Diaspora Programme

DiPS - Diaspora Project Support

Diaspora Project Support (DiPS) is a Danida-funded project under DRC’s Diaspora Programme providing financial and technical support to diaspora-led projects implemented in Somalia and Afghanistan as well as capacity development for diaspora. DiPS Fund and capacity development activities are open to diaspora based in Denmark.

About DiPS

DiPS is a Danida-funded project that aims to enhance diaspora organizations' capacity to support people in Somalia and Afghanistan that are affected by conflict and displacement. This is done through;

1)The DiPS fund which provides financial and technical support to impactful diaspora-led projects implemented by Danish-based diaspora organizations in Somalia and Afghanistan and neighbouring countries

2)Capacity development activities including one-on-one support, workshops, trainings and events to support diaspora organisations in reaching their ambitions

DiPS has a Governance structure consisting of the elected Somali and Afghan Advisory Boards and appointed Executive Committee.

The DiPS project is one of several initiatives under Danish Refugee Council's Diaspora Programme which works to support the constructive role of diaspora as transnational civil society actors.

UPDATE - DiPS Transition Out of Afghanistan

After 15 years of impactful engagement, the DiPS programme is concluding its support for diaspora-led projects in Afghanistan. Moving forward, DiPS will focus its efforts exclusively on initiatives led by Somali diaspora organisations.

Why This Transition Is Happening

This strategic shift is based on a combination of evolving challenges, including:

Increased risks and restrictions for civil society actors within Afghanistan
Rising difficulties in transferring funds and monitoring activities safely
Reduced engagement and applications from Afghan diaspora organisations

Honouring 15 Years of Impact

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all Afghan diaspora partners who contributed to improving lives and strengthening communities. Together, we achieved:

47 projects implemented
24 Afghan diaspora organisations engaged
Over 6.9 million DKK disbursed
Projects reaching 15+ provinces across Afghanistan

Continued Opportunities for Engagement

Although DiPS will no longer fund projects inside Afghanistan, opportunities for engagement remain. Afghan diaspora organisations are encouraged to connect through the Afghan Diaspora Engagement (ADE) initiative. ADE offers a platform for continued collaboration, knowledge exchange, and civil society engagement in a safe and supportive space.

For more information, please reach out to the DiPS team at [email protected].