IdEA: International Diaspora Engagement Alliance

Announcing the Launch of Diasporta

Diasporta aims to inspire and mobilize global diasporas in an effort to help rebuild communities by supporting infrastructure projects and community programs that engage sports as a platform.

Global Diaspora Forum's Live Stream - Tuesday, 8:45am EDT

The 2013 Global Diaspora Forum (GDF) in Washington, DC officially opened on Monday, May 13th at USAID headquarters and continues today--Tuesday, May 14th--at the U.S. Department of State. Watch the live streamed event here.

The GDF is Coming to a City Near You

Watch the livestream of the Diasporas@Miami happening now! It runs from 8am-2pm EDT on Saturday, May 11.

Business Plan Competition for Latin American Diaspora

The Latin American IdEA Partnership (La Idea) is a business competition platform fostering collaboration between entrepreneurs in the United States and Latin America with the goal of expanding innovative businesses that will generate employment and economic growth throughout the Americas.

Caribbean Idea Marketplace's Winners Announced

The Caribbean Idea Marketplace is a business plan competition that encourages local and diaspora entrepreneurs to forge partnerships around innovative projects that generate employment and economic opportunities in fifteen Caribbean countries.

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Meb Keflezighi, US Olympian Giving Back to Eritrea

International Diaspora Engagement Alliance - May 13, 2013

“Running is part of my life, and I can’t just stop, but I want to find ways to give back to the community both in the U.S. and overseas,” says 2012 Olympic silver marathon medalist Meb Keflezighi.
Call to Action for Latin American Diaspora Entrepreneurship

Susan Amat - May 11, 2013

On May 11, 2013 Venture Hive hosts Diasporas@Miami, highlighting the impact that Latin American diaspora entrepreneurs have on their homelands and internationally.
America’s Largest Diaspora Populations

Susanna Groves - March 13, 2013

Think you know about diaspora populations in the U.S.? The Migration Policy Institute’s Susanna Groves reveals America’s twenty largest populations and finds more than a few surprises.
Secretary Clinton Highlights IdEA’s Achievements in Farewell Address

International Diaspora Engagement Alliance - January 31, 2013

In one of her final speeches as Secretary of State, Hillary Rodham Clinton spoke about IdEA’s work mobilizing America’s vast network of diaspora communities. Read the full transcript of her remarks here.
IdEA in 2013, Where We’ve Been & Where We’re Headed

International Diaspora Engagement Alliance - January 15, 2013

At the beginning of the new year, we reflect on what we have already achieved and look forward to what is ahead for IdEA us in 2013.
Diaspora & NGO Partner to Help Somalia, Interview with Daniel Wordsworth

Susan Elegba - December 17, 2012

Could a country’s global diaspora not be a lost resource? Instead, could it be the greatest asset available for building a humanitarian response? The ARC puts these questions to the test with the Somali diaspora, and the results may surprise you.
Mexican Diaspora Leader Gives Back

International Diaspora Engagement Alliance - December 5, 2012

Clean technology and business development expert Luis Aguirre-Torres tells us what giving back to his native country of Mexico has meant to him.
Remittances Hit $534 Billion in 2012, Setting New Record

Susanna Groves - November 26, 2012

Despite a sluggish economy, a report issued by the World Bank finds that worldwide remittances grew in 2012, with diaspora members from developing countries sending home three times more than official development aid.
Investing in Development

Mimi Alemayehou - November 21, 2012

Why do members of diaspora communities make for such attractive investors? Mimi Alemayehou explains why the African diaspora is becoming an important part of OPIC’s client base.
Best Practices for Diaspora Organizations

Dr. Sebastiana Etzo - November 12, 2012

University of London’s Dr. Sebastiana Etzo shares the results of a survey of 55 European-based African diaspora organizations that identified best practices in diaspora development initiatives.
Should Citizens Living Overseas be Allowed to Vote?

Noreen Bowden - November 2, 2012

An increasing number of nations are saying “yes” to overseas voting, but should they? Noreen Bowden–a dual citizen of the United States and Ireland–makes the case for allowing members of the diaspora to participate in their country of origin’s elections.
Engaging with Arab-Americans on Syria

International Diaspora Engagement Alliance - October 15, 2012

Diasporas play a critical role in supporting their country’s during times of crisis. Read about USAID’s outreach to the Arab diaspora in support of the Syrian people and Administrator Rajiv Shah’s recent visit with leaders from the Arab-American community in southeast Michigan.