Philipp Schwartz Forum Highlights Scientific Diaspora’s Role in Reconstruction and Recovery

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Two sunny days in Berlin ☀️ spent with inspiring members of the hashtag#scientific diaspora and their allies! At the Philipp Schwartz Forum 2026, organised by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, I shared hashtag#EUDiF insights on what makes diaspora engagement in hashtag#reconstruction and hashtag#recovery so unique:❤️ Extends far beyond financial contributions, encompassing strong social and emotional commitment 🤝 Supports both local and distant (“imagined”) communities 🌊 Drives systemic transformation by addressing historical inequalities and root causes of conflict 🌱 Fosters “home-grown” ownership and sustainable solutions ⚖️ Contributes beyond physical reconstruction to democracy, justice, policy, mental health, and collective memory 🧬 Safeguards local values, culture, and traditions rather than replacing themKey takeaways for engaging scientific diaspora: 👉 Engage inclusively – bring to the table not only different ages and geneder groups, but also people from remote, different social and religious backgrounds. 👉 Recognise diaspora as key actors – visibility builds trust and long-term commitment. 👉 Map your diaspora – know who's out there! 👉 Foster cross-sector collaboration and create structural platforms. 👉 Address burnout & trauma. Stronger people lead stronger engagement. Many thanks to Maike Didero for the invitation and excellent organisation, and to fellow speakers for the impactful work they do! Mursal Dawodi Kateryna Latysh Dr. Ayham Abazid Samer Alkarkoukly📌 Learn more:Diaspora & education: https://lnkd.in/eSPwdzXGDiaspora in peacebuilding and recovery: https://lnkd.in/e5KJx5Anhashtag#Recostruction hashtag#Reco

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