Policy
Dialogue

We contribute to the development of the region by providing platforms for multilateral and inter-governmental dialogue to align higher education sectors and enhance resiliency and sustainability.

Leadership

We empower countries and academic institutions to help bridge and narrow existing gaps in the region and promote robust and sustainable development of higher education.

Mobility and Linkages

We promote inclusive education and enhance mobility and linkages through engagement with regional and international partners to develop global citizens and lifelong learners.

Knowledge
Maximisation

We pursue policy research and knowledge projects at regional and international levels to provide policy options and directions to help decision makers make informed decisions.

ABOUT US

Your Partner
in Higher Education

SEAMEO RIHED is the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization  (SEAMEO) Regional Centre specialising in higher education and development. We work to foster collaboration for policy options among governments and universities and enhance higher education for the sustainable future of the Southeast Asian region.

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Our
Strategy

SEAMEO RIHED is embarking on a new strategy for the region through our 6th Five-Year Development Plan. Learn more about our direction and what we are working towards.

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PROMOTING

Sustainability

Our strategy is also closely aligned with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, particularly Sustainable Development Goals 4, 5 and 17.

Latest News

Read the latest news in higher education and development.

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Category DAAD, Research Ecosystems

3rd Regional Leadership Forum and Workshop in Research Governance on Supporting Sustainable Research Ecosystems in HEIs in the GMS and Timor-Leste Horizon Southeast Asia: Pushing the Frontiers of Research and Sustainability

From 9-11 September 2024, 24 university leaders from 6 Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) countries and Timor-Leste came together for the 3rd Regional Leadership Forum and Workshop on Research Governance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
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Category GEDI

Open Call for Travel Grant Applications – Strengthening Leadership with Gender Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity (GEDI) in Higher Education Institutions in Southeast Asia

We are pleased to announce that the call for applications for the Travel Grant as part of the "Strengthening Leadership with Gender Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity (GEDI) in Higher Education Institutions in Southeast Asia" project is now open.
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Category GEDI

Launching of the Strengthening Leadership with Gender Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity (GEDI) Project for Southeast Asian Higher Education Phase II

SEAMEO RIHED and the British Council are thrilled to announce the launch the Phase II of the transformative Gender Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity (GEDI) Project, a landmark initiative aimed at fostering more inclusive and equitable higher education institutions across Southeast Asia.
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