Professional integration
Mentoring by experienced professionals, CV and cover-letter workshops, job-interview preparation.
International Solidarity Organisation · Senegal ↔ Global diaspora
Horizon Senegal 2050, powered by the Diaspora.
Professional integration, entrepreneurship, digital inclusion, international mobility and solidarity: we are building the bridge between both shores — starting today.
Countdown to January 1st, 2050
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Our mission
Supporting, empowering, opening pathways to autonomy.
Founded in September 2024, Diaspora Passerelle Sénégal (D.P.S.) supports, materially and morally and without distinction, young people and anyone in a situation of vulnerability who turns to it. We act through housing, access to rights and healthcare, and socio-educational and professional support.
Explore our mission →Access to fundamental rights
Housing, healthcare and access to rights for the most vulnerable.
One-to-one support
Mentoring, personalised advice and follow-up of every journey towards employment.
A Senegal ↔ World bridge
Exchanges, international internships and return opportunities driven by the diaspora, from North America to Europe and beyond.
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Our programmes
Ten fields of concrete action.
Our programmes cover a young person's entire journey: learning, finding a job, starting a business, engaging and opening up to the world.
Training & education
Technical, digital and language training aligned with the labour market, work-study, internships and scholarships.
Entrepreneurship
Idea incubation, start-up competitions, hackathons and connections with funders and investors.
Civic engagement
Community projects, volunteering, awareness of citizens' rights and duties, and personal development.
Digital for all
Bridging the digital divide: free access to the Internet and equipment, digital-skills training.
Health & wellbeing
Awareness campaigns, psychological support and healthy lifestyles through sport and leisure.
International mobility
Internships abroad, international volunteering and opportunities for return and investment in Senegal.
Partnerships & networks
Alliances with companies, schools, NGOs and institutions; an alumni network for mentoring and networking.
Support structures
Employment resource centres, coworking spaces, incubators and online platforms connecting youth and recruiters.
Continuous evaluation
Impact indicators, beneficiary feedback and constant adaptation of programmes to real needs.
Target sectors
From the daara to the boardroom, every field matters.
Our 360° scoping targets the sectors where the diaspora can make the most tangible impact, in Senegal and wherever it lives — Europe, the Americas, Africa and beyond.
Daara & early childhood Primary & secondary education Higher education & research Vocational & continuing training Trade & entrepreneurship Industry & innovation Craftsmanship & artistic trades Agro-industry & food security Public health & prevention Digital & cybersecurity Culture & arts Sports & physical activity Tourism & cultural heritage Youth & civic education Energy & sustainable development International cooperation
Our method
360° scoping, agile delivery. ★ Bootstrap ~40 days
We bring the rigour of agile methods to non-profit projects: a clear vision, defined roles, genuine listening to beneficiaries and a measurable roadmap. Together, let's build the future — methodically.
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Vision & priorities, aligned
A project team aligned around a shared vision, priorities set collectively and external constraints identified from day one.
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Roles & responsibilities, clear
Every member knows their role and interactions: light governance, shared tools and a common working methodology.
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Listening to beneficiaries — "Walk in my shoes"
Personas of target audiences and field immersions to understand real needs before designing programmes.
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Storymap & a realistic roadmap
Actions are broken down into concrete activities and milestones, with early quick wins to build momentum.
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Risks, impact measurement & continuous improvement
Risks anticipated and mitigated, tracking indicators, regular beneficiary feedback: we measure real impact and adapt our programmes.
Funding & partners
Transparent resources, solid alliances.
In accordance with our statutes, our resources rest on three pillars, rigorously managed and presented every year to the General Assembly.
Membership fees
The annual fee — set by the General Assembly and shared during your first contact — funds member services, including repatriation solidarity, and safeguards the association's independence.
Grants & philanthropy
Public grants and private support amplify our integration, training and international mobility programmes.
Partners & sponsors
Companies, educational institutions, NGOs and diaspora associations: together, we maximise the impact of every action.
Membership
Your membership card is waiting.
Becoming a member means concretely supporting our programmes and joining a community of solidarity connecting Senegal to its diaspora on every continent. The fee is set by the General Assembly and due before 31 January each year.
- Access to all services and programmes
- Repatriation solidarity included
- A vote at the General Assembly
- Two-shore mentoring and mutual-aid network
Repatriation solidarity. The fee includes handling the arrangements and costs of repatriating the body to the country of origin should a member in good standing pass away, in close coordination with the family and with full respect for funeral rites.
Governance
A committed Board of Directors.
The association is run by a board of five elected members, supported by a bureau. All directors are volunteers.
Djilène Sene
President
Ibra Aly Sy
Secretary General · Digital, Innovation & Cybersecurity Director
Marième Sy
Strategic Operations & Legal Affairs · Strategic Projects, Finance & International Relations
Khadidiatou Mercier-Thione
Entrepreneurship & Business Creation · Integration, Training & Youth Guidance
Mame Diarra Cisse
Cultural Programmes, Youth & Events Department
International Solidarity Organisation · Statutes adopted on 28 September 2024.
Contact
Let's talk about your project, your journey.
Young person seeking support, volunteer, mentor, partner or philanthropist: write to us — we answer everyone.
Registered office
Route des Almadies
Dakar, Sénégal
The office may be relocated by decision of the Board of Directors.