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DIASPORA ADVOCACY

CREATING YOUR AGENDA FOR IMPACT

with Semhar Araia

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Do You Feel Called to Use Your Voice But Unsure Where to Start?

For so many in the diaspora, there’s a powerful drive to support and uplift our communities—both at home and abroad. But figuring out where to start, how to focus your efforts, or what steps to take to actually use your voice for impact can feel overwhelming.

Without a clear advocacy strategy, even the most passionate advocates can struggle to turn their ideas into action. You may have the vision, the heart, and the drive—but what you need is a roadmap.

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Why Take This Course?

Whether you’re new to advocacy or have experience in diaspora engagement, our Diaspora Advocacy course will give you the tools, frameworks, and confidence to create your advocacy agenda and start making a difference from anywhere in the world.

Led by Semhar Araia, an expert with over 25 years in diaspora engagement, you’ll gain practical strategies to ensure your advocacy efforts are clear, actionable, and impactful.

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What You’ll Learn

  • Set Your Advocacy Agenda: You don’t need a topic or agenda coming in. This course will help you pinpoint your advocacy focus and shape it into a powerful agenda.
  • Master the TDA 9As Framework: Learn to use our signature framework to create a structured, effective plan for your diaspora advocacy work.
  • Define Your Priorities: From your top priorities and goals to specific asks and long-term change targets, you’ll leave with a concrete advocacy roadmap.
  • Make Your Voice Count: Understand the fundamentals of constituency advocacy and how to apply them to achieve real impact as a diaspora advocate.
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What You Can Expect 

  • Clearer Understanding of Your Diaspora Skillsets
    Through this course, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the unique skill sets you bring to the table as a member of the diaspora. Recognize and leverage your strengths to build confidence and shape an advocacy approach that’s truly your own.
  • Clarity on Your Advocacy Goals

    You’ll gain clear guidance on setting realistic and meaningful goals for your advocacy work, even if you’re just getting started or refining an existing agenda. By the end of the course, you’ll have a well-defined focus that resonates with your personal or community values.

  • A Structured Framework for Success
    We’ll introduce you to our TDA 9As Framework, a step-by-step approach to shaping your advocacy strategy. This framework helps you create a focused, effective agenda that brings together your passion, purpose, and desired outcomes.

  • Practical Tools to Maximize Your Impact
    From identifying your key advocacy priorities to learning how to craft asks that resonate with decision-makers, this course is packed with actionable tools and techniques. Expect real-world strategies you can use right away to start making an impact.

  • Expert Guidance from a Trusted Leader
    You’ll learn from Semhar Araia, a respected leader with 25 years of experience in diaspora engagement and advocacy. Her insights, expertise, and support will guide you through the essentials and set you on a path toward long-term success.

  • An Inspiring Community of Changemakers
    Engage with a community of like-minded diaspora changemakers who share your passion for advocacy. This course offers a unique opportunity to connect, share ideas, and find solidarity in the journey toward creating positive change.

     

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Introducing The Diaspora Academy

This isn't just a course; it's a movement!
A transformative experience designed for diaspora changemakers who dream of making a positive impact on a global scale.

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