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The International Association of Universities (IAU) is a membership-led non-governmental organization working in the field of global higher education. It has more than 600 members in over 120 countries, including institutions, organizations, affiliates, and associates in higher education. [1] The IAU was created under and is an official associate partner of the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). [2]
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| Formation | 1950 |
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| Type | NGO |
| Headquarters | Paris, France |
Region served | Worldwide |
Membership | More than 600 members- Universities, higher education institutions & associations |
Official language | French, English |
President | Andrew J Deeks |
Executive General Secretary | Hilligje van't Land |
Main organ | IAU General Assembly |
| Affiliations | UNESCO |
| Website | IAU Official website |
IAU was created under the auspices of UNESCO on 9 December 1950 during the International Conference of Universities in Nice. Its goal was and remains to encourage cooperation among institutions of higher education worldwide. [3]
The governing bodies of the IAU are the General Assembly and the Administrative Board. [4] The General Conference, convened every five years, votes an administrative board consists of the president and 14 members.[5] The Secretariat implements the strategy adopted by the governing bodies.
As of 1 January 2022, the International Association of Universities counts more than 600 members (institutions, organizations, affiliates and associates) in over 130 countries worldwide. [6]
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