USAID Higher Education Learning Network

The USAID Higher Education Learning Network (HELN) is a global network that brings together donors, practitioners, government officials, academics, researchers, students, NGOs, and other stakeholders to uncover and improve the ways higher education is uniquely positioned to support sustainable development across sectors. The HELN is part of the USAID Leading Through Learning Global Platform.
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HELN IS THE SPACE TO EXPLORE THE LATEST reading,

resources, learning, and events about Higher Education.

Featured Events
January 17 - 23
2024
Online

The Journey from Learner to Earner
October 17 - 24
2023
Online

Capturing Stories of Resilience When Higher Education Is at Risk

July 11
2023
Online

Higher Education in Crisis and Conflict Settings Networking Event

Popular Resources

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Higher Education

Primer on Expanding Women's Access to Higher Education

November 2022
Evidence Brief
Higher Education

Higher Education Global Evidence Summit: Research to Practice Sessions - Private Sector Engagement

July 2022
Evidence Brief
Higher Education

Higher Education Global Evidence Summit: Convergence of Evidence on Higher Education and Conflict, Crisis, and Democracy

May 2022
Evidence Brief

Recent Announcements

New USAID Higher Education Learning Network Steering Group Members

We are pleased to announce the selection of nine new members to the USAID Higher Education Learning Network (HELN) Steering Group for a two-year term (2023-2025).
April 20, 2023
General Announcement

USAID Higher Education #FailFest for Employability: Stories of Disconnect between Higher Education and the Modern Workforce

We are looking for individuals and organizations who would like to share their stories of employability programs and practices with the HELN during the #FailFest on April 25 at 10AM. The deadline to submit stories is March 4th.


February 15, 2023
Opportunity

HELN Access and Equity Web Series

Don't miss the Higher Education Learning Network (HELN) series dedicated to equitable access to higher education, happening in February and March!
February 7, 2023
Opportunity
Featured Blogs
A woman laughs among smiling peers sitting at computers in a classroom in El Salvador.
Higher Education

One Year in Higher Education, Five Activities to Keep Learning From

The Higher Education Learning Network (HELN) community reflects on the past year’s highlights and top activities in 2023.
January 16, 2024
University students sit listening at an event in Kenya.
Higher Education

Make the Most of Your USAID Learning Network Membership

A Higher Education Learning Network (HELN) member shares why he joined the HELN and how it has helped him pursue his passions and connect with other professionals who believe higher education is a tool to improve lives and create lasting change.
January 16, 2024

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Join the HELN LinkedIn Group

HELN members come from a variety of backgrounds including agriculture, science, health, teacher education, and workforce development, and from a variety of organizations such as universities, technical and vocational education and training (TVETs), national and international civil society organizations, and NGOs. HELN harnesses this vast network of experts to understand the scope of higher education and its impact.  

Join LinkedIn to connect with members and:

  • Learn about tools, resources, and approaches that can support your work
  • Lead or join working groups on important topics
  • Learn about opportunities for co-creation
  • Get updates on the HELN Steering Group