FOTD Location
Travelling to Puerto Rico
Traveling to San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU – Airport Code)
Puerto Rico is part of the United States of America so no passport is required for US residents, international travelers (non-U.S. residents) must carry a valid passport and may require a U.S. visa depending on their country of origin—please check visa requirements early. All travelers should confirm flight and lodging arrangements well in advance, as Festival dates coincide with peak tourism season. San Juan uses U.S. Dollars and follows Atlantic Standard Time (AST). English and Spanish are widely spoken. Please note that hurricane season begins in June, well after the Festival concludes. Please ensure travel insurance includes U.S. territory medical coverage and follow local safety guidelines.
Travel Information
Here you will find the most relevant information to prepare your trip to Puerto Rico
Our Supporters
Each of these organizations is committed to fostering a sense of belonging within their communities; creating an inclusive workplace culture that values and respects all individuals, regardless of their background or identity.
Through our partnership, we hope to continue to cultivate and celebrate our humanity, while creating international unity and impact.
AnaviGroup
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Black Ambition
https://blackambitionprize.com/Black Ambition is working towards closing the opportunity and wealth gap through entrepreneurship. We invest capital and resources in high-growth startups founded by Black, Hispanic and HBCU students and entrepreneurs.
Expectant Advisory
https://expectantadvisory.com/Expectant Advisory, LLC specializes in creating transformative experiences that connect, empower, and inspire leaders worldwide. We excel in organizing impactful international convenings and designing bespoke global delegations and professional exchange programs. With a commitment to fostering environments where all feel a profound sense of belonging, we provide tailored guidance to boards of directors, executive teams, and conference organizers, positioning BELONGING as a forward-thinking alternative to traditional DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) frameworks. Expectant Advisory is driven by the belief that true innovation and collaboration flourish when every participant feels welcomed, valued, and included in the conversation.
Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs
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National Black Empowerment Council
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Greater Medellin Convention and Visitors Bureau
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Medellin todo florece
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Events DC
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Link Strategic Partners
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Casa Innovation
https://casainnovation.org/Conectando emprendedores sociales del futuro. Social impact incubator for underestimated Social Entrepreneurs.
The policy Academies
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Oncilla labs
https://oncillalabs.com/Oncilla Labs is a creative agency that focuses on inclusionary user experiences through intelligent design.
Project On Belonging
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About The Festival Of The Diaspora Organization
Each year, we bring our unwavering belief and unwavering commitment to a new city, ignited a ripple effect of positive impact.
Our Past Festivals:
First FOTD Convening (2022)
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Our Past Festivals:
Second FOTD Convening (2023)
Cartagena, Colombia
Our Past Festivals:
Third FOTD Convening (2024)
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Our Past Festivals:
Fourth FOTD Festival (2025)
Medellín, Colombia
Next Stop Puerto Rico!
The 5th Annual Festival of the Diaspora is heading back to where the movement started in 2022, San Juan, Puerto Rico! Having held festivals in three countries over the last four years, we return to Historic San Juan with a more comprehensive event that now includes a pitch competition, fashion show, exhibition hall, incredible content from the stage and the unveiling of the first FOTD100 list which will honor 100 leaders across the Americas in our closing gala.
Whether you’ve attended before or are a first-time festival-goer, we invite you to register today and experience the joy and diversity of our diasporic community.
- Sheraton Puerto Rico Resort & Casino - San Juan, PR
- March 13th - 15th, 2026
Ticket Promotion
The 5th Annual Festival of the Diaspora in San Juan, Puerto Rico
FOTD2026 Festival Pass
- $1,000.00
- $750.00