The Temporary Return of Qualified Nationals (TRQN) programme enables the Diaspora of the targeted countries to contribute to the reconstruction and development of countries of origin. The objective of the programme is to contribute to the reduction of poverty and to stimulate economic development by strengthening the institutional capacities of both public and private organisations.
This programme is implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) on behalf of the Netherlands, and covers the following countries: Afghanistan, Armenia, Cape Verde, Georgia, Ghana, Iraq, Morocco, Somalia and South Sudan.
GFMD 2013-2014 - RT 2.2 Background Paper "Facilitating positive development impacts of diaspora engagement in skills transfers, investments and trade between countries of residence and origin"
GFMD 2009 - RT 1.2 Background Paper "Engaging diasporas and migrants in development policies and programs—Their role? Their constraints?"
GFMD 2009 RT 2.2 Background Paper "Reintegration and circular migration—effective for development?"
GFMD 2008 - RT 1.1 Background Paper "Protecting the Rights of Migrants – A Shared Responsibility"
GFMD 2007 - RT 1.1 Background Paper "Highly skilled migration: balancing interests and responsibilities."
GFMD 2007 RT 1.4 Background Paper "How can circular migration and sustainable return serve as development tools?"
GFMD 2007 RT 3.2 Background Paper "Coherent Policy Planning and Methodology to Link Migration and Development"
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