BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ulpiana Forum - ECPv6.8.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ulpianaforum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ulpiana Forum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Tirane BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Tirane:20241209T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Tirane:20241212T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T183821 CREATED:20241111T190734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T203723Z UID:1345-1733769000-1734015600@ulpianaforum.org SUMMARY:Ulpiana Forum 2024 DESCRIPTION:The Ulpiana Forum is an international\, network-driven initiative addressing the rapid change\, mobility\, and volatility that characterize our time. These shifts bring both challenges and opportunities\, reshaping economies\, societies\, and political landscapes worldwide. \nDiaspora communities are among the most resilient and adaptable in this dynamic context\, a reality increasingly acknowledged by policymakers and stakeholders. A recent report by the EU Global Diaspora Facility\, which surveyed 110 countries\, identified 439 active diaspora institutions globally\, underscoring the importance of diaspora engagement. \nLed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora of the Republic of Kosova\, the Ulpiana Forum draws on the diplomatic and developmental capabilities of states and their partners to strengthen diaspora engagement. This forum serves as a multi-stakeholder platform that promotes dialogue on diaspora impact and strategically enhances partnerships in this essential field. \nThese partnerships provide a strong foundation for states to connect with diaspora communities more intentionally\, advancing contributions that address contemporary challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities in today’s rapidly changing world. URL:https://ulpianaforum.org/event/ulpiana-forum-2024/ LOCATION:Prishtina\, Kosova ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ulpianaforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/16.11.2023-ZKM-1-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241127 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102 DTSTAMP:20260420T183821 CREATED:20241111T161127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T161234Z UID:1278-1732665600-1735775999@ulpianaforum.org SUMMARY:Diaspora Diplomacy School 2025 DESCRIPTION:Opening ceremony of the first edition of the School for Diaspora Diplomacy\, organized by the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora. \nThis school is a thank you to our diaspora in many ways for allowing us as a country to step into a leadership role in convening and curating new knowledge and partnerships on diaspora engagement. It is exciting to hear that you will be learning more from our diaspora through this school during the Diaspora Power Talks. You will see how they are leading Kosova into new worlds of opportunity and for that\, we thank them very much. \nAt a time of uncertainty and of unparalleled geopolitical changes and challenges\, we look forward to breaking new ground and creating more positive change through an inspiring community. URL:https://ulpianaforum.org/event/diaspora-diplomacy-school/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ulpianaforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Diaspora-Diplomacy-School.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240412T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240415T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T183821 CREATED:20241118T094526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T094526Z UID:1929-1712908800-1713200400@ulpianaforum.org SUMMARY:Diaspora Diplomacy School 2024 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ulpianaforum.org/event/diaspora-diplomacy-school-2024/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ulpianaforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/ALL_0337-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231119 DTSTAMP:20260420T183821 CREATED:20241111T194721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T113923Z UID:1350-1700092800-1700351999@ulpianaforum.org SUMMARY:Ulpiana Forum 2023 DESCRIPTION:Ulpiana Forum 2023 stood as a unique platform for fostering dialogue and collaboration on some of the most pressing global challenges. By bringing together diverse voices and perspectives\, the forum aimed to bridge gaps across sectors and geographies\, promoting innovative approaches to diplomacy\, diaspora engagement\, and sustainable development. The event was designed to spark meaningful conversations\, inspire actionable solutions\, and drive impactful change.  \nSpeakers at the Ulpiana Forum 2023 included globally recognized leaders and experts in the subjects discussed at the event. The lineup featured both established and emerging opinion-makers from diverse sectors such as academia\, civil society\, development\, industry\, and policymaking\, among others. \nThe Ulpiana Forum aimed to be more than just a platform for dialogue—it was a forum of action and impact. Speakers and contributors were challenged to share not only their insights and visions for the future but also actionable strategies and impactful solutions. This approach supported participants in shaping their own diplomatic\, diaspora\, and developmental engagements\, ensuring that the forum served as a catalyst for tangible progress. \nSpeakers:\n \n \n \n\n \n Dora Badu Acheampong \n \n Corporate Affairs and Communications National Identification Authority\n \n \n \n\n \n Peter Kwok \n \n Chair\, Global Diaspora Confederation\n \n \n \n\n \n Ermina Lekaj \n \n Member of Parliament\, Croatia\n \n \n \n\n \n Larisa Lara \n \n Global Diaspora Expert\, IOM\n \nSpeakers:Albin Kurti\, Prime MinisterDonika Gërvalla\, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora – Republic of KosovaLiza Gashi\, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora – Republic of KosovaShahriar Feroze\, Editorial Chief\, The Daily ObserverAlmaz Negash\, Founder & CEO\, African Diaspora NetworkEkanath Khatiwada\, Coordinator\, Non-Resident Nepali AssociationBujar Osmani\, Minister of Foreign Affairs\, North MacedoniaArtemis Malo\, Deputy Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs\, Republic of AlbaniaKingsley Aikins\, CEO\, The Networking InstituteRaj Kishor Yadav\, Chairperson of the International Relations and Tourism Committee\, Nepal ParliamentMartin Russell\, Founder\, Global Diaspora InsightCalvin St Juste\, Special Envoy\, Investment of the Prime Minister of the Federation of St. Kitts & NevisErmina Prlaskaj\, Member of ParliamentStefano Stolfi\, San Marino Communities Abroad\, San MarinoDora Badu Acheampong\, Corporate Affairs and Communications\, National Identification AuthorityElian Carsenat\, Founder\, NamsorKushtrim Xhakli\, Entrepreneur\, FinlandFridah Ntarangwi-Kimathi\, Director\, Zidi CirclePeter Kwok\, Chair\, Global Diaspora ConfederationLarisa Lara\, Global Diaspora Expert\, IOM HQJehona Gjurgjeala\, Founder and Executive Director\, TOKAEgzon Gashi\, Director\, Teach for KosEiman Kheir\, Public Policy Manager/Diaspora Engagement\, METAJason Gagnon\, Senior Economist – Migration and Skills\, OECDAnila Smorgrav\, Member\, Coordination Council of Albanian Diaspora FranceLefteris Papapgiannakis\, Director\, Greek Council for RefugeesIndira Kartallozi\, Director\, Kaleidoscope Futures LabAlbesa Aliu\, Community Connector\, CanadaEkanath Khatiwada\, Coordinator\, Non-Resident Nepali AssociationJohanna Pitman – CEO\, Advance AustraliaFlorian Krins – Head of Diaspora Cooperation Component\, MEG ProgramPaul Asquith – Research and Advocacy Director\, ShabakaShkendije Himaj – Diversified Finance Lead\, USAID Investment Promotion and Access to Finance ActivityTaulant Hoxha – Executive Director\, KCSFAnna Rostocka – Chief of Mission\, IOMLirim Krasniqi – Co-Director\, GERMINEinstein Kofi Gyakari Baah Ntim – Diaspora Engagement & Innovation\, Office of the President of GhanaSonia Plaza – Senior Economist\, World Bank OrganisationDániel Gazsó – Research Fellow\, Research Institute for Hungarian Communities AbroadJen Dickinson – Lecturer\, University of SouthamptonSunil KC – Founder\, Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs (AIDIA)Deepali Fernandes – Lead Consultant\, UN Capital Development FundAlexander Albertine – Career member of the United States Foreign ServiceSara Çela – Senior Specialist of Free Economic Zones\, Foreign Investments\, and Diaspora\, Municipality of TiranaSytrime Dervisholli – International Trade ExpertShahriar Feroze – Editorial Chief\, The Daily ObserverErblin Hoxha – Policy Advisor\, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora\, Republic of Kosova \nGallery URL:https://ulpianaforum.org/event/ulpiana-forum-2023/ LOCATION:Prishtina\, Kosova ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ulpianaforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/16.11.2023-ZKM-7.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR