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That Second-Gen Life with Semhar

Discover your diaspora superpower and how to navigate that in-between life with Semhar.

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Building in Two Places At Once: Diasporas and the 2026 World Cup

Recent World Cup coverage reflects a growing recognition of the diaspora as a sports demographic, but what can we learn about their role and relationship beyond the game and at the table?

Rest in Peace, Rev. Jesse Jackson and Thank You for Listening

A random encounter I had with Rev. Jesse Jackson in the 1980s ended up shaping the trajectory of my life and my mission. Rest in Peace, Rev. Jackson, and thank you for listening and fighting for us.

#23: What I Saw In My Minnesota: It's Still Intense & Not Over

I just spent a month in Minnesota, being in community and experiencing my own journey of navigating the unknown, and now know what we all must be doing to protect immigrants in Minnesotans.

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#22: Why Diasporas (And Everyone Else) Need To Know and Understand Their Rights

In a time of rising uncertainty, knowing your rights is the most powerful way to protect yourself, your family, and the legacy of those who journeyed to get you here.

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#21: Setting Your Diaspora Intentions for 2026

Explore Semhar's personal planning framework to go beyond typical resolution or goal setting for the new year. Start your 2026 with grounding, radical honesty and accountability to help you through.

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#20: This Diaspora Mindset Move That Helps You Keep Going in Hard Seasons

Semhar shares practical diaspora skills and strategies you can use to shift your mindset when challenges arise.

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#19 Why Eritreans in Tech Summit Was a Success

I recently attended the Eritreans in Tech Summit and walked away with some real inspiration, feedback and guidance for future diaspora events.

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#18: How the Diaspora Leadership Program Changes Your Life - a Look at Week One

After a whirlwind September, I sat down to record another podcast episode of That Second Gen Life with Semhar and I would love for you to tune in.

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#17: 3 Questions to Ask to Create the Spaces You Wish Existed

A conversation on leadership, empathy, and creating opportunities where they are missing.

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#16: Yes, Living in the Diaspora Is a Personal Journey

From cultural pressure to community judgment, Semhar explores what it really means to pursue your path as a diaspora changemaker, as an individual and in community.

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