The Potential Role of the Diaspora in the Development of Suriname
Summary
Context
The Surinamese diaspora engagement has the potential to provide a solution for some of Suriname’s immediate needs for skills, expertise and investment funding.
This research takes the first steps by mapping the diaspora and documenting factors influencing engagement and support levels.
The research tools used are a survey, interviews, a focus group discussion, and a literature review.
Summary of findings
The diaspora has a diverse array of skills and expertise, and are willing to utilize for Suriname’s benefit.
The majority of the diaspora has engaged in sending remittances, both financial and non-financial.
The largest group of the diaspora has no engagement with official diaspora organizations.
There is a distrust between the diaspora, the Surinamese people and government. The diaspora has several concerns such as high crime rates, corruption, lower quality of life, and healthcare.
These concerns prevent the diaspora from returning to, advocating for or investing funds in Suriname.
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