas to further access to education and lifelong learning for all

Engage your institution

Connect to a global community that builds shared capacity and confidence across education systems.
Expand your influence

Bring your experience into international conversations that shape policy and practice — while strengthening your voice and visibility globally.
Create lasting impact

Build change that strengthens practice and endures beyond individual initiatives and regional borders.

ADVANCING EDUCATION WORLDWIDE

ICDE fosters global collaboration that builds expertise and strengthens education across borders

Our community and initiatives support the design and delivery of inclusive, scalable, and sustainable approaches to education and lifelong learning in all world regions.

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OUR COMMUNITY

The power of working together

"While many countries retrench their international commitments, organisations such as ICDE become more important for facilitating global conversations related to the world’s most important need: inclusive, scalable, and sustainable education."

Mark Nichols

ICDE President & Executive Director, Open Polytechnic NZ

Join the action

ICDE activities connect expertise, collaboration, and practice across borders.
Through these initiatives, members engage, contribute, and advance shared progress in education.

Policy

Global Advocacy Campaign

Through its global advocacy campaign ICDE empowers individuals and institutions to join forces and advocate for inclusive, scalable and sustainable education within their regional contexts. Six regional task forces are led by ICDE members across all regions

Activities

Technology and Innovation Network

The ICDE Technology and Innovation Network (TIN) brings together members from across the ICDE global community who are passionate about advancing technology-enhanced learning and innovative pedagogical approaches in education.

Activities

Open Education Network

The Open Education Network facilitates knowledge sharing, collaboration and project development among ICDE members that leverages members’ expertise and practice within Open Education.

Policy

Education Policies

ICDE is a consultative partner to UNESCO since 1969. Through this affiliation members influence the shaping of educational policies globally.

OUR MEMBERS

Be a part of our Global Community

Meet our diverse global community, representing institutions and experts from over 90 countries. Together, our members bring local perspectives, shared expertise, and collective commitment to strengthening education worldwide.

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Events

Lillehammer Lifelong Learning ICDE Conference 2027

Feb 15, 2027

Lillehammer, Norway

Lillehammer Lifelong Learning ICDE Conference 2027

Explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in lifelong learning by attending this international conference in Lillehammer, Norway in February 2027.

Nov 15, 2027

Philippines

ICDE World Conference 2027

The 31st ICDE World Conference will take place in the Philippines, hosted by the University of the Philippines Open University. Join us for a truly global event!

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Train the Trainers: Redesigning Teaching for the Future

This premium workshop equips your academic staff with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to create, deliver, and evaluate high-quality Open, Flexible and Distance Learning (OFDL) courses—ensuring teaching excellence and future-readiness across your organisation.

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