Summit Agenda

Three days of meaningful dialogue, networking, and collaboration

Day 1

Official Launch of the Federation

November 28, 2025

Theme: Unity, Identity, and a Shared Vision

08:00 - 09:00
Registration

Registration, Networking & Breakfast

Check-in and networking with fellow delegates

09:00 - 09:15
Ceremony

Opening Prayer & National Anthems

Liberia & Host Country anthems and prayers

09:15 - 09:30
Opening

Welcome Address

By Central Organizing Committee Chairperson

09:30 - 09:45
Ceremony

Recognition of Guests

By Central Organizing Committee Member

09:45 - 09:55
Performance

Spoken Words

By …………….

09:55 - 10:15
Statement

Special Statement from the Acting Chairman

Mr. Emmanuel Patrick

10:15 - 10:50
Keynote

Keynote Address: The Power of Diaspora Unity

By …………….

10:50 - 11:00
Performance

Poem

By …………….

11:00 - 11:30
Launch

Official Launch of FOLICEA

Launch ceremony of the Federation

11:30 - 12:00
Performance

Cultural Performance

Traditional cultural entertainment

12:00 - 12:30
Presentation

Presentation of FOLICEA Constitution & Structure

Federation constitution and organizational structure

12:30 - 13:30
Lunch

Lunch & Cultural Showcase

Liberian cuisine and entertainment

13:30 - 15:30
Panel

Pitch Competition

Business Pitch: Clean Monrovia, Green Future – Resolving the Waste Management Crisis

15:30 - 15:45
Performance

Cultural Performance

Traditional cultural entertainment

15:45 - 16:40
Workshop

Breakout Discussions by Country Clusters

Group discussions organized by country representation

16:40 - 17:15
Closing

Remarks

By …………….

17:15 - 17:30
Closing

Closing Remarks

By …………….

17:30 - 18:00
Closing

Group Photos

What's Included

Your comprehensive summit package includes everything you need for a successful experience

Summit Package

All meals (breakfast and lunch for 4 days)

4 nights’ accommodation (shared room)

Branded Summit materials (notebook, pen, tag)

Official summit T-shirt

Access to all sessions and workshops

Networking opportunities and social events

Official Invitation

Access to the pitch competition

Tour of Kampala historical sites

Important Notes

Please arrive 30 minutes before each session

Business casual attire recommended for all sessions

Bring business cards for networking opportunities

All sessions will be conducted in English

Photography and recording permitted for personal use

WiFi available throughout the venue

Everything You Need to Know About the Summit Location

Venue details and important information for all participants

Venue Information

Kampala Serena Hotel

Kintu Road, Kampala, Uganda

Date & Time

November 28 - 30, 2025

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Daily

Capacity

500+ Participants

Multiple Conference Rooms

Expected Outcomes

Formal launch and operationalization of FOLICEA.

Election and inauguration of a representative leadership body.

Enhanced economic empowerment through business and tech engagement.

Strengthened inter-community and regional collaboration.

Adoption of a strategic development plan for FOLICEA.

Participants

A diverse gathering of stakeholders committed to diaspora development

Liberians in East Africa

Liberians residing across East Africa, representing diverse communities and backgrounds.

Government Representatives

Representatives of the Liberian Government, National Leaders, and the Diaspora Affairs Office.

Diaspora Organizations

Including IMO and Civil Society Groups working for diaspora development.

East African Representatives

East African Government Representatives and regional stakeholders.

Business Leaders

Business Leaders, Investors, and Development Partners from across the region.

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