Nepal

On behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), the GIZ programme "Shaping devolopment-oriented migration" (MEG) assists members of the diaspora in their efforts to promote sustainable development in their countries of origin. MEG supports diaspora experts, organisations, and entrepreneurs across 14 partner countries. Read on to discover more about the impactful engagement of diaspora members from Nepal.

Diaspora Experts

The term "diaspora expert" refers to qualified individuals with a migration background who currently live and work in Germany, but wish to support their country of origin by volunteering at a local organisation for a short period. We currently support diaspora experts who wish to take up assignments in the following countries: Albania, Cameroon, Colombia, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Georgia, Ghana, India, Kosovo, Nepal, Serbia, Tunisia, Ukraine, and Viet Nam.

High Quality Oral Care in Remote Nepal

An assignment as a short-term diaspora expert took Tulasha Schmidt to a remote area in Nepal where she provided essential training on dental care and treated residents with various oral health conditions.

Diaspora Organisations

Diaspora organisations implement development-oriented projects together with local partners to improve living conditions, drive innovation and foster knowledge exchange between their old and new homes. We support these projects by offering expert advice on how to transform project ideas into impactful initiatives and by providing financial support. We currently support diaspora organisations that are active or seeking to become active in the following countries: Albania, Cameroon, Colombia, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Georgia, Ghana, India, Kosovo, Nepal, Serbia, Tunisia, Ukraine, and Viet Nam.

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Diaspora Networks

In our increasingly interconnected world, the importance of networking cannot be overstated. We support the establishment of diaspora networks within Germany, and between Germany and select partner countries. We also organise a wide range of diaspora events across different levels.

„Nepali Professionals' Summit“

In spring 2024, the Embassy of Nepal in Germany hosted the "Nepali Professionals' Summit" in Berlin together with the GIZ programme “Shaping development-oriented migration” (MEG).

Celebrating the South Asian Diaspora in Germany

In July 2024, we were able to offer members of the diaspora from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India and Nepal a platform for dialogue and networking.

Unlocking Insights on Global Migration: New Resources Released!

Two new resources to support state and civil society actors in global migration processes have been launched. The brochure “Unpacking the GCM” and the booklet “Navigating Global Migration Processes” provide practical guidance and key insights for effective involvement and advocacy.

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Kick-off for 14 new projects of Diaspora Organisations

From 21st to 23rd March 2025, the new cohort of 14 diaspora organisations supported by the GIZ programme "Shaping development-oriented migration" (MEG) met in Frankfurt to kick off their projects.

Asia-Pacific Reviews Global Compact on Migration: Strengthening Policy, Protection, and Diaspora Engagement

Ahead of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM) Regional Review for Latin America and the Caribbean Region from 19th to 20th March, we look back at the highlights of the GCM Regional Review for Asia that took place in Bangkok last month.

Apply as a Diaspora Expert

Would you like to pass on your knowledge and skills through a short-term development-oriented assignment in your country of origin? Then apply as a diaspora expert!