Advocacy and Digital Diplomacy of the Diaspora – A Drive for Kosovo’s Transformation

Written by: Arieta Dragusha In a globally connected world where information and communication spread rapidly, advocacy and digital diplomacy have become essential tools, especially for small states like Kosovo. The role of the diaspora in these processes goes beyond symbolic support, becoming a key force in promoting national interests, strengthening international relations, and encouraging development […]

Diaspora as a Business Bridge: Access to International Markets through Migrant Networks

Written by: Fitim Adili The following text offers ideas and proposals on ways to enhance cooperation between businesses in Kosovo and diaspora networks, aiming to expand their reach into international markets. Starting a business in Kosovo that also serves international clients is not easy. Especially before visa liberalization for Kosovo, obtaining a visa for an […]

Inclusion and Empowerment of Women in the Diaspora: Priorities and Opportunities

GERMIN publishes a new policy brief exploring the role and contributions of Albanian women in the diaspora, the challenges they face, and opportunities for their empowerment. This policy brief provides recommendations for improving policies and encouraging the active participation of women in economic, social, and political development—both in their host countries and their countries of […]

National and Cultural Identity of the Albanian Diaspora

The Albanian diaspora plays a key role in preserving culture and maintaining strong ties with the homeland. However, challenges such as assimilation and lack of institutional support require concrete measures to safeguard national identity.   GERMIN has published a policy brief on the national and cultural identity of the Albanian diaspora, written by Dr. Klement […]

Preserving the Albanian Language in the Diaspora – A National DutyDate: 12/02/2025

The Albanian language, as the most visible sign of our national identity, is an indispensable treasure that must be preserved and spread not only within the borders of the home countries but everywhere Albanians live. Today, in a globalized world, preserving the mother tongue in the diaspora requires commitment, cooperation, and sustainable strategies. Although valuable […]

Summary of the Voter Registration Process for the Diaspora

The Central Election Commission of Kosovo organized the voter registration process for diaspora voters, who will have the opportunity to vote in Kosovo’s upcoming elections scheduled for February 9, 2025. This process aims to include a large number of citizens living abroad by offering them various methods to exercise their right to vote, such as […]

Youth and Student Organization and Networking in the Diaspora

The organization and networking of Albanian youth and students in the diaspora has been and remains the foundation of community organization in the diaspora and the source of activism for the country of origin. Young people and students in the diaspora play an important role in intergenerational relations within the diaspora and in links with […]

OriginAL, a journey to discover the roots

“Find your roots” – a slogan so simple and at the same time so meaningful. Human is always in search of their roots and the past. No matter how far we are from the country of origin, we always return there – to the ancestor’s land, either physically or spiritually. There comes the idea of […]