Our Programs
Professional Mobility Programs
DIANA ry's activities are structured into various Professional Mobility Programs, both virtual and in-person, designed to connect diaspora expertise with African institutions.
We take pride in assisting African universities by selecting and placing Fellows from the diaspora to address their specific expertise needs. Our management team comprises highly qualified experts, including PhDs and Masters in Higher Education Management, with extensive networks across Europe, the United States, and other parts of the world.
Programs
Our Complete Programs
General Diaspora Programme
Targeting excellent academics and scientists of African descent all over the world to support teaching or research in any African university or research centre.
Europe-Africa Professional Mobility Programme
Targeting excellent academics and scientists of African descent in Europe to support teaching or research in any African university or research centre.
Country Specific Diaspora Mobility Programme
Responding to specific requests from development cooperation country partners to address the role of their academic diaspora in Africa (e.g., Finland-Africa, Belgium-Africa).
Homecoming Programme
For excellent academics and scientists of African descent wishing to contribute in their home African countries.
Africa-Europe Returning Scholar Programme
For Alumni of European Universities resident in Africa who wishes to take part in the scientific activities of their alma mater or any other European Universities.
European Talent to Africa Programme
For European talented people with rare and important skills for Africa's development.
African Women Mobility Programme
Dedicated program to support and promote African women academics and researchers in mobility programs.
STEM Professional Programmes
Specialized programs focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics professionals.
Duration
Program Duration Options
The duration of Professional Mobility programmes is determined by the different components and subject to discussions with key funders.
3-6 months
Full Fellowship
Full virtual or contact Fellowship Programmes (maximum two semesters)
1 week - 1 month
Short-Term
Short (full-time) virtual and/or contact teaching and research support
1 week
Short Courses
Short courses and capacity-building programmes
Daily
Seminars & Conferences
Daily seminars and conferences on key teaching and research areas
Ongoing
Lifelong Learning
Lifelong learning and Open university teaching
Our Commitment
Fostering Collaboration
At DIANA ry, we are committed to fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange between Africa and its intellectual diaspora worldwide. Together, we aim to drive positive change and empower African institutions for a brighter future.