Picturing and Understanding the Diaspora, Engaging the Diaspora, Supporting and Recognising the Diaspora are important in all diaspora initiatives
There were six key findings from within the analysis. They begin with a recommendation that the Scottish Diaspora is recognised in its widest possible, and most inclusive, form.
The second was that this recognition requires an embracing of all aspects of Scottishness ranging from the historical and ancestral forms of engagement to the contemporary.
The third key finding stressed the importance of additional resource allocation to underpin any meaningful diaspora strategy and appreciate that the diaspora needs to know what Scotland seeks from it.
Key finding number four was around issues of coordination with/within the Diaspora and the need for clear ongoing links to the homeland, in which the diaspora and Scotland were partners.
This links firmly to the fifth key finding, which is a lack of clarity regarding diaspora responsibilities within the Scottish Government infrastructure. A clear lead and organisation for the diaspora to connect with is strongly recommended.
The final recommendation considers the role and engagement of UK officials and state organisations within diaspora policy.