Cultivating the connection between Portugal and the Diaspora

Promoting Portuguese culture and
relations with people of Portuguese descent.

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A group of students from ISCSP visited Casa Ermelinda Freitas in Palmela as part of the FAP programme

08/05/2026

A visit to the Vilar Formoso Museum Complex marks the final module of the “Portugal Through the Eyes of the Young Diaspora” programme

06/05/2026

António Pargana honoured as “Entrepreneur of the Diaspora” at the Portugal Global Nation Forum

30/04/2026

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Diogo Feio explains how the Pargana Foundation aims to strengthen the ties between people of Portuguese descent and Portugal

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António Pargana named “Diaspora Entrepreneur” at the Portugal Global Nation Forum

The António Pargana Foundation aims to contribute to strengthening ties between Portugal and the Diaspora.

Established in October 2023, the António Pargana Foundation aims to contribute to strengthening ties between Portugal and the Diaspora, in particular with the student universe with hereditary or emotional ties to the country.

The main goal of APF´s activities is to strengthen the connection between Portugal and the Diaspora through greater mutual knowledge.

Areas of Intervention Strategies

THE FOUNDATION'S AREAS OF ACTION

Education and Academic Training

Collaboration with higher education institutions, support for educational programs, training, and research on Portuguese culture and its relationship with the diaspora.

Cultural Promotion and Dissemination of Portuguese Identity

Organization and participation in conferences and other events aimed at promoting Portuguese culture, history, and language.

Support and Funding for Projects

Support for universities and other institutions that develop projects aimed at promoting and raising awareness of Portugal among students and other audiences.

Institutional and International Collaboration

Partnerships with national and international entities, including Portuguese communities abroad and public and private institutions, to strengthen ties between the diaspora and Portugal.

Our programmes

Learn about the framework and mechanisms supporting participation in the António Pargana Foundation’s programmes.

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Academic Partners and Institutional Relations