Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging Abroad

Yale Study Abroad is committed to providing all students with advising and access to study abroad programs that fit their academic goals and personal needs. The diversity and interconnectedness of your identities, backgrounds, skills, and perspectives help to enrich learning environments on campus and abroad.

As you research your study abroad options, take time to consider how aspects of your identities might shape your summer, term, or year abroad and know that we are here to support you throughout your international experience. We encourage you to explore the resources below, meet with a study abroad adviser, and reach out to Yalies who have already studied abroad and have volunteered to share their stories with you.

Point: Yale Study Abroad has partnered with Diversity Abroad, an organization whose mission is "to create equitable access to the benefits of global education by empowering educators, engaging stakeholders, and connecting diverse students to resources and opportunity." Use your Yale email address to access Diversity Abroad's resources, advice, and global community. 

Diversity & Inclusion Resources by Identity

The list below is a starting point for resources to help you navigate identity-related considerations abroad. We recognize that identities can be interconnected and we encourage you to review all of the sections with which you identify or wish to explore further. We will continue to add resources to this page.

• First-Generation and/or Low Income (FGLI) Students
• Gender Roles Abroad
• Heritage Seekers
• International Students
• LGBTQ+ Students
• Race & Ethnicity 
• Religion & Spirituality
• Student-Athletes
• Students with Disabilities

Diversity & Inclusion Resources by Destination

The following organizations offer resources by location:

• CET Academic Programs: Diversity & Inclusion Abroad
• CIEE: City-Specific Resources for Studying Abroad
• IES Abroad: Country-Specific Diversity Resources by Program 
• SIT Study Abroad: Diversity & Inclusion Resources by Region
• IFSA Student Stories

We also encourage you to check our calendar of events or follow our newsletter to learn about student panel discussions and other events that take place throughout the school year.

Question: Do you have additional resources to share? If so, we'd love to hear from you.