Our concept & general statement

The Assembly of the World Diasporas was created to carry out humanitarian, educational and charitable activity aimed at building mutual trust between society and government, strengthening cooperation in the protection of human rights, and effectively countering all manifestations of hatred — including racism, xenophobia, anti-Semitism and Islamophobia.

Our work also includes fostering mutually beneficial ties between businesses owned by members of various diasporas and of their countries of origin, and developing cooperation in science, business, culture and sport — using the principles and tools of public diplomacy, reliable business contacts, and the media.

Integration and identity

Diasporas are made up of immigrants across many generations. Today, the most important task — for diaspora communities and government structures alike — is a balanced combination of integration into the civil society of host countries and the ability to preserve their own ethnic and religious traditions and customs.

The challenges faced by every immigrant group, regardless of country or continent, are practically the same: migration, immigration, economic and legal issues. Common to all ethnic groups are also human-rights violations relating to discrimination and to hatred expressed on racial, ethnic and religious grounds.

A case for international cooperation

The modern world has long needed stronger international cooperation among the leaders of diasporas and ethnic minorities. Such cooperation is directed at ensuring an effective system of expert oversight and public influence over important socio-political, human-rights, interethnic and migration decisions taken by authoritative international organizations.

This includes engagement with the United Nations, the OSCE, the Council and Parliament of Europe, national governments and parliaments, and the local and federal agencies that regulate and implement immigration and migration policy.

Ongoing contact among diaspora and minority leaders is essential for cooperation and tolerant relations at both national and international levels. Regular working contact with government agencies — in particular with ICE — helps ensure understanding and transparency in the laws and actions of the authorities in the field of migration and immigration.

People's diplomacy against hatred

Close, well-planned cooperation among many diaspora groups makes it possible to confront expressions of hatred in society, while "people's diplomacy" can influence the governments and parliaments of countries of origin — which are always interested in working with their diasporas.

In this way, important goals can be advanced to prevent misanthropic ideologies — including radical nationalism, xenophobia, anti-Semitism and Islamophobia — in politics, business and public life, including through the adoption of corresponding legislation.

Business, culture and dialogue

Over many years, our organization has built reliable and trusting relationships with business representatives, investors, government structures, public organizations and influential international communities — both within the United States and beyond.

Thanks to our long experience, established contacts and active international cooperation, we assist in business development, the building of strategic ties, the coordination of cooperation between companies from different countries, expansion into new markets, and the formation of partner and institutional relationships.

The Assembly is also an excellent venue for cultural exchange — essential for mutual understanding and respect, especially at the community level. Our platform offers a unique opportunity to hold discussions, in person and online, on interethnic, migration, immigration, legal and other questions that concern both multiethnic communities and the governments of different countries.

Forums and media

The Assembly's activities include socio-political events — interethnic and interreligious forums such as round tables, conferences, seminars and symposia — held within communities and also at the United Nations and in national parliaments, including the U.S. Congress, with the participation of diplomats, public and political figures, businesspeople, philanthropists and investors.

We continually work with the media to advocate for the organization's goals, to support objective coverage of events in the United States, Europe and other regions, and to prepare and place petitions, statements, advertising and public-relations materials, including across social networks.