The GRDI Student Access Block Grant provides funded registration for students to participate in the 2026 GRDI Scholars Symposium, taking place virtually on November 13, 2026.
The Symposium is the closing virtual gathering of the 2026 Global Respectful Disruption Leadership (RDL) Speaker Series, bringing together students and emerging leaders to reflect on how global and intercultural experiences are shaping their perspectives, leadership, careers, communities, and next steps.
Inspired by the support of Global Nexus Collective, COMPEAR Global Education Network expanded this pilot to create additional opportunities for students to participate in the Symposium at no cost.
University & Nonprofit Organization Nomination
Universities and nonprofit organizations may nominate up to five students for funded participation in the Symposium.
Students: Apply Directly through MyGoAbroad
Through the support of GoAbroad.com, a partner and co-host of the 2026 RDL Speaker Series, five funded direct-application opportunities are available for students with an active MyGoAbroad account.
Apply Directly through MyGoAbroad
Students do not need to be experts in global education to participate.
This opportunity is for students who are considering an international experience, preparing to go abroad, currently abroad, recently returned, or participating in domestic intercultural learning programs and experiences.
We welcome students interested in global learning, intercultural learning, leadership, community engagement, international education, and exploring how these experiences can shape their perspectives, goals, and next steps.
The GRDI Scholars Symposium centers the voices and experiences of students and emerging leaders, creating space to connect, learn, share perspectives, and explore how global and intercultural experiences can inform leadership, career development, community engagement, and what comes next.
Application & Nomination Deadline: October 1, 2026
GRDI Scholars Symposium: November 13, 2026 | Virtual
Students — Apply Directly through MyGoAbroad
https://link.apisystem.tech/widget/form/aU4LqTUVJ0z4kqYzM7Ja
Universities & Nonprofits — Nominate Students
https://forms.gle/PH12DWAbNhaFa3B96
All applications and nominations will be reviewed using the same criteria and given equal consideration, regardless of which pathway is used.