2023 SafeAbroad Awards Celebrate Outstanding Contributions to Student Welfare Abroad

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NEW HAVEN, CT—We are thrilled to announce the recipients of this year’s SafeAbroad Awards, which recognize individuals and organizations for their unwavering dedication and commitment to enhancing student safety during international educational experiences. Amidst a pool of exceptional nominations, these exceptional individuals and programs have stood out for their exemplary efforts and remarkable impact on global education safety.

The SafeAbroad Awards 2023 winners are as follows:


These exceptional individuals and organizations have demonstrated the highest standards of excellence in the field of international education safety. Their dedication and innovation have contributed to creating safer and more inclusive global learning environments for students everywhere.

SafeAbroad extends its congratulations to all the winners of the 2023 SafeAbroad Awards and expresses its appreciation to everyone working tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of students exploring the world. As we celebrate this year’s achievements, we enthusiastically invite all members of the international education community to submit their nominations for next year’s awards throughout the coming year. Your nominations will help us continue to recognize and honor those who make outstanding contributions to student safety and global education. To submit your nominations for next year or review the award categories, please visit SafeAbroad.com/Summit/. 

About SafeAbroad
SafeAbroad is a global safety and risk management firm that provides real-time intelligence and safety solutions to international education professionals, university risk managers, and study abroad leaders. Staffed by a global team of analysts, SafeAbroad specializes in providing actionable and timely intelligence by actively monitoring real-time sources for worldwide risks that could impact the safety of travelers. SafeAbroad delivers location-specific and highly curated safety and security reports, crisis simulation training, and workshops for international education program managers and their travelers. With a team of experienced professionals and a network of global partners, SafeAbroad is committed to ensuring that travelers have the information and support they need to travel confidently abroad. Learn more at SafeAbroad.com.

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Allison Mahr
Intelligence Analyst & Operations Manager
(929) 515-7233
SafeAbroad@SafeAbroad.org

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