SECRETARIAT

According to the Articles of Association, the responsibilities of the General Secretariat are to:

• Prepare the annual reports and activity reports.
• Prepare and organise the management board meetings.
• Arrange for the EAHEA’s publications and conferences.
• Collect fees and subscriptions, and manage all financial procedures.
• Provide any kind of assistance the EAHEA members may require.

Following our board of directors´ decision, Ms. Lene Kjærsdam (Denmark) was appointed the Secretary General of the European Association for Higher Education Advancement (EAHEA) on June 22, 2017. Find below her introductory message to the membership and community at large.

Message from the Secretary General

Dear Esteemed Members, Colleagues, and Friends,

It is a privilege to address you as the Secretary General of the European Association for Higher Education Advancement (EAHEA). In an era marked by profound global transformation, the need for resilient, innovative, and quality-driven higher education systems has never been more pressing. At EAHEA, we are proud to be part of this dynamic evolution, standing alongside institutions, educators, and policymakers in pursuit of excellence and impact.

The Secretariat serves as the operational heart of our organization. It is our responsibility to ensure the effective implementation of our strategic goals, to support our members with integrity and transparency, and to maintain the highest standards in our accreditation and quality assurance processes. Our team works diligently every day to translate vision into action, facilitating communication, coordinating programs, and supporting collaboration among a growing international network of higher education stakeholders.

One of the defining strengths of EAHEA is its commitment to inclusiveness, dialogue, and evidence-based development. As Secretariat, we ensure that these values are embedded into every aspect of our daily operations. Whether through our evaluation frameworks, institutional support mechanisms, or international outreach, our objective is always to empower our members and strengthen the quality culture in higher education across borders.

We are continuously enhancing our digital infrastructure, improving the efficiency of our accreditation services, and broadening access to our resources for both existing and prospective members. We also remain engaged with regional and global actors to promote harmonization, mutual recognition, and shared learning within the European Higher Education Area and beyond.

To all our members and partners: your trust and collaboration are the foundations of our success. Your feedback, engagement, and innovation enrich our community and drive our shared mission forward.

I invite you to remain actively involved in our initiatives, to reach out to our team with your ideas and inquiries, and to consider the EAHEA Secretariat not just as an administrative body, but as your ally, your support system, and your advocate in the journey toward academic excellence.

With warm regards and unwavering commitment,

Ms. Lene Kjærsdam
Secretary General, EAHEA

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