Kenya attains independence, marking the beginning of the modern post-colonial Kenyan diaspora.
One Community, One Voice, One Future
Key milestones that shaped the modern Kenyan diaspora and the creation of an inclusive platform for Kenyans in the United States.
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1963
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2003
The African Union recognizes the African Diaspora as Africa's Sixth Region.
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2014
Kenya adopts its first Diaspora Policy to mainstream diaspora participation in national development.
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2022
Kenya establishes the State Department for Diaspora Affairs.
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2024
Kenya reviews and strengthens the Diaspora Policy to respond to the evolving needs of its global citizens.
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Today
LMD USA builds an inclusive, transparent, and accountable platform where every Kenyan in the diaspora has a seat at the table.