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What does it really mean to engage the diaspora? Not just through remittances, but through identity, innovation, and long-term impact.In this episode of Tea with ALSA, we speak with Lirim Krasniqi, Co-Executive Director at GERMIN, one of the leading organisations working to connect the Western Balkans with its global diaspora.We explore how migration has shaped our collective story, how programmes like OriginAL are reconnecting second and third generations with their roots, and why the average diaspora member has more to offer than just donations.🎧 Whether you’re part of the diaspora, working in development, or curious about how we build bridges across borders, this episode is for you.📌 Chapters00:00 – Introduction: Who is Lirim Krasniqi02:40 – Why diaspora, migration and development became his purpose06:00 – Studying at CEU, time in Romania and early leadership lessons10:20 – How history of migration drives GERMIN’s mission14:10 – The meaning of diaspora as soft power18:40 – From remittances to investment, real examples of impact22:00 – How the diaspora can engage beyond sending money26:10 – Diaspora voting and why it matters more than ever32:00 – How the OriginAL Programme was created37:30 – What it means to witness the impact of OriginAL42:00 – Why sponsors support OriginAL and what they value in it47:30 – The importance of business and investment from the diaspora50:50 – Identity, generation gaps and preserving our culture56:00 – What diaspora youth misunderstand about home01:01:00 – The power of “Unofficial Ambassadors” today01:05:30 – What gives Lirim hope for the future💡 You’ll learn:✅ What meaningful diaspora engagement really looks like✅ How GERMIN is shaping policy, programmes and participation✅ Why youth-focused initiatives like OriginAL work✅ What governments can do better✅ How to build identity while living across borders👤 Connect with Lirim Krasniqi:🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lirimkrasniqi/🌐 GERMIN: https://germin.org/🌍 OriginAL Website: https://origin-al.org/📸 OriginAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/originalbanian/?hl=en-gb🔗 Follow ALSA UK:🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/alsauk👥 Join the ALSA UK Community: https://www.alsauk.co.uk/membership📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alsa_uk_/📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TeaWithALSA🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/76KXivrg70p7E87L2cF2wD📩 Email: [email protected]
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By ALSA UKWhat does it really mean to engage the diaspora? Not just through remittances, but through identity, innovation, and long-term impact.In this episode of Tea with ALSA, we speak with Lirim Krasniqi, Co-Executive Director at GERMIN, one of the leading organisations working to connect the Western Balkans with its global diaspora.We explore how migration has shaped our collective story, how programmes like OriginAL are reconnecting second and third generations with their roots, and why the average diaspora member has more to offer than just donations.🎧 Whether you’re part of the diaspora, working in development, or curious about how we build bridges across borders, this episode is for you.📌 Chapters00:00 – Introduction: Who is Lirim Krasniqi02:40 – Why diaspora, migration and development became his purpose06:00 – Studying at CEU, time in Romania and early leadership lessons10:20 – How history of migration drives GERMIN’s mission14:10 – The meaning of diaspora as soft power18:40 – From remittances to investment, real examples of impact22:00 – How the diaspora can engage beyond sending money26:10 – Diaspora voting and why it matters more than ever32:00 – How the OriginAL Programme was created37:30 – What it means to witness the impact of OriginAL42:00 – Why sponsors support OriginAL and what they value in it47:30 – The importance of business and investment from the diaspora50:50 – Identity, generation gaps and preserving our culture56:00 – What diaspora youth misunderstand about home01:01:00 – The power of “Unofficial Ambassadors” today01:05:30 – What gives Lirim hope for the future💡 You’ll learn:✅ What meaningful diaspora engagement really looks like✅ How GERMIN is shaping policy, programmes and participation✅ Why youth-focused initiatives like OriginAL work✅ What governments can do better✅ How to build identity while living across borders👤 Connect with Lirim Krasniqi:🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lirimkrasniqi/🌐 GERMIN: https://germin.org/🌍 OriginAL Website: https://origin-al.org/📸 OriginAL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/originalbanian/?hl=en-gb🔗 Follow ALSA UK:🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/alsauk👥 Join the ALSA UK Community: https://www.alsauk.co.uk/membership📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alsa_uk_/📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TeaWithALSA🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/76KXivrg70p7E87L2cF2wD📩 Email: [email protected]