A networking opportunity for community groups, individuals and organisations based in the West and Northwest engaging with our diaspora.

This networking event, hosted by the Western Development Commission, brings together people involved in diaspora engagement to share recent research, exchange experiences and consider next steps for the region.

What to expect

A short overview of the findings and recommendations from the Western Development Commission’s research on Diaspora Engagement WDC Diaspora Engagement Research Report (https://westerndevelopment.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/WDC-Diaspora-Engagement-Research-Report.pdf)

Opportunities to meet others working in diaspora engagement and share what is working, challenges and lessons learned.

Discussion of how a regional diaspora network could support existing activity.

A chance to help identify practical priorities for collaboration and future support.

Together, we will explore how to build on existing work and strengthen meaningful, lasting connections with the region’s diaspora.

Buffet dinner at 5.30pm following by networking event until 9pm. Please contact aislingmoroney@wdc.ie if you have any specific dietary requirements.

Description supplied by the event organiser.