The “Mapping of Ethiopian Diasporas Residing in the United States of America” project was conducted between February 1, 2018 and September 30, 2018. The Government of Ethiopia has now recognized more than ever the need for a structured mechanism on profiling and engaging members of the diaspora. It is estimated that more than two and a half million Ethiopian diaspora members are residing in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Australia and within Africa. As an initial step, the Government of Ethiopia has prioritized mapping the Ethiopian diaspora and accordingly requested IOM to provide technical support in formulating and conducting extensive mapping studies. As one component of the Government of Ethiopia’s diaspora engagement policy, IOM, in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other stakeholders in and out of Ethiopia have requested a study of the Ethiopian Diaspora in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, District of Columbia (D.C.), where significant concentrations of Ethiopians reside. This study focused on a mapping of the Ethiopian diaspora members and diaspora organizations in these three geographic areas to capture the potential and willingness of the diaspora to contribute to the development of Ethiopia. Additionally, using an online survey this study captured the views of the larger population of Ethiopian diaspora members residing in the United States of America. It should be noted that this project was conducted prior to announcements from the Prime Minister on diaspora engagement