Diaspora Engagement Index for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The Diaspora Country Index (DCI) is an Annual Index Report Ranking African Countries on the Quality of Engagement with their Diasporas for Development Purposes
As the African Continent’s Population Grows from 1.5 Billion to 2.5 Billion People, what are African Countries Doing to Engage their Diaspora Professionals to Support their Development for the SDGs?
Focus Areas
Good Governance
Diasporas often possess deep-rooted knowledge of their home countries’ challenges and opportunities, enabling them to offer valuable insights and their global experiences.
Transparency & Accountability
As many countries develop their resource potential, the diaspora can support transparency efforts. Allowing overseas or outside the country voting is a way to be accountable to your diasporas.
Science & Innovation
Diaspora expertise and networks can solve local challenges by using science and innovation to facilitate knowledge transfer and mentorship.
Sustainability
As Africa’s population grows to 2.5 billion, resilience and sustainability will be key. How are countries engaging their diasporas for sustainability?
Digital Development
Since a digital economy requires a robust digital ecosystem and standards, how are countries embracing their diasporas for technical assistance in cybersecurity and digital development?
Impact
The ability of an African country to engage its diaspora for development purposes—to reduce poverty, eradicate hunger, promote good health and well-being, and build strong accountability and governance institutions – is very important to achieving the SDGs.
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