International Association of Universities facts for kids
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| Formation | 1950 |
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| Type | NGO |
| Headquarters | Paris, France |
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Region served
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Worldwide |
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Membership
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More than 600 members- Universities, higher education institutions & associations |
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Official language
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French, English |
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President
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Andrew J Deeks |
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Executive General Secretary
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Hilligje van't Land |
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Main organ
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IAU General Assembly |
| Affiliations | UNESCO |
The International Association of Universities (IAU) is a special group for universities and colleges around the world. It's like a big club for higher education. More than 600 universities and organizations from over 130 countries are members. The IAU works closely with UNESCO, which is the United Nations' organization for education, science, and culture. The main office of the IAU is in Paris, France, right inside the UNESCO headquarters.
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History of the IAU
The IAU was started by UNESCO on December 9, 1950. This happened during a big meeting of universities in Nice, France. The main goal of the IAU was, and still is, to help universities all over the world work together. They want to share ideas and improve higher education everywhere.
How the IAU is Run
The IAU has two main groups that make decisions. These are the General Assembly and the Administrative Board.
The General Assembly
The General Assembly is a large meeting that happens every five years. During this meeting, members vote for a new Administrative Board.
The Administrative Board
The Administrative Board includes the President and 14 other members. This board helps guide the IAU's work.
The Secretariat's Role
The Secretariat is like the main office staff. They put the plans and ideas from the General Assembly and Administrative Board into action.
Who Can Join the IAU?
As of January 1, 2022, the International Association of Universities has over 600 members. These members include universities, other higher education groups, and related organizations. They come from more than 130 countries around the globe.
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