About Us
Diaspora Youth Summit 2024
About Us
DYS is a flagship event of the African Union Diaspora Youth Initiative
The Diaspora Youth Summit (DYS) is an annual platform designed for young people of African descent living across Europe to connect, collaborate, and create change. Over the course of two impactful days, participants engage with leading experts, attend thought-provoking panel discussions, and build essential networks that empower them to lead in their communities and beyond.
DYS provides a unique opportunity for diaspora youth to address the critical issues they face, while also fostering stronger ties between the African Union, European institutions, and the diaspora community. Through expert-led workshops, mentorship programs, networking sessions, and exhibits, the summit aims to equip participants with the tools to thrive as leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs.
Organized by the African Union Diaspora Youth Initiative (AU DYI), the summit gathers over 2,000 African diaspora youth from 18 European countries. Together, they work towards solutions for economic empowerment, social inclusion, and cultural engagement, aligning with the African Union’s long-term vision of Agenda 2063 — a strategic blueprint for a united, prosperous Africa driven by its people, including its diaspora.
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Why Attend
Thematics
Be Empowered - Be Connected - Be the Change
Leadership
Youth Leadership Programs Mentorship Programs Professional Developmen Knowledge Sharing and Networking Public Sector and Policy Engagement
Education
STEM Digital Skills Training Capacity Building Programs Technical skills training in innovation, green technology, and environmental sustainability. Cultural Representation: African heritage, rights, and inclusion.
Socioeconomic inclusion
Supporting diaspora-led startups and business scaling Financial Literacy Property Talks Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI):
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Diaspora Youth Summit 2024
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Join our career expo to meet potential employers, explore new industries, and gain career insights from top professionals.
Venue
Venue details to be communicated soon
Email: [email protected]
Contact
Phone: +32 1234 567 890