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The Role of Technology in Sparking Diaspora Engagement in
Lebanon
Roula MoussaManaging Partner – Netways
Founder - DiasporaID
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The Platform Revolution
The Fourth IndustrialRevolution
The World Under Two Revolutions
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The Fourth Industrial Revolution
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The Platform Revolution…
Producers Consumers
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• Also known as “The Economy of
Matchmakers and Multisided
Platforms”
• Think Uber, AirBnB, AliBaba
• Ushering in a new “sharing
economy” worldwide
The Platform Revolution…
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Digital Globalization EraWelcome to the post globalization world
National wealth is increasingly dependent on human capital rather than natural resources
A digital chasm is forming between countries who can reap its benefits, and those
who cannot
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Lebanon’s OpportunityTo Emerge Among the Winners In The New Economy
CommunicationLebanese are polyglots and
excellent communicators
Knowledge & STEMWe rank 10th globally in math and science education
InnovationA Global Track Record
Lebanese DiasporaGlobally dispersed, very successful
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The 5 “Ts” of the Diaspora
TalentKnowledge, experience
TreasureCapacity for investment and development
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The 5 “Ts” of the Diaspora TransformationAdvocating for a better social contract. Innovating
TradeThe ability to open up new markets
Tipping AgentsNudging international deals in our favor
TalentKnowledge, experience
TreasureCapacity for investment and development
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Outreachq
Social Listeninga
Researchr
Surveys f
Data Mappingc
Designing a Data Driven Solution
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The need to be connectedThe majority wants to be better connected to their country of origin, and is willing to invest in activities that benefit their homeland.
AThe will to help…The diaspora associates giving back with the urge to help their family, friends, and hometowns. vague notions like “helping one’s country” will not be effective.
B… On their own termsThe diaspora wants to be engaged as a true partner in the development process, and be recognized as such
C
Research Phase Findings1. What the Diaspora Needs
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MistrustIn the weak legal framework, business law enforcement, and local business culture.ADedicated Institutions WelcomeDespite the mistrust in the public sector and skepticism in government-led initiatives, the diaspora welcomes the establishment of public institutions dedicated to diasporic matters.
BGeographical DistanceIs an issue for the third of respondents.C
Research Phase Findings2. Obstacles Hindering Involvement
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Needs Connections and Business ContactsANeeds Transparency, Good ROI, or Relevant ThemesB
Needs InformationC
Research Phase Findings3. Business Obstacles
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Video Introduction
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Address the challenges we identifiedINCORPORATE FINDINGS
For all parties involved: Diaspora, residents, communities, and businesses
Achieve Mutual Benefit
Be Extensible and Flexible
No mediators or middlemenEncourage Direct Engagement,
Leverage trust agentsBe Transparent And Trust-inspiring
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Areas of Focus:
Local Investment & Development
Knowledge Transfer
Business & Trade Development
P2P and P2Community Engagement
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DiasporaID Design: A Dual Approach
2
3Community
NetworkBusinessNetwork
Community Networks
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DiasporaID Design: A Dual Approach
2
3Community
NetworkBusinessNetwork
BusinessNetworks
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DiasporaIDPlatform
Hometown: Heart of the Community Network
Hometown
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Ehmej
Byblos
Kobayyat
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Municipality
Mayor
Hometown
ElectedMunicipalMembers
Mukhtars
TownAmbassadors
People FromThis Town
Achievers
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A Global Business Network
MarketAccess
KnowledgeAccess
CapitalAccess
Harnessing the Lebanese Diaspora Strength
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Diaspora / Residents
Lebanese CompaniesDiaspora / Residents
Lebanese Companies
I2I B2B
B2I
B2I
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Companies
MarketAccess
KnowledgeTransfer
Export
Import
SMEs Startups
BusinessOwners
Entrepreneurs
CapitalAccess
Investors
Franchising
Trade
SubjectMatterExperts
Mentors
A Global Lebanese Service Provider Directory
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DiasporaID as a Platform: Incubating Your Ideas
I Tourism
I Marketplace
I Development
I Philanthropy
I Business
Startups
Services
Projects
CompaniesAcceleration
I Your Ideaas a Platform
Incubation
Integration
Opportunities
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www.DiasporaID.com