ACFID Blog
The ACFID Blog features opinion articles on aid and development issues by ACFID staff, ACFID Members and a diverse range of other authors.
The purpose of the ACFID Blog is to engage readers in ACFID's work and to inform, engage and influence ACFID Members, the public and the government. Read more
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Spotlight on the Code – Truthful and ethical communications
Emily Moreton
21 Mar, 2019
We continue our Spotlight on the Code series, this time shining a light on Quality Principle (QP) 6 of ACFID’s Code of Conduct, all about…communications!
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Applying Quality Principle 1: Uniting the P, the G and the I for collective impact
Jess Letch - Response Manager, Australian Red Cross
23 Jan, 2019
Response Manager for the Australian Red Cross’ International Program, and Co-Chair of ACFID’s Humanitarian Reference Group, Jess Letch, tells the story of how the Australian Red...
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Rights-Based Approaches in Development – Old Hat, fashion trend, or essential workwear ?
Simon Eccleshall
13 Dec, 2018
There are mixed feelings of many within the aid and development sector about the usefulness of Rights-based approaches (‘RBA’) and their relevance today
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International Day of People with Disabilities: Don’t Underestimate Me
Gemma Muir
03 Dec, 2018
Globally, one billion people have a disability, and 80 per cent live in developing countries....
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Spotlight on the Code – Quality Principle 1 – Rights, Inclusion & Protection
Raewyn Lans
30 Nov, 2018
In the fourth installment of our Spotlight on the Code series, we shine the light on Quality Principle (QP) 1 of ACFID’s Code of Conduct: Rights, Inclusion...
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Listening to the front line on protecting human rights
Jane Edge
26 Oct, 2018
ACFID’s National Conference provides an invaluable opportunity for me to step out of fast-paced daily work and take the time to engage in stimulating, challenging and forward-...
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Everyone is entitled to feel confident in our financial management, regardless of the size of donation
Nigel Spence
19 Oct, 2018
“He is a proven leader who has made great contributions to advancing...
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What do engineers have to do with human rights anyway?
Eleanor Loudon
18 Oct, 2018
CEO of ACFID’s member, Engineers Without Borders Australia, Eleanor Loudon, makes her picks for day two of ACFID’s conference and explains why ‘People first’ engineers are vital...
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Why are so many of the concurrent sessions I’m interested in, on concurrently?
John Morley
12 Oct, 2018
At ACFID Conference, delegates get the chance to hear innovative practice from NGOs within ACFID’s membership in what’s known as concurrent sessions. Plan International Australia...
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Fundraising and the Code of Conduct
Rebecca MacFarling
04 Oct, 2018
All charitable organisations aim for ongoing sustainable revenue streams, including from transparent and accountable private fundraising. This ensures that our charities are...