The Somaliland Diaspora Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs proudly hosted a vibrant networking and engagement event yesterday evening, bringing together influential members of the Somaliland diaspora community. The gathering aimed to strengthen collaboration on ongoing departmental initiatives and gather valuable feedback for future programs, ensuring greater impact and relevance for the diaspora.
A key highlight of the event was the presentation of the concept note for the highly anticipated Diaspora Week Conference, scheduled for July 27–31, 2025. Attendees participated in an open mic session, sharing insights and recommendations to make this year’s conference a truly diaspora-driven event. The department encouraged all Somaliland diaspora members to contribute their voices and support to these initiatives, emphasizing their critical role in advancing the global Somaliland community.
Director Ougbad Nasir Omer extended heartfelt congratulations to the diaspora for their unprecedented participation in this year’s May 18 celebrations, which saw 110 events across 35 countries, marking the largest and most impactful celebrations to date. “On behalf of the Diaspora Department, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the entire Republic of Somaliland government, I thank and congratulate our global diaspora for their hard work and dedication,” Omer stated.
The Somaliland Diaspora Department urges continued engagement to build a stronger, more connected diaspora community worldwide.