We didn't know whether the sector would continue to want to come to these types of events. It was a real question mark

EAIE has set up an LGBTQ+ taskforce to advise the organisation on how best to include students, academics and professionals, increase equity and access to education.

Rather than being battered around in broader politics, HE needs to engage, and ensure it's inclusive in order to sustain an international outlook.

Educators have been reminded of their role in combatting protectionist ideologies and ensuring everyone benefits from increasing globalisation at the 2017 EAIE Conference in Seville.