We propose a reflection on the role that the Capeverdean immigrant associations have towards the intensification of transnational practices in the Capeverdean community. We consider that transnationalism as a characteristic per excellence of the contemporary Capeverdean migration creates a change in the goal set by associations which are traditionally involved either by defending the origin of the identity or by social inclusion from the place of destiny.

Comunicação apredentada na XI Annual Conference of Project Metropolis International "Paths & Crossroads: moving people, changing places" 2nd-6th of October 2006 Lisbon, Fundação C. Gulbenkian and Culturgest