CIES - Comparative & International Education Society

About

The Comparative and International Education Society (CIES) is a professional scholarly research organization founded in 1956 and based in Pittsburgh, PA. It serves as a key platform for education researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and students globally. CIES promotes cross-cultural understanding and scholarship in comparative and international education, facilitating research and collaboration across various educational contexts. CIES hosts an annual conference that gathers scholars and practitioners to share research and discuss current issues in the field. The society publishes several journals and books, including the *Comparative Education Review*, a significant publication since 1957. With over 4,000 individual members from more than 1,000 institutions worldwide, CIES reflects a commitment to international education and cooperation. It also features Special Interest Groups (SIGs) that allow members to engage in specific areas of interest, enhancing the society's mission of advancing knowledge in comparative and international education.