The Weekly
For the past two weeks, our sector has been working to understand the massive impacts of the various decisions by the US government to pause all funding from USAID. It has been a confusing time with multiple amendments or changes to the decision since it was first announced. Some of our members have already received Stop Work Orders and others are expecting them to come. The heartbreaking impact of these decisions on the most vulnerable communities around the world is still rippling out and we have heard some tragic examples over the past few days.
Many of you joined our meeting on Tuesday to share the immediate impacts and discuss the ways ACFID can support the sector. Since that meeting, we have sent all members a survey to help bring more clarity about the impact and to better inform our response (please send the survey back by COB Today). We have also been in dialogue with DFAT about options and further coordinating information and plans with other peak bodies in the region and around the world.
We will have another call with our members on Monday afternoon from 3:30-4:30 pm on Zoom to provide space for members to share and to update you on work being done by ACFID with DFAT and other stakeholders. To note this meeting is for CEOs and/or their delegate. For any queries about joining this meeting, please contact Aditri at [email protected]
In addition, this week ACFID has launched a set of directories aimed at strengthening connections across our sector. These directories provide members with a dedicated space to share opportunities, access expertise, and engage more effectively. Covering jobs, events, training, and consultants, these directories are available to members at no cost. More details can be found in the section below.
To Action
New Member Benefit: ACFID’s Directories Are Now Live!
ACFID is making it easier than ever for members to connect with the sector. We’ve launched four dedicated directories to give you more ways to advertise, recruit, and engage—all at no cost to you.
Jobs Directory – Post unlimited jobs for free & attract top talent.
Events Directory – Showcase your upcoming events to the sector.
Training Directory – List your training programs for maximum reach.
Consultants Directory – Find trusted experts who know the aid sector.
For any assistance with MyACFID, please reach out to [email protected]
To Note
ACFID’s Pre-Budget Submission 2025-2026
ACFID’s Pre-Budget Submission has been finalised and lodged. You can find it on ACFID’s website here. Many thanks to all who have provided input.
To Action
Have your say: Proposed changes to Australia’s Not-for-Profit Financial Reporting Framework
The Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB), in collaboration with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), invites you to participate in their consultation process aimed at simplifying Australia’s Not-for-Profit (NFP) Financial Reporting Framework. This consultation seeks to enhance consistency and comparability among NFP entities.
For more details on the consultation and how to provide feedback, please visit:Â NPF Consultation At a Glance (1/25)
The consultation period closes on 28 February 2025.
To Attend
ACFID Disability Equity Peer Learning Program
Registrations are now open for the ACFID Disability Equity Peer Learning Program, designed to support the knowledge and practice of ACFID members in disability equity through interactive learning sessions, including Deep Dive webinars and group Learning Pod Sessions.
Date of Program: March to June 2025
Cost:Â $500 for Medium and Large Members, $200 for Small Members
Registration: More information and registration instructions are available here
To Action
Update from the Finance Community of Practice
For members affected by the US Government’s Funding Pause for Foreign Assistance (the ‘Stop Work Order’) members of the ACFID Finance CoP have shared a resource from Humentum with information and guidance on navigating the situation. Find the Guidance Document here and join the discussion with finance-focused peers in the Communities Platform.
To Action
Climate Policy and Practice Community – Nature-based Solutions subgroup meeting
The CPPC is holding a sub-meeting on Nature-Based Solutions for any ACFID members with interest or experience in NbS. It will be an informal call to share what we are all doing and to see if there is interest in having more regular meetings to network, share, and learn together.
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Date:Â Thursday 6th February
Time: 2:00-2:50 pm
To join: Find the meeting details in the CPPC page of the Communities Platform, or reach out to Charlotte Sterrett at [email protected]
Upcoming Events
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06 February |
Climate Policy and Practice Community – Nature-based Solutions subgroup meeting |
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20 February |
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20 February |
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11 March |
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12th March |