Scottish Government

ISSN 0950 2254
ISBN 978 0 7559 7593 8 (Web only publication)

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CONTENTS

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. THE RATIONALE FOR DIASPORA ENGAGEMENT
Introduction
Why Engage with the Scottish Diaspora?
Identifying Diaspora Groups
Diaspora Groups (1): Links to Scotland
Diaspora Groups (2): Engagement Roles
Diaspora Groups (3): Connection to Scotland
Movement Between Diaspora Groups
Engaging with Diaspora Groups
What is the role of the Scottish Government in Diaspora engagement?

2. A FRAMEWORK FOR DIASPORA ENGAGEMENT
Developing the Framework
Benefits of Diaspora Engagement
Challenges of Diaspora Engagement
Expanding the Framework

3. ENGAGING WITH THE SCOTTISH DIASPORA
Applying the Framework
Diaspora Engagement Strategies
Current Scottish Government Diaspora Engagement Policies
Areas for Further Research
Monitoring & Evaluation
Conclusion

REFERENCES

APPENDIX ONE: INDEX OF TABLES & FIGURES

APPENDIX TWO: DIASPORA SUBGROUPS

APPENDIX THREE: APPLYING THE DIASPORA ENGAGEMENT FRAMEWORK

The views expressed in this report are those of the researcher and
do not necessarily represent those of the Department or Scottish Ministers.