We are a nation composed of Lithuanians from all around the world who will forever be united by our national identity and historical memory. 

The Lithuanian diaspora is an integral part of the nation and is renowned for its creative talents that are highly valued in the contemporary civil, political, economic, cultural, and scientific sectors. 

Lithuania has a large diaspora based on several waves of emigration. Some estimate that approximately 1.3 million people of Lithuanian origin live outside of the country’s borders. This number constitutes about a third of the entire Lithuanian nation! Based on our knowledge of the history of the diaspora and the various waves of emigration as well as the size of Lithuanian communities in Australia, Canada, South America, and the United States, it can be assumed that there are even more people of Lithuanian origin in the world.