Global 15by30 Refugee Higher Education Conference
Global 15by30 Refugee Higher Education Conference
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Join us for the Global 15by30 Refugee Higher Education Conference to spotlight the role of higher education in sustainable humanitarian response, strengthen refugee youth leadership, and drive towards the 15by30 Roadmap.
Co-convened by the Tertiary Refugee Student Network (TRSN) and UNHCR, and supported by Times Higher Education, this high-level gathering will spotlight the role of higher education in crisis contexts and highlight how institutions, governments, private sectors, donors, youth, and other stakeholders can come together to accelerate progress on the 15by30 target, reaching 15% refugee enrolment in higher education by 2030. The 15by30 Conference is in conjunction with Global Sustainable Development Congress 2025 (GSDC 2025).
The GSDC 2025, co-hosted with Türkiye's Council of Higher Education and convened by Times Higher Education, brings together the world's leading thinkers, policymakers and actors from different sectors to drive new alliances and create positive action for a more sustainable future.
The 15by30 Conference will take place on Day 1 of GSDC2025, followed by 3 days of additional content and sessions, including many that are relevant to inclusive higher education, impact rankings, opportunities mapping and more.
The 3 days following the 15by30 Conference will also be an important time for our community to network and keep the momentum going by:
- Engaging new partners
- Participating in sessions
- Having bilateral and follow-up planning meetings.
How to register
There are two ways to participate:
- If you’ve already registered for the Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC2025), you automatically have access to the 15by30 Conference on Day 1.
- If you have not yet registered, you can apply for a free voucher via the form below. Once you have received it, you can use this voucher to complete your SDGC registration.
Voucher application form
15by30 Conference registration form
Need an official invitation letter?
If you are not eligible for visa-free entry, an e-visa, or a conditional e-visa to Türkiye, Times Higher Education can provide visa invitation letters when requested.
Please email a photo/scan of your passport to [email protected] once you have booked your ticket. Learn more about visas, travel and accommodation.