ISTE, which stands for the International Society for Technology in Education, is more than just an acronym. It represents a commitment to fostering international relationships and collaboration in education. ISTE works with individuals, organizations, and governments around the world to build global networks and establish affiliate organizations.

Their focus is on creating a passionate professional learning community, linking educators and collaborators, leveraging knowledge and expertise, advocating for strategic policies, and continually improving learning and teaching. ISTE's global collaborations program actively reaches out to engage with potential collaborators in multinational organizations, education-focused companies, ministries of education and technology, nonprofit organizations, school systems, individual schools, and international teachers and leaders. Together with their collaborators, ISTE develops programs and processes to deepen engagement and create a world where all learners thrive.

Currently, ISTE collaborates with various organizations worldwide, including the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States, Learning Links Foundation in India, Worlddidac, Virtual Education edVentures, and Global Business Acceleration Fellowship. Through these collaborations, ISTE aims to connect learners in our connected world and advance excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology