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Come to Support Diaspora Youth in New York, October 17

On October 17, a special evening will be organized in New York City to support OriginAL, a program dedicated to reconnecting Albanian Diaspora youth with their cultural roots. Through immersive cultural, educational, and volunteering experiences across Albania, Kosova, and soon North Macedonia, OriginAL offers young Albanians the chance to rediscover their heritage and form connections …

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Interview with Mark Kosmo: The Albanian Philanthropist Who Pledged $1 Million to OriginAL

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 …

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Over 100 Young Albanians from the Diaspora on a Journey to Discover Their Roots

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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Find Your Roots: OriginAL Program Presentation in Paris

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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Embark on A Journey to Your Albanian Roots with OriginAL: Applications are now OPEN!

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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OriginAL Expands to North Macedonia: Connecting Albanian Diaspora Youth Across Borders

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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Find Your Roots: OriginAL Program Presentation in Stockholm

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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Inva Mula and Genc Tukiçi to perform in New York for the OriginAL Program

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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Get ready! / Bëhuni gati!

Application will open on May 25th, 2022.

Aplikimi hapet më datë 25 Maj, 2022.