Discussion Roundtable – Advocacy and Public Diplomacy of the Diaspora
GERMIN organized a discussion roundtable on “Advocacy and Public Diplomacy of the Diaspora.” Panelists shared how their efforts have elevated Kosovo’s international profile, improved diplomatic relations, and contributed to the development of social and economic initiatives. The discussion explored contributions to digital diplomacy, grassroots advocacy, and cultural promotion, highlighting the vital role of diaspora professionals […]
25% ROI in 100 Days: Diaspora Mentorship Boosts Albanian Women Entrepreneurs
About the projectIn early 2024, supported by the U.S. Embassy in Tirana’s Small Grants Program, Germin launched “Diaspora Supporting Albanian Women Entrepreneurs.” This initiative strategically connected experienced mentors from the Albanian diaspora with women entrepreneurs in Albania, aiming to address critical challenges that women-led startups face, such as limited digitalisation, investments, and global expansion. Among […]
Come to Support Diaspora Youth in New York, October 17
On October 17, a special evening will be organized in New York City to support OriginAL, a program dedicated to reconnecting Albanian Diaspora youth with their cultural roots. Through immersive cultural, educational, and volunteering experiences across Albania, Kosova, and soon North Macedonia, OriginAL offers young Albanians the chance to rediscover their heritage and form connections […]
Celebrating Diaspora Day in Kosova: Networking Event with Global Professionals
On August 2nd, GERMIN hosted a Diaspora Networking Breakfast in Prishtina to celebrate Diaspora Day. The event brought together diaspora professionals from Europe and the United States dedicated to Kosova’s growth and development. Bringing Together Kosova’s Diaspora We had a diverse group of diaspora professionals at our gathering. They have been key players in various projects by […]
Unlocking Workforce Potential: Diaspora Support for Workforce Development in Kosovo
Diaspora professionals and local stakeholders are driving workforce development in Kosovo through a peer-to-peer mentorship. A roundtable event organized by GERMIN and USAID Private Sector-Led Workforce Development Activity discussed the key elements of this project.
OriginAL’s Fourth Cohort Visits Gjirafa HQ in Prishtina
On the second day of the OriginAL program, the fourth cohort visited Gjirafa HQ in Prishtina, Kosovo. Made possible through a collaborative effort between GERMIN and Gjirafa, the visit provided participants with a unique opportunity to witness firsthand the operations and innovative spirit of one of Kosovo’s leading tech companies. OriginAL is a program designed […]
GERMIN meets the Albanian diaspora in France
On May 3, at the Embassy of Kosovo in Paris, our collaborative event with Maison de l’Albanie and the IPKO Foundation proved to be an enlightening and productive session. This gathering attracted esteemed professionals and committed members of the diaspora, fostering an atmosphere ripe with inspiration and the exchange of innovative ideas. The session began […]
GERMIN held a Board & Team Strategic Workshop
From April 5 to 7, the board of directors together with GERMIN team convened the past weekend to discuss the achievements of the past four years and the organization’s strategic orientation for the next four years.
‘The Voice’ of Albanians in the Croatian Parliament
Ermina Lekaj Prljaskaj is the first woman MP of Albanian origin in the Parliament of the Republic of Croatia. Originally from Kosova, raised and educated in Croatia, Mrs. Lekaj-Prljaskaj is one of the most active personalities of the Albanian Diaspora.
GERMIN presents the 3-party memorandum to parliamentary committee
During the first meeting of the spring session, Civil Society organizations, including GERMIN, met with the Committee for Foreign Affairs and Diaspora. Blerinë Ukshini, Project Manager at GERMIN, outlined the key points of the Memorandum of Cooperation signed among GERMIN, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora of the Republic of Kosovo (MFAD), and the […]
