CHED International Affairs Service

06/08/2026

06/08/2026

06/08/2026

Kaisa ang buong Komisyon sa Lalong Mataas na Edukasyon sa pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa ngayong Agosto. Sa taong ito, itinatampok ang temang: "Wikang Filipino at AI: Kasangkapan sa Pananaliksik at Tulay sa Yaman ng Impormasyon," bilang pagtugon sa mabilis na pag-unlad ng makabagong teknolohiya gaya ng Artificial Intelligence (AI). Mahalagang gampanan ng wikang Filipino ang papel bilang daluyan ng dunong, pampublikong diskurso, at akademikong pananaliksik. Sa pamamagitan ng integrasyon ng AI at ng ating pambansang wika, mas pinapalawak natin ang pag-abot ng mamamayan sa makabuluhang impormasyon habang itinataas ang kalidad ng ating mataas na edukasyon sa pandaigdigang larangan.

Ang taunang pagdiriwang na ito ay alinsunod sa mga makasaysayang legal na batayan ng ating bansa. Nagsimula ang pormal na pagkilala sa pagdiriwang nang ihayag ni Pangulong Sergio Osmeña ang Proklamasyon Blg. 35 noong 1946, na sinundan ng Proklamasyon Blg. 12 (1954) at Proklamasyon Blg. 186 (1955) ni Pangulong Ramon Magsaysay na naglipat ng Linggo ng Wika sa ika-13 hanggang ika-19 ng Agosto upang magbigay-pugay sa kaarawan ni Pangulong Manuel L. Quezon, ang "Ama ng Wikang Pambansa". Pormal naman itong pinalawig mula sa isang linggo tungo sa isang buong buwan ng Agosto sa bisa ng Proklamasyon Blg. 1041, s. 1997 na nilagdaan ni Pangulong Fidel V. Ramos. Ang mga proklamasyong ito ang patuloy na nagpapaalala sa atin ng mahalagang tungkulin ng wika sa ating pambansang pagkakakilanlan.

Sa hamon ng globalisasyon at ng transpormasyong digital, nananatiling matatag ang Komisyon ng Lalong Mataas na Edukasyon sa pagtataguyod ng wikang Filipino bilang tulay ng edukasyon, inobasyon, at inklusibong kaunlaran.

Mabuhay ang Wikang Filipino!

05/08/2026

The Commission on Higher Education International Affairs Service (CHED IAS) extends its warmest birthday wishes to the very dedicated Officer-in-Charge, Office of the Deputy Executive Director IV and Chief-of-Staff, Office of the Chairperson Dr. Ian D. Evangelista!

Thank you for your visionary leadership, steadfast commitment to academic excellence, and unwavering dedication to advancing the internationalization of Philippine higher education. Your guidance continues to inspire the entire team to reach greater heights in bridging global opportunities for the entire academic community.

May your special day be filled with immense joy, good health, and continued success in all your endeavors!

05/08/2026

Namaste! Pursue advanced studies in agriculture and allied sciences in India through the ASEAN-India Fellowship for Higher Education in Agriculture and Allied Sciences.

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is pleased to inform interested parties of the call for applications to the ASEAN-India Fellowship for Higher Education in Agriculture and Allied Sciences for Academic Year 2026–2027, offered by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) in coordination with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).

This fellowship program supports ASEAN nationals—both fresh graduates and in-service candidates—in pursuing a two-year master's degree program at select top Indian agricultural universities. It aims to provide quality research-based education, cross-cultural knowledge exchange, and capacity building across key agricultural and allied disciplines including plant sciences, biotechnology, veterinary sciences, food technology, fisheries, and agricultural engineering.

Selected fellows will receive full financial support which covers round-trip international airfare, local transportation, a monthly stipend, annual contingency allowances, and hostel accommodation.

📌 Application deadline: 10 August 2026

🗓 Program duration: 2 Years (Academic Year 2026–2027)

For application procedures, guidelines, and list of participating universities:
📧 Submit completed application forms and supporting documents to: [email protected]

Further details regarding course options, eligibility requirements, and medical certificates may be found in the attached Memorandum and program guidelines.

Take this opportunity to gain exposure to cutting-edge agricultural research, build your global network, and contribute to sustainable agricultural development!

05/08/2026

Shalom! Harness the power of emerging technologies for social impact in Israel through the International Course on Cyber and Artificial Intelligence for Good.

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is pleased to inform interested parties of the call for applications to the "International Course on Cyber and Artificial Intelligence for Good," organized by Israel’s Agency for International Development Cooperation (MASHAV) and the Golda Meir MASHAV Carmel International Training Center (MCTC).

Scheduled from 08 November 2026 to 20 November 2026 in Haifa, Israel, this training program focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence and cybersecurity technologies for social impact, community safety, ethics, and sustainability. Participants will engage in expert-led discussions, examine real-world case studies, conduct field visits to local universities, tech accelerators, companies, and non-profits, and attend AI and Cyber Week events at Tel Aviv University.

The program is open to English-proficient professionals with a demonstrated commitment to social impact from the government, private, and NGO sectors ( e.g. directors, managers of social institutions or incubators, and tech entrepreneurs). Accepted participants will receive a MASHAV Scholarship covering tuition and training fees, full-board double-occupancy accommodation, emergency medical insurance, and local airport transfers. (Note: International airfares and daily allowances are not included).

📌 Application deadline: 10 August 2026

🗓 Program duration: 08 November 2026 to 20 November 2026
For application procedures and guidelines:

🔗 Register here: mashav-mfa.formtitan.com/ftproject/mashavhome (Select English and use Course Code: 7305)

For inquiries and concerns, interested applicants may contact MASHAV through:
📧 [email protected]

Take this opportunity to strengthen your expertise in AI and cybersecurity, learn from global best practices, and drive meaningful impact in your organization and community!

04/08/2026

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) - International Affairs Service (IAS) invites interested higher education leaders, internationalization champions, and stakeholders across Central Luzon to participate in the ASEAN ULAYAW Webinar Series 2026, a three-part webinar series that brings together higher education leaders, internationalization champions, and academic communities across Central Luzon to strengthen global partnerships, explore Transnational Higher Education (TNHE) and advance institutional excellence through international rankings.

🎥 Watch the official launch video and learn how meaningful conversations on internationalization can create greater opportunities for Philippine higher education institutions.

📅 Webinar Schedule:
📍 August 3 – ASEAN ULAYAW 1: Crafting a Strategic Internationalization Plan
📍 August 10 – ASEAN ULAYAW 2: Bridging the Language of Transnational Higher Education to Central Luzon
📍 August 17 – ASEAN ULAYAW 3: Bringing International Rankings to Central Luzon HEIs

CHED IAS encourages interested higher education institutions, administrators, international relations officers, faculty members and other stakeholders to participate in this webinar series and engage in discussions that promote internationalization, strengthen institutional linkages, and enhance the global competitiveness of Philippine higher education.

01/08/2026

The Commission on Higher Education, through the International Affairs Service (IAS) hereby informs interested parties of the invitation from the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through its Public Diplomacy Section, to the special session titled “Cybercrime Without Borders: What the Philippines Can Learn from U.S. Cases,” on 03 August 2026 (Monday), 10:00 AM - 12:00 NN, at the Asian Institute of Management (AIM).

The special session aims to offer an international perspective on cybercrime that is locally meaningful to faculty teaching future cybersecurity experts and criminal justice professionals. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from Mr. Scott Augenbaum, a retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent and cybersecurity expert with a 30-year career in federal law enforcement, who led the FBI's Cyber Task Force in Nashville, Tennessee, and investigated cybercrime cases involving more than 1,000 victims. He will share insights on his "CyberSecure Mindset" approach, emphasizing that cybersecurity depends not only on technology but also on informed decision-making and proactive behaviors.

Participation in this session is free of charge. Interested participants may register through this link: https://bit.ly/4hFRkx7.

28/07/2026

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐏𝐇𝐄𝐈𝐬 𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Project PIVOT returns for another insightful session as we continue exploring opportunities that advance the internationalization of Philippine Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs).

For Session 9, we are delighted to welcome our esteemed partner from Times Higher Education (THE), a globally recognized organization that supports excellence and innovation in higher education. Join us for an engaging session and learn more about THE's initiatives, insights, and opportunities that can help strengthen the internationalization efforts of Philippine higher education institutions.

Expand your perspectives, engage with fellow higher education stakeholders, and explore new possibilities for global collaboration through another enriching Project PIVOT session.

📅 Date: 30 July 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM
🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/ProjectPIVOT2026
💻 Download your official Zoom background here: https://bit.ly/PivotZoomBG

Join us as we continue connecting Philippine higher education with the world—one partnership at a time.

Let’s keep pivoting, transforming, and scaling new heights together!

28/07/2026

𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) welcomed a high-level delegation from the People's Republic of Bangladesh as part of the Study Visit on Health Systems and Nursing Workforce Development, organized with the support of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

The Bangladesh delegation was headed by Dr. S. M. Ziauddin Hyder, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Health Affairs, and composed of senior officials from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The ADB delegation was led by Dr. Rui Liu, Senior Health Specialist.

Representing CHED were Commissioner Dr. Michelle A. Ong, Dr. Jimmy G. Catanes, CESE, Director IV of the Office of Programs and Standards Development (OPSD), Atty. Jether K. Corpuz, Head Executive Assistant of the Office of the Chairperson, and Mr. Prince Michael B. Fuentes, Regional Desk Officer for Asia and the Pacific of the International Affairs Service (IAS).

CHED discussed Philippine nursing education, focusing on quality assurance, curriculum standards, accreditation and faculty development. Highlighted as well are the different Centers of Excellence in Nursing Education. The discussions also highlighted the country's efforts in producing globally competitive nursing professionals and strengthening the healthcare workforce.

The study visit builds on the recently ratified Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in Nursing Education and Capacity Building between the Philippines and Bangladesh and reaffirms both countries' commitment to advancing collaboration in higher education, health workforce development, research, and institutional partnerships.

Together, the Philippines and Bangladesh continue to strengthen international cooperation in pursuit of quality education, resilient healthcare systems, and a globally competent nursing workforce.