2025 Global Respectful Disruption Summit

2025 Global Respectful Disruption Summit

Join us for the 4th Annual Global Respectful Disruption Summit focused on global learning, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

By COMPEAR and GoAbroad.com

Date and time

April 23 · 6am - April 25 · 4:30pm PDT

Location

Online

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 10 days before event

Agenda

Day 1: Pre-Summit
Day 2: Main Summit

9:00 AM - 10:45 AM

April 23, 2025 | JEDI Lab (Pre-Summit)

Lore Espinoza, IDEAS Generation

Desi Carson, IDEAS Generation

A brief welcome from the co-chairs from 9-9:15AM ET. Followed by the JEDI Lab: Decolonizing the Curriculum and Disrupting Knowledge Production starting at 9:15AM ET.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

April 23, 2025 | JEDI Lab (Pre-Summit)

Katherine Yngve , Yngve Associates

Co-Creating Systemic Kindness in Global Education: Inclusive Disruption 4 the Future

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

April 23, 2025 | JEDI Lab (Pre-Summit)

Nick Oo, University of Massachusetts Amherst

Dr. David Wick, Middlebury Institute of Int. Studies

Hannah Sorila, Community Organizer/writer, advocate

Angela Luedke, University of North Carolina Wilmington

Our Liberation is Interconnected: Leveraging Whiteness as an Invitation for Reflection and Disruption

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

April 23, 2025 | The Disruptive Global Lab | Study Abroad in Conflict Zones

Elisabet Raquel García, Access Equitable Education

Allegra ODonoghue, CET Academic Programs

Ximena Ospina

AJ Leeds, University of California Davis

Study Abroad in Conflict Zones: Assessing Risk, Policy, Equity, and Impact This session explores the role of study abroad in conflict zones, focusing on the complexities of safety, equity, and ethic...

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

April 23, 2025 | Reflection (Pre-Summit Optional)

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 days 10 hours

About the Event


Event Duration: 2 Days, 10 Hours

View the Detailed Schedule Here

COMPEAR.org and GoAbroad.com have joined forces to illuminate the experiences of underrepresented groups worldwide. Together, we aim to foster understanding and tackle critical issues in international education and beyond, addressing systemic practices and policies that perpetuate inequality and discrimination.

Introducing the Global Respectful Disruption Summit. This groundbreaking event brings together changemakers committed to driving meaningful, positive change through shared knowledge, dialogue, and action.


New for This Year: Public Viewing Hubs

We’re excited to announce two curated, immersive public viewing hubs for the 2025 summit, offering in-person engagement with live summit content and fostering community connections:

  • GRDS Mediterranean Hub: Hosted by Celei, Regenerative Education School, in Granada, Spain.
  • Valley Viewing Hub: Hosted by Smith College in the Pioneer Valley, Massachusetts.

Sponsored by our incredible partners, these hubs are designed to create vibrant spaces where global conversations can flourish, bringing summit content to life through local connections and engagement.


What You Need to Know

  • All sessions are hosted on Zoom. For guidance on enabling captions, click here.
  • Session Recordings: All sessions will be recorded and shared with registered attendees.

Have questions about the summit? Email us at globalrdsummit[at]compear.org.

Get the Respectful Disruption Learning Guide

One of the summit’s goals is to inspire deep reflection on what it means to respectfully disrupt the systems shaping your professional, personal, and community spaces.

📥 Download Your Guide Here

Registration Promotions

Be sure to register early to take advantage of special promotions and secure your spot at this transformative event!

Let’s work together to build a more equitable and inclusive world.

Frequently asked questions

When does registration open?

Registration opens are 12:00 midnight on Monday, February 3rd, 2025

What is the Global Respectful Disruption Summit (GRDS)?

The GRDS is a collaborative event created to amplify underrepresented voices in global and multicultural education. Hosted by COMPEAR.org and GoAbroad.com, this summit fosters understanding and dialogue to address inequalities in international education and beyond.

Who attends the summit?

International educators from various sectors, including: Education Abroad, International Student Scholar Services, English Language Learning, International Enrollment Management, International Education Leadership, DEI practitioners, and anyone passionate about amplifying underrepresented voices.

When does registration open and close?

Registration Opens: February 3, 2025, at midnight (12:00 AM) Early Bird Registration Closes: March 24, 2025 General Registration Closes: April 25, 2025, at noon (12:00 PM)

What ticket options are available?

All tickets provide virtual access to the summit, but sponsored in-person viewing hubs include additional programming a community atmosphere, and on-site support from hub hosts. If you want to engage in a shared experience with local participants, choose a sponsored hub ticket.

What are sponsored in-person viewing hubs?

These are curated, immersive, and locally hosted hubs offering in-person engagement with live summit content. Sponsored hubs are supported by our partners to enhance accessibility and community connections.

What is included in my registration?

Virtual Tickets: Access to live summit sessions, networking opportunities, and post-event session recordings. In-Person Hubs: Access to live-streamed sessions, local networking opportunities, and post-event session recordings.and light refreshments.

Are Refunds Available?

Refunds are available up to 10 days before the live event.

How can I apply for a registration grant?

We are committed to providing 50 grants for the 2025 GRDS to those with financial limitations. Grants cover the full cost of registration. Visit: https://globalrdsummit.com/sponsor-2025/ Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and grantees will be notified within two weeks of submission

Can I sponsor the summit?

Yes! Sponsors play a vital role in supporting the GRDS and enabling grant opportunities. To learn more about sponsorship options, visit https://globalrdsummit.com/sponsor-2025/

Are there volunteer opportunities?

Yes! Volunteers are essential to the success of the summit. Roles include moderating chats, assisting in virtual rooms, helping attendees via the virtual lobby help desk. Volunteers must attend training scheduled for April 11 or 14 & commit to at least 2 hours on April 23 or 25.

Why Volunteer?

Complimentary registration to the summit, networking opportunities, skill development in virtual event management! Apply by clicking this link: https://forms.gle/CHFn4bgEssxTgKf17

Is the event accessible?

Yes! Virtual sessions include live captioning, and in-person hubs aim to provide accessible facilities. Please contact the hub leader for specific accommodations or email us at globalrdsummit@compear.org for assistance.

How can I contact the organizers?

For any questions, email us at globalrdsummit@compear.org. We’re here to help!

What are the MSI Block Grants?

It's a special initiative by the Compear Global Education Network, supported by the Compear Personal Development Fund, to recognize and support Historically Black and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). It highlights the critical role MSIs play in creating lasting change in global education.

Who is eligible for MSI Block Grants?

Selected MSIs that have been nominated by members of the global education community for their outstanding contributions to global education. Each selected institution receives 5 full registration grants for students, faculty, or staff to attend both summit days (April 23 and 25, 2025) at no cost.

What does the grant include?

Full registration for the Global Respectful Disruption Summit (including April's Labs and December's programming). Access to keynotes, workshops, networking opportunities, and summit recordings. Special recognition during the summit’s opening ceremony.

Are group tickets available?

Yes! Group tickets are available at a discount of $10 off per ticket. Group discounts can be applied during Early Bird and General Registration. A group must consist of three or more participants. Students are not eligible for the group discount, as their tickets are already deeply discount

What if I can’t attend all the sessions?

All registered attendees (virtual and in-person) will have access to session recordings after the event.

Where can I learn more?

For additional details or to inquire about your institution’s nomination status, contact us at globalrdsummit@compear.org.

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COMPEAR and GoAbroad.com

COMPEAR and GoAbroad.com have formed a partnership to collaboratively highlight the experiences of the underrepresented around the globe, as well as how all of us can respectfully and actively disrupt practices and policies that make room for inequality and discrimination in international education.

Early bird discount
$49 – $149