Welcome to International Virtual Exchange Network

Network members include facilitators, educators, administrators, researchers, institutional learning professionals, and is welcome to all individuals and organizations with interest in advancing the reach and quality of global education and diversity training through virtual exchange.

Virtual Exchange thrives on partnerships. By joining IVEN, you are becoming part of this active network where you can tap into resources, get input on teaching and programs, share opportunities, obtain advice from seasoned colleagues, and more. 

We currently offer this membership on a 6-month free trial basis. To sustain a quality network, a small membership contribution will be asked thereafter, beginning in May 2020. If these dues are prohibitive, contact our memberships manager for scholarship and scale options.

There are many benefits when you register to become a member. As a member you’ll be able to:  

Share and access a variety of resources from a living Resource Library such as:

• Online facilitation activities and methods 

• Toolkits and guides for program implementation

• Member-shared research and impact evaluations

Connect with colleagues and potential collaborators

• Find new virtual exchange partners in this social professional network

• Monthly webinars and meetups that highlight good practices and applications

• Open discussion forums where you can ask questions and share lessons learned

Participate in professional development opportunities

• Join trainings and masterclasses on virtual facilitation, how to integrate virtual exchange into your institution, and online collaboration. 

• Join exclusive member events to learn the latest findings from the field and partners. 

• Engage the leading champions, policy makers, and donors shaping the future of virtual exchange.

From 2018-2020, a consortium of 8 organizations implemented the pilot Erasmus+ Virtual Exchange project as a part of the Erasmus+ programme, providing an accessible, ground-breaking way for young people to engage in intercultural learning. 

The International Virtual Exchange Network builds on the Erasmus+ Virtual project to continue the impact, network-building, and resource sharing for Virtual Exchange professionals in Europe and beyond. 

The International Virtual Exchange Network is hosted by the Sharing Perspectives Foundation.