ISANA NZ

01/06/2026

You care deeply about your students. But complex intercultural dynamics, stretched workplaces, and high-stakes boundary situations can leave even the most experienced practitioners feeling underprepared.

ISANA NZ's Professional Boundaries training was built with this in mind.

In partnership with Umbrella Wellbeing, we've brought together the three focus points:

🔹 Clarity on professional boundaries and psychosocial safety
🔹 Real de-escalation skills for real workplace moments
🔹 Intercultural competencies grounded in the IDIR framework

Grounded in the realities of working with international learners in Aotearoa, and aligned with the Education (Pastoral Care) Code of Practice 2021.

Half-day or full-day. In-person or online. Customisable for your team.

Learn more here:https://www.isana.nz/professional-boundaries

26/05/2026

Xin Ren PhD - International Student Wellbeing - Cross Border Kōrero Episode 5.

It’s a privilege to introduce the speakers and panellists joining ISANA NZ’s forthcoming International Education Sustainable Growth Symposium, hosted by the University of Canterbury.

ISANA CEO Chris Beard recently sat down with Xin Ren, who will be joining a panel discussion exploring international student wellbeing and mental health.

In this Cross-border Kōrero, Xin shares insights into her role, key findings from her PhD research, and predictors of international student wellbeing.

Join the conversation on 29th June as we explore one of the most important and emerging challenges facing international education.

🎟️ - Tickets in the comments.

Cross Border Kōrero - Hosted by Chris Beard, CEO ISANA NZGuest: Xin Ren, Senior International Support Advisor Equity and Student Wellbeing, University of Can...

18/05/2026

Regan O'Malley - Supporting Cross Border Learners - Cross Border Kōrero Episode 2

"This is perhaps the greatest adventure they're going to embark on."

That's how Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa greets international students on day one, and it sets the tone for everything that follows.

Chris Beard sits down with Regan O'Malley, Associate Director for Learning and Teaching at Massey University College, to talk about what it takes to truly support students crossing borders to study in New Zealand.

He'll be joining us on the panel at our Transition Symposium on April 17th. Come be part of the conversation.

Cross Border Kōrero - Hosted by Chris Beard, CEO ISANA NZGuest: R...

18/05/2026

Dr Sherrie Lee - Employability, Cultural Transition, and Building Community in Aotearoa - Cross Border Kōrero Episode 1

Join us for an insightful Kōrero with Dr Sherrie Lee from Victoria University of Wellington as she shares her journey from international student to careers consultant, and the lessons she’s learned about employability, cultural transition, and building community in Aotearoa.

In this short video, Sherrie reflects on:

🔵 The challenges international students face when their skills and credentials aren’t immediately recognized.

🔵 How local relationships, volunteering, and community connections can open doors in the NZ job market.

🔵 Why understanding New Zealand’s workplace culture is key for students and education providers alike.

Sherrie will be sharing even more practical strategies at our Transitions for International Students Symposium on 17 April. Get your tickets: https://lnkd.in/eF-tvi3b

🎥 Watch now to get a preview of the conversation and discover how we can better support international students thriving down under

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXLJxdaG0D4&t=1s

Cross Border Kōrero - Hosted by Chris Beard, CEO ISANA NZGuest: Dr Sherrie Lee, Career Consultant at Victoria University of Wellington. Upcoming Sustainable ...

18/05/2026

Dominique Trueman - How Partner Institutions Can Support International Student Experience - Cross-Border Kōrero Episode 4

In our latest Cross-Border Kōrero, we sat down with Dominique Trueman from Student Safe to explore how they partner with host institutions to support the international student experience in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Dom shares some really thoughtful insights, including how Student Safe has responded to the growing focus on mental health and wellbeing and removing exclusions for pre-existing conditions to ensure no student faces barriers to getting the support they need.

💬 "We don't want to sit in the background as an insurer. We want to be at the forefront."

A reminder of what makes the international education sector in New Zealand so special — small enough to muck in together, collaborate, and genuinely make a difference for students.

Thank you Dom and the team at Student Safe for being a valued gold partner of ISANA NZ.

Cross Border Kōrero - Hosted by Chris Beard, CEO ISANA NZGuest: D...

18/05/2026

Chris Beard & Pii-Tuulia Nikula - Interdisciplinary Framework for Intercultural Relations (IDRF) - Cross Border Kōrero Episode 3

How do we better support international students and cross-border learners?

Chris Beard, CEO of ISANA New Zealand, has developed the Interdisciplinary Framework for Intercultural Relations (IDRF) — a practical tool for practitioners built on over 30 years of experience, insights and collaboration in the sector.

Watch the interview with Pii-Tuulia Nikula for a preview, and catch the full first launch at the Sustainable Growth Series: Transitions Symposium on April 17 at Massey University College.

Cross Border Kōrero - Hosted by Chris Beard, CEO ISANA NZ.Guest: ...

26/05/2025

❓Are you an Indian student — currently studying in NZ or completed your studies here since 2020?

❓ Did agents or social media help you decide to study in New Zealand?

❓ Were you guided — or misled? Your voice matters!

🎁 Take this short survey and enter the draw to win a $100 voucher!

👉 To learn more and take part:

https://massey.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3xxjWdham8K3szQ

28/10/2024

🤔 The Art of Transition - how can we make it easier for international students?

The International Education Association (ISANA NZ) is delighted to be partnering with Massey University (Albany campus) to deliver The Transitions Forum on November 15th, 9am - 3pm.

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/the-transitions-forum

The workshops are designed to highlight best practice and strengthen inter-provider collaborations. A forum for practitioners working in the school, PTE, ITP and university sectors.

08/08/2024

☕ Come and join us as we discuss the NZIEC highlights with the Education New Zealand | Manapou ki te Ao Student Experience team. Bring your questions for the ENZ team and a cuppa! See you online next Wednesday 14th July at 11am.

To register for this FREE event, visit: https://www.isana.nz/events/enz-catch-up-cafe-3

07/08/2024

🗣 We're delighted to be delivering the Supporting cross-border students symposium hosted by the University of Canterbury. Exceptional presenters are preparing workshops that will offer a stack of practical takeaways for Code responsive practice in the tertiary and school sectors.

💪 We're confident each session will be highly relevant to managers, administrators, marketers practitioners, researchers and teachers. The objective is to facilitate focused conversations and capture best practice for the purpose of strengthening Code responsiveness and enriching the cross-border learner experience.

🕊 An early bird discount is available until 5pm August 12th. This discount will be automatically applied to all tickets at checkout. Ticket sales close at midday on Wednesday 28th August.