PROFESSIONALS WITHOUT BORDERS: DIASPORAS SKILLS FOR LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN SAHELIAN AFRICA

ENEA is partner in FOCSIV’s project, funded by the Italian Ministry of Interior, which provides for actions in Italy, Ivory Coast, Ethiopia and Senegal and is aimed to promote the transfer of diaspora’s skills and know-how, and capacity building to contribute to the development of the respective origin countries. Interventions are made in the agro-economic and renewables sectors, identified as drivers helping to support the local socio-economic structure and enhance the life conditions of local populations. Among the project’s activities an on-line registry of professionals native of Sahelian Africa living in Italy is also provided for.

ENEA Activities:

• Feasibility study and planning of technology transfer interventions in the agronomic and energy fields
• Technical support and training on the technologies object of the identified interventions

Status: In progress