Wittenborg Expands International Partnerships at ILF & Workshop Global in Portugal

28.05.2026

Kejli Kadiu Connects with New Global Partners at Education Workshop in Portugal

Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences continued its international outreach efforts through participation in ILF & Workshop Global, held in the Algarve region of Portugal from 8 to 10 May. Wittenborg was represented by Admissions Administrator Kejli Kadiu.

The event brought together around 110 participants, including agents, educators and service providers from across the world. Designed to encourage networking and collaboration, the workshop gave participants the opportunity to build new partnerships and discuss international student recruitment.

For Kadiu, the event was especially valuable because it opened the door to potential new collaborations with partners from Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa. As Wittenborg is still developing its presence in Latin America, meeting agents from the region was an important opportunity for the institution.

“What stood out the most was being the only Dutch institution at the event, which made the experience even more interesting and valuable,” Kadiu said.

She also praised the organisation of the workshop, describing the schedule as full and engaging throughout the event. The Algarve venue and resort created a welcoming atmosphere that helped make the experience both productive and enjoyable.

One of the most interesting aspects of the workshop for Kadiu was learning how agents from countries such as Brazil and Venezuela use social media to connect with prospective students and engage their audiences in creative ways.

The event also included a seminar where participants discussed current challenges, possible solutions and wider developments within the international education sector. According to Kadiu, hearing different perspectives from across the industry was one of the most valuable parts of the experience.

Wittenborg looks ahead to a busy calendar of international and local events, including Open Days in Amsterdam, ICEF Asia in Vietnam, alumni gatherings and the Globalisation Forum 2026, continuing its commitment to global engagement and international education.