# International Association of Universities

- **Website:** <https://iau.global>
- **Primary alias:** `iau.global`

## Description

The International Association of Universities (IAU), founded in 1950 under UNESCO's auspices, is a leading global association dedicated to advocating for higher education institutions and organizations worldwide. This independent, non-governmental membership organization welcomes higher education institutions and groups, uniting nearly 600 members from over 120 countries. The IAU serves as a dynamic forum for leaders in the field, addressing critical themes such as internationalization, sustainable development, and digital transformation.

By acting as the global voice of higher education, IAU engages with international bodies, including being an official partner of UNESCO, and holds consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council. The association promotes core values such as academic freedom, institutional autonomy, and social responsibility. It strives to enhance higher education's capacity to address local and global challenges, advocating for policies that foster equity and learning. Through collaboration, innovation, and mutual learning, the IAU aims to transform lives and contribute to a sustainable future, positioning higher education as a pillar for peace and development in society.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Education _(under Science and Education)_
- 📊 Business and Consumer Services
- 🧪 Universities and Colleges _(under Science and Education)_
- ⚖️ Law and Government

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/channel/UCT5nt5FGVklxrtUHinF_LFA)
- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/international-association-of-universities-iau-aiu-)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/people)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idhzBzSSBZ/w/1500/h/644/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1778618825984)
- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idhzBzSSBZ/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1778618826119)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cerulean | #00a3cd | accent |
| Prussian Blue | #00375b | dark |
| White | #ffffff | light |

## Fonts

- Poppins — asset _(google)_
- Poppins — asset _(google)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idhzBzSSBZ/w/4950/h/1238/idEkBFqFlO.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1778618827177)

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