Case Studies

DCI’s case studies examine how countries engage their diasporas in development. We explore participation, institutional arrangements, and practical lessons for strengthening diaspora readiness.

Our Focused Case Study Categories:

Development Finance & Infrastructure

Climate Action & Resilience

Technology Transfer & Industrial Development

Featured Case Study

Ethiopia’s GERD: Lessons for Diaspora Participation in Infrastructure Finance

Explore how Ethiopian diaspora communities supported the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam through financing and other forms of engagement. This case study examines documented participation, regulatory challenges, and lessons for countries preparing for diaspora investment.