Non-profit organization
Giving Back to Africa Made Possible
DIANA ry connects African academics in the diaspora with universities and research institutions across Africa to strengthen education, research, and innovation.
Who We Are
Mobilizing African Diaspora for Development
DIANA ry is a non-profit organization registered in Finland, dedicated to mobilizing African academics, researchers, and scientists in the diaspora to support African universities and research institutions.
We strengthen higher education through teaching, research collaboration, and professional mobility, creating lasting partnerships that drive innovation across the continent.
8+
Mobility Programs
50+
Partner Institutions
20+
African Countries
100+
Diaspora Fellows
What We Do
Building Bridges for Africa's Future
Through our programs and initiatives, we create meaningful connections that transform education and research across the African continent.
Engage diaspora experts in teaching and research in African universities
Enhance research and education capacity across Africa
Facilitate academic mobility between diaspora and African institutions
Bridge research and teaching gaps in African countries
Promote internationalization in African higher education
President's Welcome
"DIANA ry is here to reverse the effects of brain drain by enabling Africa's intellectual diaspora to meaningfully contribute to the continent's development through teaching, research, and knowledge exchange."
Dr. Doh Pascal
President & Coordinator
Our Programs
Professional Mobility Programs
General Diaspora Program
Europe–Africa Mobility Program
Country-Specific Diaspora Programs
Homecoming Program
Africa–Europe Returning Scholar Program
European Talent to Africa Program
African Women Mobility Program
STEM Programs