Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility Abroad

This resource provides an overview of common American Cultural understandings, cross-cultural communication, and tips for Americans who may be interested in traveling abroad.

These are financial resources for Under-Represented Students in US Study Abroad and the available funds change every year.

These are the gold standard for international inclusion guidelines and are supplemented by a range of member only options for Diversity Abroad.

A variety of travel guides for specific countries. The Diversity & Inclusion Climate section provides information on how certain identities might be seen or treated in that country.

A podcast episode recorded by ISEP staff members with information about how to overcome the barriers that marginalized bodies may face abroad.

This is a resource that outlines tips and tricks that commuter students should keep in mind when deciding to study abroad and when choosing the right program for them.

This article outlines the many ways for students to make study abroad affordable, including scholarships, grants, and using existing financial aid.

A list of ISEP’s recommended programs for students who identify as native or indigenous.

American Indian education fund, information for Native Americans.

Center for Native American Youth, programs focused on education, social engagement, and support for students.

The indigenous students’ education conference is held every year and gathers indigenous students from all over the world.

A list of ISEP’s recommended programs for students who identify as LGBTQ+.

An interactive map of the world that uses crowd-sourced survey data to report on the level of safety and progressive legislation regarding LGBTQ+ identities.

A listing of 13 ISEP members who ranked on the American Ranking System, Campus Pride, as the best places for LGBTQ+ students to study, based on level of comfort, amount of resources, and advocacy networks.

This is a glossary of terms to aid with the understanding of transgender and nonbinary identities.

GlobalGayz is a travel and culture website focused on LGBT-Gay life worldwide.

This is an explanation of the term “genderqueer” and how that may apply to non-binary gender identities.

The Transgender equality center focuses on compiling resources for transgender individuals who are interested in being abroad.

The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) has put together specific considerations for Transgender individuals to lay out what to expect during travel.

The US Department of State has put together a checklist of resources as well as links to specific country pages to understand more about how being an LGBTQ+ traveler may affect your experience abroad.

A report from the Pew Research Center, highlights 39 countries’ cultural attitudes toward homosexuality.

A full comprehensive guide on considerations that LGBTQ+ individuals should take while traveling, including strategies to come out while abroad.

The website has resources for professionals in the field and for students. The group has a newsletter, organizes events and shares articles. They offer scholarships and information about other scholarships for LGBTQ+ students.

This organization works on LGBTIQ advocacy and research in 6 regions of the world. They organize webinars and have the previous webinars registered and accessible on the website.

Municipal and public facility that provides information, advice and direct assistance services on sexual and gender diversity for the LGBTQ+ community in Barcelona.

Municipal and public facility that provides information, advice and direct assistance services on sexual and gender diversity for the LGBTQ+ community in Barcelona.

Another map with sexual orientation laws in the world. Its published every year with data collected from the State Sponsor Homophobia report.

This organization works to empower people with disabilities to have international exchange and international development experiences. There a many resources on the website to support professionals and also US American students going abroad or international students going to the US.

Information from the US State Department for students traveling with disabilities

Organization created by a US American with a disability who studied abroad. Provides practical resources for professionals and travelers with disabilities to handle disability-related issues while abroad.

Guides and advice for accessible wheelchair traveling.

Diversity Abroad’s guide for supporting students with disabilities.

A list of ISEP’s recommended programs for students who identify as a minority or a student of color.

A list of ISEP’s recommended programs for Black and African-heritage seeking students.

A list of ISEP’s recommended programs for Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage seeking students.

A list of ISEP’s recommended programs for Hispanic Heritage seeking students.

A list of recommended ISEP programs for students studying at a Historically Black College or University

A short guide on how to take care of Black hair while abroad.

An overview of what to expect and consider as a Black traveler and student abroad.

Things to consider for minority group members who study outside of the U.S.

A variety of travel guides for specific countries. The Diversity & Inclusion Climate section provides information on how certain identities might be seen or treated in that country.

Recently recorded conversations about preparing for and undertaking study/travel abroad, and navigating Black identity outside the U.S.

Stories of study abroad & transformational travel from people of color

A platform for black travelers to share or learn about travel experiences

This article explores some of the scholarly and professional research on international student experiences navigating race (and ethnicity, to an extent) in the U.S. For students studying in the U.S., the section entitled “Coping and Thriving in American Higher Education and Society” may be particularly helpful.

A Nigerian students speaks about her experience as an international student studying in the U.S.

Letters for Black Lives is a set of crowdsourced, multilingual, and culturally-aware resources aimed at creating a space for open and honest conversations about racial justice, police violence, and anti-Blackness in our families and communities.

Tips for how to study abroad on a budget plus recommendations for budget-friendly programs.

This article outlines the many ways for students to make study abroad affordable - including scholarships, grants, and using existing financial aid.

Determine the cost of living of your study abroad destination by visiting the country handbook.

Learn more about the scholarships that ISEP offers for students on a budget.

This page offers more information about popular ways that ISEP students have funded their study abroad experiences.

Use ISEP’s budgeting resources to determine the total cost of your study abroad experience.

If you plan to travel to other countries during breaks or on weekends, use this budgeting tool to determine the average costs for travelers to a specific destinations.

This tool will allow you to determine exchange rates for the location you will be studying abroad.

While abroad, we recommend using money manager platforms like Mint to help manage expenses and plan savings for trips.

This ISEP blog post outlines tips and tricks for saving money while studying abroad.

This handout outlines some of the tips, tricks, and cost considerations to help guide First-Generation students through the study abroad process.

This resource is from ISEP’s website and gives more information for parents about the study abroad process.

Interesting in helping your parents understand the importance of studying abroad? Then check out this ISEP blog post for more information.

A comprehensive guide for budgeting for your study abroad experience.

Determine the cost of living of your study abroad destination by visiting the country handbook.

Information from Diversity Abroad for First-Generation students.

A guide from Go Abroad for First-Generation students.

This handout outlines some of the tips, tricks, and cost considerations to help guide first-time travelers through the study abroad process.

An ISEP blog post with tips for first-time travelers.

An ISEP blog post with insight on leaving your home country for the first time.

This article from Go Abroad outlines tips for traveling abroad for the first time.

Tips for adjusting to a new and different culture.

This resource includes questions to ask yourself about religion before going abroad.

This report by the U.S. Department of State describes the status of religious freedom, government policies violating religious belief and practices of groups, religious denominations and individuals, and U.S. policies promoting religious freedom in nearly every country and territory throughout the world.

A resource for finding Roman Catholic masses in English while abroad.

Muslims Abroad is an initiative to provide resources for Muslim students interested in going abroad.

A student reflects on their experience studying abroad in Seoul, South Korea as a Muslim woman.

Tips for eating Halal foods while traveling.

YouTube video: Provides Halal travel places/ideas, Halal food/restaurants or travel Dua(s) such as Isthikhara dua.

KAHAL empowers young Jewish travelers from around the world to explore Jewish identity through meaningful connection and exchange of experiences, values, and cultures.

Advice from a Jewish student about things to know before studying abroad.

Things to keep in mind as a Jewish student before departing on your study abroad experience.

Eight tips for keeping kosher while traveling.

A YouTube channel that focuses on finding kosher options at home and abroad.