In recent months, I have been reflecting on the book “Humor, Seriously: Why Humor is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life” by Aaker and Bagdonas. Its exploration of organizational psychology and management feels especially relevant to diaspora engagement, and I wanted to share some thoughts on how humor connects to this field.

Sal, 13 September – In a call for bold and collaborative action, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), together with the Government of Cabo Verde, has successfully launched the Global Diaspora Policy Alliance (GDPA). This new initiative, launched during the International Conference on the Future Agenda of Action for Global Diaspora Engagement, is poised to leverage the…

Author: Larisa Lara

Geneva – The Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF), the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the French Chair of the Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD) announced the winners of the Migrants4Climate (M4C) Award today, during The Global Forum on Migration and Development (GFMD), Friends of The Forum meeting in Geneva.  

Geneva – The International Organization for Migration (IOM), the Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF) and the Global Forum on Migration and Development today launched the call for nominations for the Migrant4Climate (M4C) Award 2023 showcasing the con

Diasporas are important development actors. But how exactly to they engage with their communities?   Learn more about how transnational migrants impact development in our new video series. In this short video series, academics, diaspora members and practitioners present their views on the relevance of engaging with diasporas and their impact on development.  

The world’s first Global Diaspora Week for all Diaspora Organizations Global Diaspora Week is a week (12-18 December 2021) of global activities for Diaspora Organizations (DO) in the world to advocate, discuss, debate, and make recommendations on subjects pertaining to diasporas and their supporting communities. It is organized by Global Diaspora Confederation and supported by IOM.

Melissa Vida et Bree’ya Brown   Image : Œuvre de Xiomara Garay sur Instagram. Avec la permission de l’artiste.

Upasana Khadka Photographie : Des Népalais bloqués aux Émirats arabes unis racontent leur histoire en direct sur Facebook après un manque de soutien de la part des autorités. Source : Kalim Miya.  

Ali Ahmad Safi Photo : L'équipe du Comité médical Afghanistan-Pays-Bas. Source : MCAN.