Links to International Exchange, Travel and Disability Resources

Various international exchange resources that provide disability, accessibility or general exchange travel information.

Able Travel Resources

Provides travel stories and a list of international travel websites that share information on accessible tours and programs.

Access Abroad MultiMedia Resource

Hosted by the University of Minnesota, this online resource provides ample checklists, information, and other tools that university students with disabilities and study abroad professionals can use when thinking about disability access abroad.

Community College Sources

Website for international students to browse college profiles, get answers about two-year degree programs, locate a college by location or field of study, apply on-line or request information directly from the college

Disability Brochure: Making Study Abroad Happen for You

Written as part of the Council on International Educational Exchange "Knowledge Series", this brochure provides encouragement and resources to students with disabilities planning to study abroad and is available to read online or to order copies of for display in college-level study abroad and disability services offices.

Diversity Study Abroad Web Resource

Answers frequently asked questions on study abroad, such as financial aid and other questions diverse students may have.

Doors of International Exchange Open for People Living with HIV/AIDS

VolunteerPositive empowers people living with HIV to be engaged global citizens by creating service opportunities through partnerships abroad. Additionally, VolunteerPositive supports training and education for international volunteer organizations committed to proactive inclusion for people living with HIV.

Gap Year Programs - Go Abroad between High School and College

Transitions Abroad shares about international exchange "gap year" programs that young adults can participate in following high school graduation or while taking a break during college. In the website's related links section, learn more about the process and references for organizations that provide gap year adventures abroad.

Global Giving Volunteer Site

Search this online database of volunteer opportunities by using keywords, focus area, availability dates, or region of the world.

Global Information Access Net (GIANT)

This University of Pittsburgh online resource provides information on minority groups in international education and a database of international affairs organizations.

Health-Related Disabilities: Travel Tips from the CDC

This Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Yellow Book includes information on travel vaccines and medications and other advice for those with asthma, diabetes, heart, gastrointestinal and other medical conditions.

Higher Education Study Abroad Database

The Institute of International Education maintains this comprehensive database of university level study, language learning and internship opportunities overseas. Search by field of interest, country, or language requirement.

Intensive English Programs in the U.S. Database

An online searchable version of the Institute of International Education's Intensive English USA publication listing English language programs across the United States.

International Education and Alternative Travel Database (goabroad.com)

This comprehensive website allows one to search for all types of international exchange opportunities for high school students through senior citizens -- select from studying, volunteering, teaching, interning, language learning, eco-touring and working abroad opportunities.

International Education Site

This is a free online guide to study abroad information, advice and opportunities for students worldwide who are considering studying overseas in culinary arts, science, nursing and more. Including university advice, college search facilities, student profiles, and articles from the leading journals on international education.

International Exchange Database

The National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange database of international study, volunteer, professional and other exchange programs, including the organization's disability experience.

Multiple Chemical Sensitivies Safer Travel Directory

Safer Travel Directory: An International Guide for the Health Conscious Person features more than 300 green vacation or relocation spots where little or no chemical cleaners, air fresheners, or insecticides are used, and many have green-built buildings.

Multiple Sclerosis Travel Advice

ActiveMS website provides advice for people with multiple sclerosis on traveling, including preparations for air flights.

Rolling Rains Report

Scott Rains, a wheelchair user, keeps this blog on topics of tourism, travel, disability, universal design and other topics.

SAFETI (Safety Abroad First -Educational Travel Information) Clearinghouse Resources

This clearinghouse compiles information on safety in study abroad. Its newsletter has included articles for study abroad professionals on non-apparent disability issues.

Society for Accessible Travel and Hospitality

SATH provides information on accessible travel worldwide including a database and newsletter with travel contacts, stories and other disability resources.