By Gjovani CinariBorn and raised in England, with Albanian roots in Shkoder, Albania Growing up as part of the Albanian diaspora in England, I always felt connected to Albania, visiting often and proudly embracing my roots in Shkoder. But when I embarked on the OriginAL programme, I realised there was so much more to discover. …
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We had the privilege of interviewing Mark Kosmo, founder of the Global Albanians Foundation, a member of the Board of GERMIN, and a passionate donor to the OriginAL program. With a unique perspective as a “Born-Again Albanian,” Mark shares his inspiring journey, his deep connection to his heritage, and his unwavering support for a program …
Over 100 young Albanians from the diaspora will start their journey to our homeland through the OriginAL program in 2024. The first group of young people, aged 18 to 24, will begin their adventure on May 31 from Prishtina and will conclude in Tirana after two weeks, with visits to places of historical and cultural …
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On May 3, at the Embassy of Kosovo in Paris, GERMIN hosted a collaborative event with Maison de l’Albanie and the IPKO Foundation, which proved to be an enlightening and productive session. Among the other initiatives, GERMIN presented the OriginAL program, to empower young Albanians in the diaspora and foster connections with their roots. The session …
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Are you a young individual of Albanian origin, aged 18 to 24, looking to explore your cultural roots and connect with your heritage? The OriginAL program offers an extraordinary educational and cultural journey designed to deepen your understanding of Albania’s rich history and traditions. With a focus on connecting young Albanians from the diaspora with …
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In an inspiring leap forward for cultural connection and heritage exploration, OriginAL proudly announces its expansion into North Macedonia. This significant move aims to unite young Albanians across the globe, fostering a sense of unity and shared identity. The program, renowned for its dedication to connecting the Albanian diaspora’s youth, is introducing one of its …
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On February 9, GERMIN, in cooperation with the Embassy of Kosovo in Sweden, organized an event at the Embassy premises in Stockholm, to present the OriginAL program, with the aim of empowering young Albanians in the diaspora and fostering connections with their roots. The event kicked off with a warm welcome from Ambassador Shkendije Geci …
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If you are between the ages of 18 and 24 and of Albanian origin, OriginAL is your ideal opportunity to connect with your countries of origin. OriginAL is not just a program; is a unique and enriching experience designed to help the youth of the Albanian diaspora connect with their Albanian roots, get to know …
Suppose you’re a fan of Albanian music. In that case, you don’t want to miss the upcoming event featuring Inva Mula and Genc Tukiçi. On May 24th, they will perform live in New York to support the OriginAL program. As the name implies, OriginAL offers a new perspective on Albanian culture and heritage. The dream of OriginAL …
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Although the details of a particular experience may fade, the feelings and emotions accompanying it remain etched in our memories forever. The OriginAL was created to provide young Albanians in the diaspora an opportunity to reconnect with their roots and encounter their country of origin from a fresh and exhilarating perspective. We are overjoyed to …
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Application will open on May 25th, 2022.
Aplikimi hapet më datë 25 Maj, 2022.