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Race, Ethnicity, & Nationality Resources

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Resources for being you abroad.

We want to offer you the world. At IES Abroad, we believe that studying and interning abroad is not just for a specific type of student, it is for everyone, no matter how they identify. While we're excited that you've already taken the first step and started looking into your study abroad options (where you want to go, what you want to do, what language you want to learn), we know that as a student of color, or as a non-American student, you may have a few other concerns. What is it like being a Black student Abroad? An Asian student abroad? A Latinx student abroad? A non-American student on a majority-American student program? We've got you!

That's why we have compiled resources to help prepare you and support you along the way. If you need additional resources outside of those that are linked below, please do not hesitate to contact [email protected]. 

Browse a collection of IES Abroad and other website's resources specific to the student of color and international student experience.

IES Abroad Student Advice & Experience
Race and Ethnicity Resources
International Student Resources
Anti-Racism & Allyship Resources

The Student of Color and International Student Study Abroad Experience
Eunice Shek prepares a tea ceremony

World of Difference Alumni Profile - Eunice Shek

In celebrating 10 years of the Initiative to Diversify Education Abroad (IDEA), IES Abroad alum Eunice Shek shares her experiences studying abroad in Nagoya and Dublin, while identifying as a mixed Chinese/Caucasian-American, cisgender, demiromantic woman. 

Jaagrit stands in wilderness outside of Santiago

World of Difference Alumni Profile - Jaagrit Randhawa

In celebrating 10 years of the Initiative to Diversify Education Abroad (IDEA), IES Abroad alum Jaagrit Randhawa shares her experience studying abroad in Santiago and identifying as an Indian-American woman. 

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Making Black History Abroad

Read about how our students, alumni, and colleagues have made and continue to make black history abroad.

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Global Citizen of the Year - Breana Ross

In 2018, we celebrated Breana Ross for becoming the IES Abroad Global Citizen of the Year.  Hear from her as she discusses how her study abroad experience in Cape Town has helped her on her journey of becoming a global citizen. 

Bruno poses by a pair of giant glasses in Cape Town

World of Difference Alumni Profile - Bruno Sacatucua

In celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the Initiative to Diversify Education Abroad (IDEA), IES Abroad alum Bruno Sacatucua discusses his experience studying abroad in Cape Town as a young Black man. 

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World of Difference Alumni Profile - Lydia Carr

In celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the Initiative to Diversify Education Abroad (IDEA), IES Abroad alum Lydia Carr discusses her experience as a Jamaican Taiwanese woman while studying abroad. 

Students in Ecuador

The Truth Revealed: 9 Misconceptions about Latinx Students & Study Abroad Debunked

IES Abroad Latinx alums share their thoughts on some common misconceptions about Latinx students and study abroad. 

 

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Global Citizen of the Year - Yesenia Ayala

In 2017, we celebrated Yesenia Ayala for becoming the IES Abroad Global Citizen of the Year.  Hear from her as she discusses how her study abroad experience in Santiago has helped her on her journey of becoming a global citizen. 

Omar in front of lake in Japan

World of Difference Alumni Profile - Omar Nedzelsky Jr. 

In celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the Initiative to Diversify Education Abroad (IDEA), IES Abroad alum Omar Nedzelsky Jr. discusses his experience in Tokyo as a Latinx student. 

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World of Difference Alumni Profile - Gabriela Vazquez

In celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the Initiative to Diversify Education Abroad (IDEA), IES Abroad alum, and current IES Abroad Diversity Relations Coordinator, Gabriela Vazquez discusses her experience while studying abroad in Granada as a Mexican-American and first-generation student.  

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5 Incredible Student Videos about Diversity Abroad [VIDEO]

IES Abroad compiled five student study abroad films that explore identity while abroad, as well as the challenges facing many of these students' host nations today. 

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IES Abroad Blogs - Race & Ethnicity

Hear from IES Abroad Correspondents how their racial and ethnic identities intersect with their study abroad and internship experiences. 

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Race and Ethnicity Resources

  • Country-Specific Resources
    IES Abroad
  • An (Asian) American Abroad
    Brown Daily Herald
  • As An Asian-American Abroad
    Deborah Kristina, Medium
  • Asian American Experience Abroad [VIDEO]
    Learning Abroad Center, University of Minnesota
  • American Indian Experience Abroad [VIDEO]
    Learning Abroad Center, University of Minnesota
  • Traveling with Natural Hair
    Kandice Rose, IES Abroad
  • Leave Them Woke in Your Wake: 9 Truths for Black Students Traveling Abroad
    GoAbroad.com
  • TravelNoire
    A digital media company serving travelers of the African Diaspora
  • Black and Abroad
    A network and movement for the Black travel industry
  • Natural Hair Care for Travel [VIDEO]
    Natural Hair Nomad, YouTube
  • Las Mexicanas Preguntan Colaboración [VIDEO]
    Mexicana en Londres, YouTube
  • A Latina's Study Abroad Journey
    NASPA
  • Latina Abroad
    Sprinkling Latin spice around the world
  • Latinas Who Travel
    Travel community and movement for the Latinx diaspora
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International Student Resources

  • Country-Specific Resources
    IES Abroad
     
  • Can I Study Abroad While Abroad? 
    StudyUsa.com
     
  • 5 Steps for International Students to Take Before Studying Abroad
    U.S. News
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Anti-Racism & Allyship Resources

  • 20+ Allyship Actions for Asians to Show Up for the Black Community Right Now
    Michelle Kim, Awaken
     
  • 35 Dumb Things Well-Intentioned People Say
    Maura Cullen, September 2008
     
  • Activism & Allyship Guide
    Airbnb
     
  • Blind Spot: Hidden Biases of Good People
    Mahzarin R. Banaji and Anthony G. Greenwald, February 2013
     
  • Courageous Conversations About Race
    Glenn E. Singleton and Curtis W. Linton, October 2014
     
  • How to be an Antiracist
    Ibram X. Kendi, August 2019
     
  • This Book is Antiracist: 20 Lessons on How to Wake Up, Take Action and Do the Work
    Tiffany Jewel, January 2020
     
  • Organizations Promoting Anti-Racism & Allyship
    • ACLU
    • Black Lives Matter
    • Campaign Zero
    • Colin Kaepernick’s Know Your Rights Camp
    • Equal Justice Initiative
    • NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund

But, perhaps, the greatest lesson is learning that my culture is more than skin deep. 

Emily O. (IES Abroad Tokyo | Franklin & Marshall College)

At IES Abroad, we're here to help. If you have any questions about your identity abroad, please contact our Diversity  Relations Department by emailing [email protected] or by calling 800.995.2300. Know of another resource we should add? Let us know!

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