Barcelona, May 20, 2025 — The Global University Network for Innovation (GUNi) has published a significant new article in the peer-reviewed journal Internationalisation of Higher Education – Policy and Practice, marking an important contribution to the global dialogue on the future of universities.

Titled “Transforming Higher Education Institutions: The Analysis and Programmes of the Global University Network for Innovation (GUNi)”, the article is authored by Aleida Giralte Montero, Anna Renau Granados, Paula Santolalla de Pedro, and Josep M Vilalta, GUNi director. It outlines GUNi’s strategic vision and the development of three innovative programmes designed to support Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in redefining their roles to meet global challenges.

Published in a journal aimed at internationalisation professionals, policymakers, and higher education leaders, the article emphasizes the need for HEIs to become proactive agents in promoting public service, international cooperation, and sustainable development. It draws from insights gathered at major international events, including the third UNESCO World Higher Education Conference, and aligns with UNESCO’s call for a new social contract for education by 2050.

This publication reflects years of research and collaboration, and one of the scopes is to serve as a useful resource for universities worldwide seeking to navigate change. The full article is available in Internationalisation of Higher Education – Policy and Practice, a leading forum for critical reflection on global trends in higher education.

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