The Congolese Diaspora Impact Summit

The Congolese Diaspora Impact Summit is a biennial event that was launched in 2019. Its mission is to identify practical steps the Congolese diaspora can take to maximize its capital, human and financial, and make an impact in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

The Summit brings together Congolese professionals, entrepreneurs and individuals interested in the DRC, to network and learn from leaders who are making an impact in the country.

Defining Impact

    • Amplify the voices of experts of Congolese descent
    • Increase the social, economic, and political capital of Congolese-Americans and the Congolese community at large
    • Increase access to business & investment opportunities in the DRC and in America

Outcomes

    • Facilitating extensive networking among the Congolese diaspora and individuals interested in the DRC
    • Identifying opportunities for conference attendees to collaborate with Congolese entrepreneurs, change-makers, educators, and professionals on the ground 
    • Drive a socioeconomic impact in the DRC and among diaspora communities

Click below for summaries of previous editions of the Congolese Diaspora Impact Summit: