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About Us

We’re the international education safety experts

Our mission is to prepare travelers and study abroad managers to navigate and manage the risks of international education. We are proud to be leaders in security consulting and risk analysis for international education.

We’re the international education safety experts
Our mission is to prepare travelers and study abroad managers to navigate and manage the risks of international education. We are proud to be leaders in security consulting and risk analysis for international education

our team of experts

SafeAbroad began when five career intelligence analysts — from the private sector and government — came together and bonded over their college study abroad experiences. With years of experience developing global risk and international security programs for corporate and government clients, we are pleased to offer enterprise quality global safety programs at an affordable rate for academic institutions and study abroad providers.

SafeAbroad is staffed by a team of certified security analysts and study abroad alumni who possess a deep understanding of the global risk landscape. Our analysts specialize in providing actionable and timely intelligence by actively monitoring real-time sources for worldwide risks that could impact the safety of travelers.

Zac Einerson, Ph.D.

Client Engagement Lead

Robyn Mangrum

Client Engagement Lead

Nolan Perrin

Program Manager

Kirra Moore​

Project Manager

Idalis Vallejo

Marketing Coordinator

Nick Boudreau

Executive Assistant

Paige Leary

Institutional Relations Manager

Danielle Kanclerz

Institutional Relations Manager​

Kiera Andrews

Operations Manager

The Global Risk Landscape

The risk management and compliance landscape around international education is ever-evolving. Travelers are faced with persistent threats, health concerns, transportation disruptions, protests, and personal safety issues. International Education Managers are faced with an increasing responsibility to monitor global risks, evaluate destinations, predict geopolitical trends, and train travelers on safety practices. We can help.

The #1 personal concern about studying abroad is

Security & Safety
– AFS

Our analysts track over

1

incidents per year.

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Your Program, Our safety Solutions
At SafeAbroad, we understand how to keep international travelers safe. Our team has helped travelers respond to and recover from crisis in more than 60 countries and 120 cities around the globe. Our expertise covers a wide variety of disciplines, including geopolitical risk analysis, early warning forecasting, emergency management, regional safety expertise, and crisis communications. 

We create intuitive intelligence and risk management solutions to our clients.

We provide program managers access to safety experts in times of crisis and confusion.

We conduct travel and security risk assessments in all corners of the world.

We help program managers plan safer travel to heightened-risk destinations.

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"With the information I receive, I can send students timely updates not just about the country they are in but also surrounding countries that they could potentially travel to."
LaSharon McLean Perez
Assistant Director for Education Abroad — University of California, Riverside
"Before switching to SafeAbroad, we provided the same guidance to travelers whether they were studying in Barcelona or Bangkok. SafeAbroad allowed us to tailor our safety training to each country's unique risks."
Alexandra K.
Study Abroad Manager

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News & Updates

SafeAbroad Launches Free Certification Practice Exam for International Education Safety Professionals

Boston, MA — SafeAbroad has launched its free Certification Practice Exam, designed to help candidates preparing for the CIESE, CIESS, and CIESA certification exams. Featuring sample questions across key international education safety and risk management topics, the practice exam helps professionals assess their knowledge, identify areas for improvement, and build confidence before taking their certification exam.

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November 5, 2026

SafeAbroad Leads Discussion on Student Mental Health Abroad at NAFSA 2026 Biregional I & XII Conference

Seattle, WA — SafeAbroad recently presented “Less Crises & More Prevention: Rethinking Student Mental Health Abroad” at the NAFSA 2026 Biregional I & XII Conference, engaging international education professionals in a discussion on preventive approaches to student mental health. Through interactive polling, case studies, and practical frameworks, attendees explored strategies for recognizing concerns earlier, strengthening institutional preparedness, and integrating mental health into broader duty of care and risk management practices.

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October 25, 2026

SafeAbroad to Present on Student Mental Health Abroad at NAFSA 2026 Biregional I & XII Conference

Seattle, WA — SafeAbroad is heading to the NAFSA 2026 Biregional I & XII Conference in Seattle, where Client Engagement Lead Zac Einerson will present “Less Crises & More Prevention: Rethinking Student Mental Health Abroad.” Learn how preventive mental health strategies can strengthen student well-being, institutional duty of care, and education abroad risk management.

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October 9, 2026
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Ready to strengthen your international programs? Book a call with the SafeAbroad team to learn more about our services, discuss your organization’s needs, and explore how we can help you prepare for a safer, more confident global experience.

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Zac Einerson

Client Engagement Lead

Zac is a client engagement lead with SafeAbroad. Specializing in international education and study abroad risk management, he is dedicated to promoting safe and inclusive programming for students worldwide. He has held senior roles with several international education organizations.

With a solid academic foundation in Middle East and Central Asian Security Studies from the University of St. Andrew’s, and a Ph.D. in Iranian history, Zac combines his expertise in global security issues with over 20 years of leadership in student programming and client partnerships.

As a thought leader in international education, Zac has co-founded non-profit initiatives like Lessons From Abroad, Inc. His work with SafeAbroad has created impactful student experiences and fostered strategic partnerships that enhance educational opportunities abroad.

Robyn Mangrum

Client Engagement Lead

Robyn is a Client Engagement Lead at SafeAbroad. With over 25 years experience in sales, business ownership and relationship building, Robyn leads our efforts to grow our portfolio of study abroad programs across the country. Robyn has a B.A. in French from UNCW and has two sons who recently studied abroad while in college. She continues to explore the world and travels overseas frequently. She joined the SafeAbroad team in November 2023.

Nolan Perrin

Program Manager

Nolan is the program manager and senior intelligence analyst with SafeAbroad, leading the intelligence staff and overseeing client deliverables. He is dedicated to delivering accurate, actionable, and insightful security products that help keep international travelers safe.

Having earned a B.A. in International Politics from Ashland University, Nolan is currently pursuing a master’s degree at the Institute of World Politics. He is passionate about making international travel more accessible through increased safety awareness.

Kirra Moore

Project Manager

Kirra Moore is an Intelligence Analyst & Project Manager at SafeAbroad and a Master’s candidate in International Relations at Johns Hopkins SAIS, where she specializes in security studies and international security. She earned a B.A. in Political Science with an emphasis in International Relations from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

Her interests include intelligence analysis, geopolitical risk, and national security. She is dedicated to transforming complex political and security developments into practical insights that support informed decision-making and safer international engagement.

Idalis Vallejo

Marketing & Sales Coordinator 

As a Marketing & Sales Coordinator with SafeAbroad, Idalis supports lead generation, client outreach, and digital marketing efforts to expand partnerships within the international education sector.

She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing from California State University, Chico, and also serves as an English Language Assistant in Madrid, Spain. With a background in marketing and international education, Idalis is passionate about supporting safe and impactful global experiences.

Nick Boudreau

Executive Assistant

As an Executive Assistant with SafeAbroad, Nick supports the success of the organization through client engagement functions. Committed to advancing our organization as a trusted partner in promoting safety and preparedness worldwide, he joined our team as an intern in August 2025. Along with his role at SafeAbroad, Nick is studying intelligence analysis and economics at James Madison University.

With experience in strategic outreach, client support, and executive operations, Nick brings a strong ability to connect with partners while ensuring seamless organizational performance. His background includes research and analysis in areas such as international security, geospatial intelligence, and data science, giving him a versatile skill set that strengthens our mission.

Paige Leary

Institutional Relations Manager

Paige brings extensive experience in international education to her role as Institutional Relations Manager at SafeAbroad. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Duquesne University and an MBA from Gannon University, with firsthand professional experience living and working at international universities in Rome. 

At SafeAbroad, she drives sales and strategic partnerships for travel risk management services across the education sector. Her background in study abroad and higher education leadership gives her a deep understanding of global mobility and what institutions need to create safer, more impactful experiences for their students.

Danielle Kanclerz

Institutional Relations Manager

Danielle is an Institutional Relations Manager with Safe Abroad. She brings over a decade of international education experience to her role at Safe Abroad. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Ohio Wesleyan University and a master’s degree from Eastern Michigan University, and her own study abroad and grant-funded travel during her education took her to Italy, the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Czechia, Fiji, Australia, and Ecuador – experience she has since built on through professional work at institutions across the US, the Caribbean, and Europe.

At Safe Abroad, she drives sales and strategic partnerships for travel risk management services across the education sector. Her background spanning admissions and institutional leadership at universities including Linfield University, UC Berkeley, Stanford, and St. George’s University School of Medicine, paired with personal and professional travel to more than 50 countries and residency in three, gives her a deep understanding of global mobility and what institutions need to create safer, more impactful experiences for their students.

 

Kiera Andrews​

Operations Manager

Kiera Andrews is an Intelligence Analyst and Operations Manager with SafeAbroad, supporting the organization’s mission through risk monitoring, intelligence analysis, and the development of timely safety and security assessments for international education professionals and travelers.

Kiera recently completed a Bachelor of Science in Cybercrime, Security, and Intelligence from Edith Cowan University in Perth, Western Australia. She also completed a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Counter Terrorism, Intelligence and Cybercrime at the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom through a study abroad program. Drawing from both her academic background and international experience, Kiera is passionate about helping organizations make informed decisions that enhance the safety and security of global travelers.

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