BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:migration4development.org X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/Madrid BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Madrid X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/Madrid END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6605abd62effd DTSTART:20220831T130000Z SEQUENCE:0 TRANSP:OPAQUE DTEND:20220831T150000Z SUMMARY:Global Virtual Exchange for the Latin American Diaspora of African Descent CLASS:PUBLIC DESCRIPTION:
In 2018\, a World Bank study indicated that one in four people in Latin America identifies as of African descent. This signifies a commu nity of 133 million members. Most of which are concentrated in Brazil\, Ve nezuela\, Colombia\, Cuba\, Mexico and Ecuador\, according to data from \" Afro-descendants in Latin America\, towards a framework of inclusion\". Ho wever\, Afro-descendant communities constitute a highly heterogeneous popu lation and are unevenly distributed in the region\, but they share a long history of displacement. In this context\, the approach to Afro-descendant identities in the Latin American diaspora constitutes a space for exchang e of knowledge\, experiences\, challenges\, and opportunities as well as e xplore how they relate to those of other communities such as the more rece nt African diaspora.
\n\nWithin the framework of thes e exchanges\, giving a voice to the young communities of the diaspora\, re presented in many cases by second and third generations\, is key because t heir identity construction is often more complex compared to those of the first generation. This contribution will make it possible to broaden the p rism of identities as part of building a common future. Facilitating thi s exchange at a global level\, and specifically at the European level. W ithin Europe\, Spain represents one of the main destination countries\, where the existence of a common language allows fluid communication and th e exploration of common opportunities and challenges. For this reason\ , IOM promotes this dialogue between Latin American communities of African descent and more recent African migrants to enhance the impact and effect iveness of their contributions to society.
\n\nThe objective of the Global Virtual Exchange for the L atin American Diaspora of African descent\, which coincides with the I nternational Day of Afro-descendants\, is double. First\, we seek to provi de a space for groups in the Afro-descendant Latin American diaspora to explore their belonging to both identities and how this has influence d their experiences in relation to their communities of origin and host. A s a complement to this reflection\, we will invite members of the Afric an diaspora to share experiences and practices\, explore simila rities and differences\, and maximize the possibility ofestablishing allia nces that could contribute to the creation of a more continuous dialogu e of exchange of experiences.
\n\nAs a result of this global virtual meeting\, it is expected to contribute to the conversa tion about the intersectionality and complexity of the sense of belonging. This can provide evidence for the development of tailor-made initiatives to address the specific needs of different diaspora groups and understand how multiple identities can drive innovative interventions to drive sustai nable development. To this end\, it is expected to elaborate a document ai med at encouraging the conversations of public and private organizations\, which will allow to address the issue of identity\, in its dimensions bas ed on shared perspectives and recommendations.
\n\n\n Session \n | \n\n Format \n | \n\n Time \n | \n
\n Introduction \n | \n\n IOM Welcome Remarks \n | \n\n 10 mins \n | \n
\n Refle ctions on identity and belonging among diasporas \n | \n\n Panel discussion \n< /td>\n | \n 20 m ins \n | \n
\n Opportunities for the integration of diaspora in their host communities \n | \n\n Panel discussion \n | \n\n 20 mins \n | \n
\n Exchange of experienc es \n | \n\n Plenary discussion \n | \n\n 50 mins \n | \n
\n Summary of the conversations< /p>\n | \n\n Closing remarks \n | \n
\n 20 mins \n | \n