
ABOUT US
BACKGROUND
Despite the challenge of ‘brain drain,’ where essential sectors lose skilled professionals, the Caribbean Diaspora remains deeply connected to their homeland. This connection is evident in their frequent visits, financial investments, and active promotion of the Caribbean. By effectively harnessing the Diaspora’s potential, the region stands to gain substantially.
THE CREATION OF A DATABASE
The Caribbean 2030 Leaders Network Group (C2030LN) established at a meeting in Wilton Park, UK, in October 2016, recognised the need to leverage the Diaspora’s talents for regional development. This recognition led to the idea of creating a Caribbean Diaspora Professional & Skills Bank/Directory.

THE PROJECT
The Caribbean Diaspora Skills Directory CIC (CDSD CIC) was established to create a comprehensive database of skills, talents, and resources of Caribbean nationals.
This directory will play a key role in:
• Responding to regional emergencies.
• Supporting national and regional development.
• Attracting top talent for paid work, voluntary positions, and investment opportunities.
The Caribbean Diaspora Skills Directory (CDSD) is a Community Interest Company (CIC), a limited company that benefits the community rather than private shareholders.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The primary goals and objectives of the CDSD CIC include:
• Linking the Caribbean Diaspora to the Caribbean region.
• Identifying critical regional needs and collaborating with leaders and experts.
• Informing stakeholders about the CDSD CIC.
• Mobilising financial, intellectual, and other resources.
• Supporting the training and development of future leaders through strategic cooperation.
• Recommending and promoting national policies related to the Diaspora.
• Increasing participation of regional innovators and entrepreneurs in various developmental activities.


ANTICIPATED BENEFITS
The anticipated benefits of the CDSD CIC project are:
• Fostering discussions on the Diaspora’s role in development plans.
• Establishing communication mechanisms for future generations.
• Coordinating and liaising between the Diaspora and Caribbean governments.
• Providing a network and platform for consulates and relevant institutions to understand the Diaspora’s priorities and interests better.