Consultative Councils and Diaspora Associations

Uruguay has encouraged participatory and inclusive dialogue with citizens living abroad, formally/legally recognising the diaspora’s representative bodies, and establishing parameters for institutional engagement. The councils and associations participate in regional meetings tackling matters of interest, such as integration and cultural activities, community outreach, access to public services and various events. Their scope is to consolidate links between overseas communities and Uruguay across sectors, whilst preserving a sense of national identity and culture abroad. In November 2025, the 11th Global Meeting of Advisory Councils and the 6th Meeting of Associations of Uruguayans Abroad took place.