What is the TOKTEN program and how to participate?

Qu'est-ce que le programme TOKTEN et comment participer?

Confidence: high Reviewed: 2026-04-04 EN FR

Short Answer

TOKTEN (Transfer of Knowledge Through Expatriate Nationals) is a UN-backed program enabling diaspora experts to share knowledge with Tunisian institutions through short missions (2-4 weeks). Priority sectors: health, education, technology, agriculture, governance. Apply via welovetunisia.com/tokten. All expenses covered, plus honorarium.

Version francaise

TOKTEN est un programme soutenu par l'ONU permettant aux experts de la diaspora de transferer leurs connaissances aux institutions tunisiennes via des missions courtes (2-4 semaines). Secteurs prioritaires : sante, education, technologie, agriculture, gouvernance. Postulez via welovetunisia.com/tokten.

Sources & Evidence

The Tunisian diaspora is estimated at 1.7 million people

La diaspora tunisienne est estimee a 1,7 million de personnes

estimate
OTE (Office des Tunisiens a l'Etranger) 2024-01-01 — 2026-12-31 1700000 personnes

Limitations & Caveats

Data reflects latest available official sources. Some figures may have a 6-12 month lag. Estimates are clearly labeled.

Review & Confidence

Last reviewed2026-04-04
Expires2026-09-30
Refreshquarterly
Confidence high
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Author & Reviewer

Authorwelovetunisia.com Editorial Team
ReviewerMohamed Nizar Yaiche
MethodologyReview process

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TOKTEN expertise diaspora volunteering

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