The 15th Annual Kenya Scholars and Studies Association (KESSA) conference will present cutting-edge keynotes, presentations, discussions, and practical applications on Leveraging Partnerships for Development: The Role of the Kenyan Diaspora in Nation Building. KESSA is a US-based association of mostly Kenyans that seeks to advance scholarly knowledge and scientific research on Kenya to help achieve its socio-economic development goals. Each year the conference provides a platform for sharing scholarly insights, research, public and community engagement, and industry experience.