On behalf of the organizing committee, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all of you for joining us at this year’s annual conference in San Francisco. As we celebrated the 70th anniversary of CIES, your participation, insights, and engagement made this gathering not only meaningful but truly memorable for our global community.

We are especially grateful for the rich diversity of perspectives, the thoughtful and critical discussions, and the spirit of openness and collaboration that each of you brought to the conference. Whether through presenting research, facilitating sessions, or engaging in conversations and informal exchanges, your contributions helped shape a vibrant and intellectually enriching experience for all.

As we reflect on this year’s conference—held under the theme “Re-examining Education and Peace in a Divided World”—we are encouraged by the depth of dialogue, the breadth of scholarship, and the many connections that were formed over the past few days. We hope that the conversations and relationships fostered at CIES 2026 will continue to grow and contribute to your work in the months and years ahead. We very much look forward to welcoming you again at future CIES gatherings.

With my warmest thanks and best wishes,

Kazuo Kuroda
CIES President