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Diaspora refers to the dispersion of any people from their original homeland. While the term originally applied to the Jewish people exiled from their ancestral land, it has since broadened to encompass any group of people living away from their country of origin, often due to conflict, persecution, or economic reasons. These communities maintain a collective identity and connection to their homeland, often through shared cultural practices, language, and religious beliefs.

The concept of diaspora emphasizes both the experience of displacement and the subsequent formation of new communities in different parts of the world. These diasporic communities can be found globally, with significant examples including the African diaspora, the Armenian diaspora, and the Irish diaspora. The influence of diaspora communities can be significant, impacting both their host countries through cultural contributions and their homelands through remittances and political advocacy. The maintaining of cultural heritage and a sense of belonging across geographical boundaries are central to the diaspora experience. The term often implies a voluntary or involuntary movement, and the ongoing relationship between the dispersed group and their place of origin.