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Kusaas Diaspora Union

KUDU

Connecting Kusaas Worldwide for Development and Cultural Preservation

Vision: To unite and empower Kusasis in the diaspora while fostering cultural pride and contributing to the socio-economic development of Kusaug.

Mission: To serve as a central body connecting Kusasi associations worldwide, preserving the culture and traditions of Kusasis, and advocating for the welfare of members and their contributions to their homeland.

Several individuals are gathered in an outdoor setting, with many of them seated on the ground alongside bags and containers of supplies, likely food aid. The people are dressed in cultural attire, and there is a visible stone wall in the background dividing the scene.
Several individuals are gathered in an outdoor setting, with many of them seated on the ground alongside bags and containers of supplies, likely food aid. The people are dressed in cultural attire, and there is a visible stone wall in the background dividing the scene.
Our Mission and Vision
Our Aim and Values

Aim: To strengthen bonds among Kusasis in the diaspora and ensure the continuity of Kusasi traditions, language, and values. We're committed to empowering our members through skills development and knowledge sharing, while also addressing the needs of Kusasis both abroad and back home. Ultimately, we seek to contribute to the socio-economic development of the Kusasi homeland and promote the identity and achievements of Kusasis globally.

Values:

Building Diaspora Connections for Impact

Strengthening cultural identity and community development for Kusaas worldwide through impactful projects.

Cultural Identity Promotion
Four people are wearing traditional Maasai clothing, characterized by bright red and blue checked patterns. They stand close together, with arms linked, suggesting a sense of camaraderie. The background features a savanna landscape with sparse trees and dry grass.
Four people are wearing traditional Maasai clothing, characterized by bright red and blue checked patterns. They stand close together, with arms linked, suggesting a sense of camaraderie. The background features a savanna landscape with sparse trees and dry grass.

Fostering cultural pride and awareness among Kusaas in the diaspora through various initiatives.

A group of people dressed in traditional Maasai attire, featuring red and white checkered patterns, are engaged in a cultural or ceremonial activity. Some individuals are holding sticks, and others are adorned with beadwork. The scene is lively with a backdrop of onlookers.
A group of people dressed in traditional Maasai attire, featuring red and white checkered patterns, are engaged in a cultural or ceremonial activity. Some individuals are holding sticks, and others are adorned with beadwork. The scene is lively with a backdrop of onlookers.
A person wearing traditional Maasai clothing, characterized by a red shuka and beaded accessories, leans against a large tree branch. The background features a rural landscape with sparse vegetation, a few trees, and a group of people sitting in the distance. The sky is slightly overcast, adding a serene yet earthy feel to the scene.
A person wearing traditional Maasai clothing, characterized by a red shuka and beaded accessories, leans against a large tree branch. The background features a rural landscape with sparse vegetation, a few trees, and a group of people sitting in the distance. The sky is slightly overcast, adding a serene yet earthy feel to the scene.
Community Development Projects

Implementing tangible projects that positively impact lives in the Kusaug kingdom and beyond.

Global Networking Opportunities

Connecting Kusaas across the world for collaboration and support.

Gallery

Showcasing our cultural events and impactful community projects.

A group of people adorned in colorful traditional attire, featuring intricate beadwork and patterns. The individuals appear engaged in conversation and smiling, with a woman carrying a child on her back. The background includes sparse trees, suggesting a rural setting.
A group of people adorned in colorful traditional attire, featuring intricate beadwork and patterns. The individuals appear engaged in conversation and smiling, with a woman carrying a child on her back. The background includes sparse trees, suggesting a rural setting.
Four women and a young girl are engaged in daily activities near large red water containers. They are standing on a rocky, dusty ground with makeshift shelters in the background displaying UNHCR logos. The women are dressed in colorful headscarves and patterned dresses. One woman is carrying a box, while another is standing beside the containers.
Four women and a young girl are engaged in daily activities near large red water containers. They are standing on a rocky, dusty ground with makeshift shelters in the background displaying UNHCR logos. The women are dressed in colorful headscarves and patterned dresses. One woman is carrying a box, while another is standing beside the containers.
A person wearing traditional Masai attire adorned with intricate beadwork and accessories. The background features a thatched roof, indicating a rural or cultural setting. The attire is predominantly red with colorful patterns.
A person wearing traditional Masai attire adorned with intricate beadwork and accessories. The background features a thatched roof, indicating a rural or cultural setting. The attire is predominantly red with colorful patterns.
A group of four individuals stands in a rural setting, with grass-covered huts in the background. Three of them hold long sticks, and one person is tending to a small fire that releases smoke. The individuals are wearing colorful, patterned fabrics, and a tree provides shade in the foreground.
A group of four individuals stands in a rural setting, with grass-covered huts in the background. Three of them hold long sticks, and one person is tending to a small fire that releases smoke. The individuals are wearing colorful, patterned fabrics, and a tree provides shade in the foreground.
A group of people, predominantly women, dressed in brightly colored traditional attire are seated in a semi-circle around a green mat. They are holding green bowls and appear to be participating in a communal activity or celebration. Traditional woven baskets and plates filled with grains are placed on the mat. The room is well-lit and decorated with paintings and plants.
A group of people, predominantly women, dressed in brightly colored traditional attire are seated in a semi-circle around a green mat. They are holding green bowls and appear to be participating in a communal activity or celebration. Traditional woven baskets and plates filled with grains are placed on the mat. The room is well-lit and decorated with paintings and plants.
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New York, United States
Email: info@kusaasdiaspora.org