Armenia has one of the largest and oldest diasporas in the world with an estimated 8-10 million persons of Armenian descent living outside of the country. While several studies have been carried out on the Armenian diaspora, both generally and within specific countries of destination, none have focused specifically on identifying the skills and professional networks of the Armenian diaspora; this is what makes IOM’s current project so unique and valuable for diaspora engagement in the social and economic development of Armenia. The Armenian diaspora has been a driving force for the country’s economic survival and development over the past few decades, primarily through the transfer of remittances and philanthropic projects. However, relations with the government have often been weak or strained due to a limited capacity to communicate and meaningfully engage with diaspora members. Through the project “Enhancing Development through Diaspora Engagement in Armenia”, funded by the IOM Development Fund, IOM aims to build the capacity of the Armenian Government to engage the Armenian diaspora and leverage their skills, talents, and energies to support the country’s sustainable development plans.