Register Online

Attendees of the Global Convening can register online here.

Meeting Aims

At the Global Convening, we will focus on:

• Opportunities for Connection: We’re creating intentional spaces to foster lasting connections with peers, building a supportive network that sustains your work and amplifies your impact when you return home.
• Scaling Success through the Development of Industry Standards: Together, we’ll affirm the values that unite us and explore industry standards to expand fair and ethical ISAs, enabling us to serve even more students globally.
• Skill-Building in Key Areas: To enhance our collective impact, we’ll deepen our skills in high-impact areas such as fundraising and operational best practices.

Global Convening Agenda

You can view the draft agenda here.  We will share a final agenda with all registered attendees by the beginning of June.  Stay tuned for announcements of additional speakers and programming offerings!

Global Convening Location & Timing 

All Global Convening programming will take place on Esade University’s Barcelona Campus. Events will be hosted within Building 3, located at Av. Esplugues, 92-96 E-08034. Formal Global Convening programming will begin on Wednesday, June 18 at ~9:00 am and conclude on Thursday, June 19 at ~5:00 pm. 

Campus Location & Surrounding Area

Esade’s Barcelona campus is situated in the prestigious Pedralbes neighborhood, one of the city’s most sought-after residential areas. The campus spans three buildings and is conveniently located near several key landmarks:

• Avenida Diagonal (major thoroughfare)
• Pedralbes Monastery (historic site)
• Royal Palace (local attraction)
• Surrounded by parks and gardens, the campus offers a tranquil and well-equipped setting for academic and professional events.

How to Reach the Campus

The Esade Barcelona Campus is easily accessible from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, just a 15-minute drive away. The campus is also well-connected by car and public transport.

Public Transport Options

• Bus: Routes H4, 63, 68, 78, and 75 stop near the campus.
• Metro:
  • María Cristina Station (L3): 500 meters from campus.
  • Reina Elisenda Station (L6): 250 meters from campus.

Preparing to Travel to Spain

Travelers from visa-exempt countries, including the United States, will need to obtain authorization through the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) to enter Spain and other Schengen area countries. (Read more about the new requirements to travel to Europe and learn more about your country’s visa requirements to travel to Europe. Please be sure to check with your airline for additional requirements.)

ETIAS Authorization

ETIAS is a mandatory pre-travel authorization for short-term stays (up to 90 days within a 180-day period) in Schengen countries. It is electronically linked to your passport and remains valid for three years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. The application process involves providing personal information, travel details, and answering security-related questions; it is designed to be quick, with most approvals granted within minutes, and requires a €7 fee, though travelers under 18 or over 70 are exempt.

Entry/Exit System 

In addition to ETIAS, the Entry/Exit System (EES) will be introduced. This system requires the collection of biometric data (such as fingerprints) upon entry and exit to enhance security and monitor traveler movements.

Additional Requirements

• Passport Validity: Ensure your passport is valid for at least three months beyond your planned departure date from the Schengen area.
• Accommodation Data Collection: Starting December 2024, Spain will require accommodations to collect and share additional personal information with the government, including: full address, email, and payment details.

Hotel Recommendations

Barcelona offers a range of excellent hotels to suit all budgets, allowing attendees to choose according to their preferences. Esade University recommends the AC Hotel Victoria Suites by Marriott, located just minutes from campus. This hotel features modern amenities and a convenient location, approximately a 17-minute walk (1.1 km) from Esade University. Other well-regarded hotels near our meeting venue include Hotel Upper Diagnol and Grand Hyatt Barcelona. We encourage you to secure your lodging as soon as possible given that it is high-season for traveling to Barcelona.

Attire

The Global Convening is never an overly formal affair, and the norm is business casual attire. In mid-June, the average temperature in Barcelona is around 77°F (25°C). In the mornings and at night temperatures may be cooler usually between 60°F – 65°F (16°C – 19°C). Temperatures in meeting rooms often fluctuate, so consider dressing in layers.

Map of Esade University 

Note: All Global Convening programming will take place in Building 3, which is located at Av. Esplugues, 92-96 E-08034.