The recent Ulpiana Forum, convened through the vision of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora of Kosovo, and the Global Diaspora Forum organised by the Global Diaspora Confederation have provided insight into the spectrum of policies and programs pursued by diaspora organisations around the world. Most actions, whether by government-led or community-led diaspora organisations, focus on one or more of four goals for the home country: 1) Economic development; 2) Global engagement; 3) Cultural connections; and 4) Wellbeing of the diaspora.

If we are missing actions to strengthen the ties between expatriate communities and their countries of origin, please let us know ([email protected]).

GOAL	ACTIONS	EXAMPLES
Economic Development	Attract inward investment / return migration	Promotion of business opportunities in the home country; inbound missions
	Address socio-economic challenges at home	Fundraising and philanthropic efforts
Global Engagement	Encourage global work experience	NextGen and Future Leaders programs; mentoring; Talent Return programs
	Maintain connections with “gold collar” workers	Awards and recognition; Summits; Facilitate input on national policy
	Facilitate global business opportunities	Introducing new exporters to peers in overseas markets
Cultural Connections	Maintain cultural ties and identity	Cultural promotion; Language courses; Scholarships; Camps
	Encourage tourism / return visits	Hotel discounts and perks
Wellbeing	Safeguard the interests of citizens abroad	Citizenship visas for next generation; voting rights; access to healthcare; access to pensions
	Provide administrative support	International tax advice, health insurance; discounted advisory services
	Advocate for the rights of migrant workers	Ensure labour standards, remuneration and remittance processes are fair