International

Every year, the ATD International Conference & EXPO brings together over 70 delegations, totaling 2,000 members of our global talent development community. Despite the unprecedented challenges the world continues to face, we remain committed to providing opportunities for learning and networking. That's why for 2023, we're offering a range of unique ways for you to participate in this year's event, ensuring that learning professionals from all over the world can connect and engage with one another.

As an international attendee, you'll have access to a unique opportunity to fully participate in ATD23. Our sessions offer translations in multiple languages, allowing you to fully engage with the content and connect with other L&D professionals from around the world. We believe that sharing knowledge and finding solutions is key to advancing the industry. Our ATD Global team is here to help you every step of the way in your conference journey.

Translations Services

Available at ATD23 for our international attendees, we are offering translation and subtitles services free of charge to our attendees.

In San Diego, we are offering translation in more than 25 languages during the three keynotes sessions and all concurrent sessions. Using only your phone, you’ll be able to scan a QR code that will give access to translations throughout the conference.

For virtual attendees, captioned subtitles will be available in Arabic, English, Korean, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish, and more to attendee once live session recordings become available on the virtual platform.

Want to Join or Form a Delegation?

The best way to experience ATD23 is when you enjoy it with your team or local community. International delegations is your opportunity to bring a group of five or more from your country to come together and enjoy the conference together to share ideas and learnings. The best part it that you can enjoy either ATD23 San Diego or Virtual at a discounted rate.

Learn more on how you can create an international delegation and their benefits or how to join an existing delegation. Start making lasting connection that you can continue to share when you arrive back home.

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Do You Need a Travel Visa?

If you need a visa to attend ATD23, please apply early. We suggest you begin the visa application process as soon as possible. Many embassies have long waits and a backlog of visa applications. Visit the U.S. Department of State website for the most current information and instructions.

ATD will provide an invitation letter, upon request, only to individuals who are registered ATD23 San Diego. In the event your circumstances change, ATD will provide a full refund for cancellations prior to March 17. Or, if you apply for a visa ahead of March 17, and are denied a visa, we will provide a full refund of your registration.

Contact atdglobal@td.org if you have any questions.

Request Letter

We have organized several activities catered to our international attendees when you join ATD23 in San Diego, providing ample opportunities for networking and building valuable professional connections with individuals worldwide. Explore all the on-site activities here.

Global Village

The Global Village is available for participants from outside the United States and is open to everyone interested in global exchange.

Meet fellow professionals from other countries and start building connections beyond your country. Also, get to know ATD Global staff members there to assist you during your ATD23 conference experience.

International Orientation

Join the international orientation with the ATD Global team, who will provide you with a warm welcome, an overview of the conference, and answer any questions you may have about ATD23. We will also offer tips on navigating the conference and making the most of your experience in San Diego.

International Welcome Luncheon

Join ATD Global for a festive networking luncheon exclusively for international attendees. It’s a great opportunity to start your conference by networking with attendees from around the world.

Sunday, May 21, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

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