Identities Abroad

Please see below for helpful resources in planning for your time abroad and your identities. If you have further questions or suggestions, please contact a member of the Center staff.

General Identity Resources:

Travel Resources

  •  – Video produced by IES Abroad with recommendations, ideas, and tips for traveling with natural hair.

Students of color:

  •  – has a broad range of resources and information.
  •  – general resources for black students traveling abroad.

LGBTQ+ students:

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  • Brandeis University has a strong collection of  for transgender and non-binary students.
  •  – has a broad range of resources and information.
  •  – a collection of resources for students.
  • Review around the world.
  • UMASS Amhert’se is very helpful.

Religious Identity Resources

  • – Resources, connections, and opportunities for Jewish students studying abroad.
  •  – resources for Muslim students interested in studying abroad

First-Generation Students:

  •  – Blog style post on topics related to preparing for study abroad as a first-generation student.
  • – Helpful tips to help you navigate the off-campus study process.
  •  – various resources specific to the first-generation experience

Students with Disabilities:

  •  provides information and resources for people with disabilities who are considering study abroad.
  • Stanford University’s Office of Accessible Education highlights  of three students with disabilities.
  • °Õ³ó±ðÌýÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Office of Accessible Education and Student Support is a valuable resource while you are planning for off-campus study.

Body Size

  • Universty of Michigan’s 
  • documentary animation by Stacy Bias Animation and Illustration.
  • blog post
  • The blog  highlights a variety of helpful travel tips
  • Online community for plus size travelers 
  •  blog post
  • YouTube video

Not finding the information you’re looking for? Talk to a member of the  or one of the Global Ambassadors. You can also contact your program directly as they will be helpful resources throughout your experience.