The Diasporican Cultural Summit is designed to address the pressing need for gathering spaces that bring together diasporic cultural workers, fostering connections with the next generation of scholars, researchers, and artists. By creating a multidimensional learning environment, the DCS not only facilitates meaningful exchanges between cultural practitioners and emerging academics but also builds bridges to other organizations. This dynamic platform enables participants to share knowledge, develop strategies for collaboration, and strengthen networks, ensuring that cultural work remains vibrant, impactful, and deeply rooted in community engagement.

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Archiving for Cultural Organizations

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM Coffee Break

2:30 PM – 4:15 PM Securing the Bag: Funding Projects & Writing Proposals

4:15 PM – 4:30 PM Coffee Break

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM The Role of Data for Cultural Institutions

6:00 PM – 6:15 PM Raffle and presentation of Zon del Barrio by Boricorridor

6:15 PM – 8:00 PM Diasporican Cultural Summit Closing Reception