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SAVE THE DATE: May 1 & 2, 2026
2nd Annual Eritrean Diaspora Innovators Summit
Achieving a Mebrahti Mindset for Next-Gen Diaspora Leadership.
Hosted by The Diaspora Academy with CEOÂ Semhar Araia
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The Eritrean Diaspora Innovators Summit is a virtual conference for second-generation Eritreans in the diaspora—those raised in immigrant households, between cultures, navigating pressure and possibility, and ready to chart their own path.
Step into your Mebrahti Mindset. You are here to forge a real, lasting legacy that is uniquely yours.Â
Register Today!
Where Vision Meets Action.
We are the generation carrying the torch, inheriting the spirit of resilience, and the Eritrean Diaspora Innovators Summit is our strategic meeting point—our Baito - a powerful assembly of visionary innovators, next-gen leaders, creators, professionals, and young professionals from every corner of the world. We are all connected by the beautiful, bold threads of our shared culture, experiences and ancestral heritage.
This is where you'll find yourself -- through and with each other.
Join us for this incredible 2-day event of guidance, inspiration and connection. Like the spirit of our ancestors, the unstoppable drive of the Eritrean diaspora transforms into concrete impact, inspiration and roadmaps - for you and our entire generation.
EDISÂ is your space to learn from one another, create lasting diaspora connections, and ensure the next chapter of our collective diaspora story is the most impactful one yet.
This summit will help you:
- Shift your mindset and define success on your own terms
- Hear from second-gen Eritrean leaders across industries
- Connect with people who reflect your experience
- Embrace your heritage while honoring your individualityÂ
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Are you ready to join us and create the spaces we wish existed?Â
Curated and hosted by Semhar Araia
Why I Created the Eritrean Diaspora Innovators Summit
And Why You Should Be There!
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What does it mean to be second-generation Eritrean living in the diaspora?
If you're like me, you know it means pride, layers of discovery and strength—and questions. How do we honor our heritage while navigating the expectations of the countries we now call home? How do we build community when our lives span generations, languages, cultures, and time zones?Â
The future is calling. Are you ready?
Join us virtually on Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, from the comforts of your home, office or wherever you are. Let's build together.
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What to Expect:
✅ Powerful keynotes from global Eritrean diaspora innovators
âś… Masterclasses on leadership, entrepreneurship, professional growth, and creative ventures
âś… Networking opportunities with Eritrean diaspora attendees - including creatives, businesses, organizations and changemakers like you
âś… Tools to take your diaspora passion into real impact from wherever you are
Who EDIS Is For:
The Eritrean Diaspora Innovators Summit is open to all - and specifically designed for:
- Second-generation Eritreans in the diaspora
- People of Eritrean descent born abroad or who immigrated during their formative years (roughly birth to 18 years old)
- Individuals of Eritrean descent who are:
- Navigating life between cultures
- Proud of their Eritrean heritage
- Seeking meaning, success, and community in the diaspora
- Fluent or not fluent in Tigrinia - language isn’t a barrier to belonging here, EDIS is in English!
- Friends and allies seeking to create more fulfilling lives, careers, and communities in the diaspor
- Anyone eager to explore what it means to lead, contribute, and thrive while honoring their diaspora journey
What EDISÂ Will Do For You
EDIS is your space to get grounded, find like-minded inspiration, and consider new ways to consider your .
Attendees will:
- Hear from next-gen Eritrean diaspora innovators who’ve built success on their own terms
- Learn diaspora leadership and changemaker skills
- Explore how to balance personal dreams with cultural expectations
- Leave with a renewed sense of direction, pride, and possibility
Choose Your EDIS 2026 Experience
Hizbi General Level:
New to the space? This is your entry point. Get the inspiration, access, and energy you need to get started.
✔️ Live summit access (May 1 & 2)
✔️ Keynotes and community conversations
✔️ Full speaker lineup
✔️ Lifetime replays
Jigna VIP Level:
Ready to lead boldly? The Jigna VIP Level is for the changemakers ready to take it deeper.
✨ Everything in Hizbi Level, plus:
✔️ One-hour coaching session with Semhar
✔️ Post-summit content and speaker access
✔️ Downloadable TDA tools and guides
✔️ $1,000+ in exclusive bonuses
Partner With EDIS
Become a Vendor
Showcase your products and services to EDIS 2026 attendees.
👉 Click below to apply as a vendor and secure your spot at EDIS 2026.
Become a Sponsor
Support EDIS 2026 to spotlight Eritrean diaspora innovation, leadership, and impact.
👉 Click below to explore sponsorship opportunities and benefits.
Join as an Affiliate
Earn rewards by partnering with us and sharing EDIS 2026 with your network.
👉Click below to sign up as an affiliate partner today.
Volunteer with Us
Be part of the team bringing EDIS 2026 to life.
👉 Click below to volunteer and help shape this year’s summit.
