The Diaspora Academy Blog

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4 Common Pitfalls That Sabotage Your Diaspora Giving—and How to Avoid Them Dec 01, 2024

Diaspora giving is a powerful way to support communities and causes close to your heart. Whether you’re contributing financially, volunteering your ti...

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Celebrating the Hmong New Year: A Vibrant Diaspora Tradition in the Twin Cities Nov 30, 2024

Celebrating the Hmong New Year: A Vibrant Tradition in the Twin Cities

As I soak in the chilly yet comforting Thanksgiving vibes here in Minnesota, I...

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3 Proven Strategies to Amplify Your Diaspora Leadership Nov 17, 2024

Leaders in diaspora communities hold a unique role in today’s globalized world. Whether you’re actively engaging in policy-making, mentoring, communit...

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Connecting with Purpose: Three Ways Diaspora Investors Can Uplift Nigeria Nov 13, 2024

Last week, I had the honor of speaking at the Nigerian Diaspora Investment Summit on November 5, and it was truly an inspiring experience! 

Gathering...

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Are You Diaspora Doomscrolling? Aug 08, 2024

 

If you're like me, you probably receive a deluge of news, ideas, inspiration and updates from multiple accounts each day.  Between our inboxes, soc...

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TDA in the News: Africans Yearn for a US Champion in Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris Jul 23, 2024

As we assess the new electoral landscape for this year's US Presidential race, The Diaspora Academy was recently interviewed by the Africa Report abou...

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