Linking the Ghanaian Diaspora to the Development of Ghana

The purpose of this project is to contribute to the efforts of the Government of Ghana (GoG) to mobilise its diaspora as a means of enhancing socio-economic development through dialogue and subsequent developmental engagements in Ghana. The proposed project targets Ghanaian diaspora associations in select countries with the highest concentrations of Ghanaian emigrants. Specific interventions include: a) a profiling of Ghanaian diaspora associations in target countries; b) the holding of dialogue fora between the Government of Ghana and the diaspora; c) the establishment of a national Diaspora Support Unit; and d) the creation of a diaspora database and diaspora website. It is envisioned that this project will serve as a platform to facilitate the engagement of the country’s emigrants in Ghana’s sustainable development. The total project budget is USD 199 960.