Program Mitigation & Diaspora (PMD)
Shaping regular migration to prevent irregular migration and strengthening the developmental effects of migration remain major challenges for many countries. Key actors in countries of origin have not yet succeeded in adequately harnessing the positive effects of regular migration and diaspora engagement for the social and economic development of their countries.
The global project “Programme Migration and Diaspora” (PMD) provides, based on the international commitments of the Federal Government (Agenda 2030 Goal 10.7 and the implementation of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration), a comprehensive contribution to migration policy priorities and the interdepartmental approach of the Federal Government. The BMZ aims to support and strengthen the potential of migration for global development. The objective of the PMD is to identify key actors and enable partner countries to use regular migration and diaspora involvement more effectively to achieve their development goals.
The PMD contributes to:
Reducing irregular migration, promoting voluntary return and expanding regular, development-oriented migration
Building migration policy advice and capacities for partner governments and regional organisation
Supporting the Skilled Immigration Act and the National Action Plan on Integration
Implementing the Marshall Plan with Africa, including support for diaspora-led business start-ups in countries of origin
Reducing transaction costs and enhancing the development impact of remittances, involving the diaspora as development actors
With its structural approach, the project supports the “Perspectives at Home” initiative and represents a sustainable overall contribution to Germany’s migration policy.
Disciplines
- Skills and Economic Development
- Governance, Peace and Social Cohesion
Companies
Dorsch Impact GmbH
Client
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Duration
From 2020 to 2021
Location
Worldwide
Project Activities
Dorsch Impact is responsible for developing information products and for the design and implementation of qualification measures. By providing two service packages, Dorsch Impact supports the PMD team (GIZ and partner structures) in selecting partner countries and improving their advisory services related to the Skilled Workers Immigration Act.
Service Package 1: Information Material and Public Relations
Preparation and production of information material and documentation in German, English and French
Development of a public relations concept in coordination with partners in the partner countries, particularly with the Federal Foreign Office and BMZ
Service Package 2: Qualification Measures for the Skilled Workers Immigration Act
Counselling of staff in GIZ migration advisory centres through internet-based platforms such as webinars, online training and regular consultation hours
Support for partner structures, especially advisors in employment agencies, through virtual and face-to-face training
Objective of the Measures
Enable advisors in expert and partner structures to actively apply the knowledge and materials in their consultations with individuals interested in migration
Equip them to inform potential migrants about requirements for migration to Germany, guide them through the recognition and visa application process, and support the recruitment of qualified professionals
In cases where concrete recruitment and placement offers from abroad exist, ensure the examination of developmental and social compatibility
Contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals
We are committed to making a positive impact and supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This project contributes to the following SDGs:
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