One of the great opportunities for ACFID members is to get a chance to meet with newly appointed Ambassadors and share about work in the country where they will serve. With the continued DFAT shifts of power for national-level development strategy and funding decisions to move out from Canberra and to the local post, these are very strategic engagements and help lay a foundation for stronger linkages. This week, ACFID hosted a briefing for the Deputy Ambassador-designate to Thailand  (thanks to those Members who participated), and you can sign up below for an opportunity to brief the incoming Ambassador to the Philippines

Looking ahead, next week we will convene the ACFID Member CEO Summit on 13 June at La Trobe University, Melbourne. Off the back of a tumultuous 6 months for the whole development ecosystem, the event will explore major shifts in how global aid is conceived, funded and delivered. We look forward to hearing from expert speakers, sharing global insights and holding peer discussions to support strategic thinking across sector leadership. It is not too late to register – there are still a few last-minute spaces available – further information can be found in the sections below.

To Attend

ACFID CEO Members Summit: Shaping the Future Together

ACFID invites member CEOs to a one-day summit on 13 June at La Trobe University, Melbourne. The event will address major shifts in how global aid is conceived, funded, and delivered, offering a space for reflection, strategy, and collaboration. It will feature expert speakers, insights into global trends, and structured discussions to support strategic thinking among peers.

Date: Friday 13 June

Time: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm

Venue: La Trobe University, Bundoora Campus, Melbourne

Audience: ACFID member CEOs (1 participant per organisation)

Registration ​here

To Attend

Manila HOM Briefing

Australia’s incoming Ambassador to the Philippines has requested a briefing from ACFID members. Please register ​here​ if you are interested in attending.

Date: Monday 16th June

Time: Online via Teams 3:45-4:45 pm

Please note that we will set up a coordination meeting with members prior to the briefing to agree key messages and finalise a meeting agenda.

To Note

Overview of ACFID’s Incoming Government Brief

With the Federal Election now over and Ministerial appointments set, ACFID is excited to share an Overview of our Incoming Government Brief outlining the role of Australia in a changing world and policy recommendations to develop a new chapter for Australia’s international development program. The document is available on our website and can be accessed ​here.

To Attend

Analysis on impacts of US funding cuts

To Action

ACFID 2025 Statistical Survey – Now Open!

It’s that time of year again – the ACFID Statistical Survey has landed in inboxes! Each year, we ask member organisations to share data on their international aid and development work. The survey has been sent to each organisation’s CEO and designated survey contact. We know it’s an additional task (and we really appreciate you making time for it), but your responses help spotlight your organisation’s impact and build a complete picture of our sector’s collective work. This also ensures that ACFID can help connect interested donors and other stakeholders with your work.

If you have any questions or need support completing the survey, please reach out via email at [email protected] – we’re here to help

To Action

ACFID Member CUFA Receives Special Commendation at Global Money Awareness and Inclusion Awards

On 28 May, ACFID member CUFA was proud to receive a Special Commendation at the global Money Awareness and Inclusion Awards. This recognition was presented in the category of Best Non-Profit Adult Education Project for our Australian Social Program for Inclusive Rural Enterprise (ASPIRE) in Cambodia.

Funded through the ANCP, the Program supports rural communities to build financial resilience and provides inclusive economic opportunities. Check out their award-winning video.

ACFID Conference 2025 – Early call for International Speakers

ACFID is making an early call for possible speakers for ACFID’s National Conference, with the theme of ‘Driving Transformation in Development and Humanitarian Action’.

While the program is still being developed, we would love to know if any members will have international visitors or partners in Australia at the time of Conference (5th and 6th of November), who could be possible keynote or panel speakers.

If you have any confirmed or possible visitors who will be here at Conference time, please let us know at [email protected]

here.

To Action

ACFID Conference – Save the Date

The 2025 ACFID National Conference has been confirmed for the 5th and 6th of November in Canberra. More details will be shared soon, please stay tuned.

RDI Network Exchange 25

Registrations are now open for the RDI Network Exchange – a dynamic and inclusive event for development professionals working in the Indo-Pacific region. The RDI Network Exchange will be a space for researchers, practitioners and policymakers to engage in lively dialogue, knowledge exchange and learning, with an emphasis on future-focused thinking, new perspectives and diverse voices. The RDI Network Exchange will explore the conference theme of ‘Driving better development through evidence and collaboration’ with insightful discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities

When: 10th and 11th July 2025

Where: University of Technology Sydney, and online

Find out more about the program and registration here.

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