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UNIEC Diaspora Mobilization

UNITED IGBO ELDERS CONGRESS (UNIEC)

Mobilizing the Strength of Ndigbo in the Diaspora  

BACKGROUND OF THE ORGANIZATION

The United Igbo Elders Congress (UNIEC) is a noble assembly of distinguished Igbo elders and patriots drawn from across the world.

The organization is duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) under RC No. 8583834, and guided by principles of integrity, unity, wisdom, and moral reawakening within the Igbo nation and beyond

A CALL TO IGBO ELDERS, PROFESSIONALS, AND STAKEHOLDERS ABROAD

To our brothers and sisters across North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Oceania:

The story of Ndigbo is no longer confined to the geographical borders of Nigeria. Today, millions of Igbo sons and daughters are spread across the world—excelling in medicine, engineering, academia, business, technology, law, diplomacy, faith institutions, and public service.

Yet, despite our remarkable global achievements, the collective voice and strategic influence of Ndigbo require stronger organization, coordination, and engagement.

This is why United Igbo Elders Congress Worldwide (UNIEC) invites you to become active participants in PROJECT REPOSITION NDIGBO.

THE ROLE OF THE DIASPORA IN PROJECT REPOSITION NDIGBO

The Igbo Diaspora is not merely an observer—it is a strategic pillar in the future of Ndigbo.

Diaspora chapters are expected to support Project Reposition Ndigbo through3

Strategic Advocacy – Engaging policymakers, diplomatic communities, research institutions, and international platforms on issues affecting Ndigbo and Nigeria

Knowledge & Policy Exchange – Providing professional expertise, global best practices, and developmental ideas

Media Engagement – Helping shape balanced narratives about Ndigbo through international media and digital influence

Investment & Development Support – Encouraging responsible investments and community development initiatives in Igboland

Youth Mentorship – Supporting younger generations of Ndigbo through mentoring, leadership development, and cultural continuity

Chapter-Based Mobilization – Organizing local meetings, conferences, cultural engagements, and outreach programs


A SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITY OF DIASPORA ELDERS

Many respected Igbo elders and accomplished professionals abroad care deeply about the future of Ndigbo but remain disconnected from structured engagement.


They are among us:

In our churches and fellowships

In our cultural associations

In our professional networks

In our business communities

In our social circles and families


As members of the Diaspora, we must intentionally:

> Identify them. Engage them. Introduce them. Mobilize them.

No concerned Igbo elder should remain uninvolved simply because nobody invited them into purposeful action.

WHY JOIN A DIASPORA CHAPTER?

By joining a UNIEC Diaspora Chapter, you become part of a coordinated global network committed to:

Advancing the collective interests of Ndigbo

Advancing "Aku Lue Uno" Think-Home Philosophy 

Building constructive bridges between Ndigbo and the global community

Supporting advocacy for justice, equity, and national inclusion

Contributing ideas, influence, and expertise toward sustainable development

Strengthening Igbo unity beyond borders


OUR WATCHWORD

Global Influence. United Voice. Collective Responsibility.


CALL TO ACTION FOR DIASPORA CHAPTERS

The future of Ndigbo requires participation—not observation.

Let every Diaspora chapter commit to:

> One Elder, One Invitation, One Commitment at a Time.

Together, we can build a stronger, more respected, and strategically positioned Igbo nation within a united Nigeria.

UNITED IGBO ELDERS CONGRESS (UNIEC)

Diaspora Chapters – Repositioning Ndigbo Through Global Engagement

CONTACT US:

igboelderscongress@gmail.com 

+234 803 490 9121; +234 803 830 812; +234 806 568 3466

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