Our Focus
ACFID’s work with its members, the Australian Government and the public focuses on driving positive change in three thematic areas:
- Sustainable and inclusive development
- Peace and human security
- Strong and effective civil society
ACFID also plays a role in coordinating and communicating the collective emergency response efforts of its members.
ACFID holds an annual national conference, the ACFID National Conference, which brings together its members and other stakeholders for agenda setting, debate and learning.
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Sustainable & Inclusive Development
ACFID promotes sustainable and inclusive approaches to development that combat climate change and reduce inequality and injustice.
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Peace & Human Security
Building peace and human security is imperative to protecting human rights, reducing poverty and maintaining development gains.
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Strong & Effective Civil Society
ACFID is focused on building a strong and effective civil society, both in Australia and in developing countries.
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Emergency Response
ACFID Members play a key role in responding to international emergencies – whether natural disasters or conflict.
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ACFID National Conference
Every year, ACFID runs a national conference which brings together hundreds of people from its membership and the broader development sector.