The Diaspora Advisory Board serves as a bridge between Africa and the millions of Africans living around the world. This board harnesses the expertise, resources, and networks of diaspora communities to support continental development while maintaining strong cultural and economic ties.
The Diaspora Advisory Board serves as a bridge between Africa and the millions of Africans living around the world. This board harnesses the expertise, resources, and networks of diaspora communities to support continental development while maintaining strong cultural and economic ties.
Chair: Prof. James Asante
Board Chairperson
Academic Leadership & Diaspora Engagement
University professor and community organizer fostering connections between African diaspora and continental development.
Healthcare Investment Lead
Healthcare Investment & Infrastructure
Healthcare executive leading diaspora investment in African medical infrastructure and training programs.
Technology Transfer Coordinator
Technology Innovation & Knowledge Transfer
Tech entrepreneur facilitating knowledge and technology transfer between diaspora professionals and African startups.
Cultural Exchange Director
Cultural Heritage & Exchange Programs
Cultural anthropologist and program director organizing cultural exchange and heritage preservation initiatives.
Investment & Finance Advisor
Diaspora Investment & Remittances
Investment banker developing platforms to channel diaspora investments and remittances into African development projects.
Trade & Commerce Representative
International Trade & Business Development
Trade consultant building business bridges between African markets and diaspora entrepreneurs in the Gulf region.
Education Exchange Coordinator
Academic Partnerships & Student Exchange
University administrator coordinating student exchange programs and academic partnerships between Africa and Australian institutions.
Arts & Media Representative
Creative Industries & Media
Film producer and cultural entrepreneur promoting African arts and culture in Latin American diaspora communities.
Legal Affairs Advisor
Diaspora Rights & Legal Services
International lawyer advocating for diaspora rights and providing legal guidance on African investment and citizenship matters.
Asia-Africa Relations Lead
Asia-Africa Partnerships & Cooperation
Diplomat and development specialist strengthening ties between African diaspora in Asia and continental development initiatives.
Key areas where this council provides expertise and guidance
Facilitating financial flows and investments from diaspora communities to support development projects and economic growth across Africa.
Connecting diaspora professionals with African institutions to share expertise, skills, and technological innovations for continental advancement.
Maintaining and celebrating African cultural identity in diaspora communities while strengthening cultural ties with the motherland.
Creating opportunities for academic collaboration, student exchanges, and educational partnerships between Africa and diaspora institutions.
Leveraging diaspora networks to expand trade relationships, market access, and business opportunities between Africa and global markets.
Mobilizing diaspora voices to advocate for African interests and strengthen diplomatic relationships on the international stage.
Notable accomplishments and initiatives led by this council
Launched innovative digital platform facilitating $2B in diaspora investments in African development projects, connecting global Africans with continental opportunities.
Established professional exchange program connecting 1,000+ diaspora experts with African institutions, facilitating knowledge transfer and capacity building.
Created global network preserving and promoting African cultural heritage in diaspora communities, strengthening cultural ties across continents.
Reduced remittance costs by 40% through digital platforms, enabling diaspora to send more resources home and support family development.
Launched $200M fund supporting diaspora entrepreneurs investing in Africa, creating jobs and economic opportunities across member states.
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