Maximizing Diaspora Engagement - Building Trust, Mobilizing Resources and Ensuring Sustainability: Insights and Reflections Paper
Agency/Organisers
International Organization for Migration (IOM); GRFDT, CISAN, ADEPT
Languages
English
Year
2021
Cross-Cutting Theme(s)
International Cooperation;
Sustainable Development;
Whole-of-Society Approach
Topic
Diaspora, Migrants’ Associations and Remittances;
Governance
Related Sustainable Development Goals and Global Compact for Migration Objectives
The 2021 Virtual Global Diaspora Exchanges focused on the themes: Building Trust, Mobilizing Resources and Ensuring Sustainability. The exchanges explored the best practices across the regions and unpacked concerns and opportunities in supporting diaspora to reach their full potential. iDIASPORA, GRFDT, CISAN and ADEPT recognize the growing importance of the discourse on empowering the diverse range of diaspora actors in their endeavours to participate in homeland development. This reflection paper outlines the insights and recommendations, as well as key highlights from the global exchanges.