The Future Begins with Return

Dear visitor,

Croatia exists both here at home and in all our people across the world. This dual presence makes our nation exceptionally strong. In this connection lies the greatest strength of the Croatian people. Our Association was founded with a simple idea, to gather this strength, to connect it and transform it into real opportunities for the demographic, economic and social development of Croatia.

Marshall Plan Croatia – Future with the Diaspora is a non-profit and transparent organisation. Our work is based on responsibility, credibility and a clear commitment to bringing together people who wish to contribute to the wellbeing of our country. We are aware that public trust in associations is often weakened, which is why it is especially important for us to ensure that our work remains open, accountable and professional. We want to show that a different approach is possible, one that combines knowledge, experience and sincere intention to build something lasting.

We believe that the future of Croatia is inseparable from its diaspora. Within it lies a vast reservoir of knowledge, entrepreneurship and innovation that can become the foundation of a new development strategy. Our goal is to build bridges, encourage dialogue and create a platform that connects the homeland and the diaspora in a modern, professional and credible way.

Through our initiatives we aim to encourage returnees to participate actively in the economic and social life of Croatia and to create space for cooperation that brings new jobs and renewed optimism, especially in rural and demographically weakened regions. We focus on information forums, expert discussions and transparent initiatives that strengthen trust between the homeland and its diaspora. As an organisation that brings together experts from various fields, we design projects and programmes and, in cooperation with the institutions of the Republic of Croatia, develop models of joint action that can contribute to shaping a new economic future for our country.

We devote special attention to preserving cultural identity and the values that unite the Croatian people. Our work is non-political, non-commercial and not oriented towards privilege. It is rooted in service to the community and in creating long-term solutions.

Our Association brings together people who want to build, not complain. People who believe in Croatia, even if they once had to leave it. People who know that real change begins when expertise, experience and good will come together.

I invite you to join us. Let us be the voice of a new energy that connects the homeland with the world. Let us be the generation that had the courage to reconnect Croatia with its own people.

Welcome to a community that believes Croatia can be built through knowledge, respect and unity. Together, we are creating bridges to the future.

Zdenko Striga
President of the Marshall Plan Croatia – Future with the Diaspora Association
Special Advisor to the Government of the Republic of Croatia for Immigration and Economic Opportunities