CSIET International Symposium Madrid

CSIET and IE University Host Inaugural CSIET International Symposium: Promoting Mental Wellness

In an effort to address the critical importance of mental wellness within the international student exchange community, the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET) and IE University hosted the inaugural CSIET International Symposium: Promoting Mental Wellness on May 21^st, 2024 at the IE Tower in Madrid, Spain.

The symposium served as a platform for U.S. and international student exchange programs and agents to come together alongside a distinguished panel of experienced psychologists. Attendees engaged in informative discussions and collaborative sessions focused on exploring and advancing the latest practices in mental wellness within the context of student exchange programs.

Key discussion topics at the symposium included:

Global Youth Resilience Index
Promoting Mental Wellness During the Screening & Orientation Process
U.S. Department of State & Mental Health Considerations
Mental Health on Program: Prevention, Recognition, and Intervention
Going Home: Repatriation and Mental Health

IE’s Madrid Tower

CSIET & IE Staff

CSIET is proud to have hosted the International Symposium during Mental Health Awareness Month, further demonstrating its commitment to raising awareness and promoting dialogue surrounding mental health issues within the exchange community.

The Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET) is a nonprofit organization committed to promoting the growth and development of the international educational exchange community. CSIET establishes standards for international educational travel and provides support and resources to exchange programs, schools, international agents, and students.

IE University is a prestigious institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and innovation in higher education. With a diverse and dynamic community of students and faculty from around the world, IE University offers a range of programs and initiatives aimed at fostering global citizenship and leadership.

“We were thrilled to host the inaugural CSIET International Symposium: Promoting Mental Wellness. At IE University, we lead with a proactive approach to holistic well-being and are committed to promoting and facilitating holistic learning within the IE community and beyond. We leverage science to foster awareness, knowledge, and skills to empower students (and all!) to study, live, and work at their very best, allowing them to thrive amidst the change and challenge faced during this transformative experience and throughout their careers and lives”, said Lisa Bevill, Academic Director of the Center for Health & Well-being at IE University.

The symposium also provided attendees with valuable networking opportunities and resources to support their efforts in promoting mental wellness within their respective programs.

“We were glad to have in attendance a variety of stakeholders within the international student exchange community,” added Christopher Page, Executive Director of CSIET. “Together, we are working towards enhancing the mental wellness of exchange students and ensuring their overall success and well-being. We look forward to continuing this important conversation with the international student exchange organizations, international partners, and US based organizations.”