Across research, events, advocacy, and collaboration, we bring together educators, policymakers, and innovators to advance inclusive and equitable education worldwide.
About ICDE
ICDE is an international network of visionary leaders and innovators in accessible education, connecting global expertise to meet local challenges since 1938. Together, we work toward UN Sustainable Development Goal 4: equitable quality education for all. Our members support our role as Consultative Partner to UNESCO and shape the future of our organisation.
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Discover what drives ICDE, from our partnership with UNESCO to the governance and leadership that guide our work.
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UNESCO Partnership
ICDE is one of 200 members in this multi-sector UNESCO network working around three central flagships: Connectivity, Teachers and Gender Equality.
Read moreGovernance
ICDE is an independent, self-governing, non-profit and non-governmental organisation. It is governed by its members, who are represented or elected as representatives to three key decision-making bodies.
Read moreSecretariat
ICDE’s Permanent Secretariat is located in Oslo, Norway. It has been hosted by the country on a permanent basis since 1988.
Read moreOur work includes
Creating a worldwide network of educators, policymakers, and innovators.
Facilitating collaboration on projects and initiatives, sharing best practices and industry knowledge.
Publishing and contributing to reports, surveys and articles on emerging topics in the field.
Creating space for intercultural cooperation at our various conferences, summits, and events.
Campaigning and advocating for progress and recognition of inclusive and equitable education on a worldwide basis, through our members.
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Find out how to make the most of ICDE, from ways to engage your organisation to curated resources and member services tailored to your institution.
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Engage Your Organisation
Joining ICDE is a commitment to building an engaged, confident organisation—ready to learn, adapt, and lead in a changing world.
Read moreKnowledge Centre
Explore key resources specifically curated for those passionate about advancing inclusive, scalable, and sustainable education.
Read moreICDE Member Services
Check out our current member services offered by experts within the ICDE community. These services are offered to ICDE members exclusively, can be tailored to suit your institution’s needs.
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History
For more than 85 years, ICDE and its global network of members have worked towards the goal of making quality education accessible to all.
Through decades of societal and technological changes, our mission remains the same – and more important than ever.
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ICDE is developing new paid services for our community. Find out how you or your institution can help meet members' growing demand for training and skills development.