Notre Dame of Marbel University Honored as Global Academic Partner at the 12th International Conference on Education in Indonesia Organized by the The International Institute of Knowledge Management

BALI, INDONESIA – Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) has reached a new milestone in internationalization after being officially recognized as a Global Academic Partner during the 12th International Conference on Education, held from March 26–28, 2026.

The recognition was conferred by The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM), a globally recognized platform dedicated to facilitating high-impact research, policy dialogue, and knowledge exchange.

NDMU was one of only 19 academic institutions worldwide selected for this distinction, highlighting its growing influence in the global academic community.

The award was formally presented by Mr. Isanka P. Gamage, Co-Founder and Managing Director of TIIKM, and received on behalf of the university by Dr. Wilter C. Friales.

By partnering with TIIKM, NDMU aligns itself with an organization that has:

• A Global Footprint: Operating across 15+ locations and engaging researchers from over 150 countries.

• Extensive Reach: Hosting 355+ international conferences for a network of over 25,000 researchers and academics.

• Publication Power: Providing access to a vast network of 280+ Scopus-indexed journals, ensuring that academic research reaches a global audience with integrity and quality.

The 12th International Conference on Education centered on the theme: “Transforming Education for a Sustainable and Inclusive Future: Adaptive Teaching, Innovative Research, Local and Global Partnerships, and Policy Implications.” 

TIIKM’s mission to serve as a bridge between scholarly research and real-world applications mirrors NDMU’s commitment to excellence. Through this partnership, NDMU strengthens its capacity for interdisciplinary dialogue and evidence-based decision-making, further cementing its status as a leader in higher education.

This recognition not only honors NDMU’s current contributions but opens new doors for faculty and students to engage in structured peer-review processes and global research collaborations that drive meaningful change.