The Weekly
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ACFID is deeply saddened to learn that a dear colleague from Save The Children, Sarah Carter has passed away far too young at the age of 46
Sarah wore many hats throughout her career. As a pioneer and driver of the Australian Regional Leadership Initiative through Save the Children Australia, she was instrumental in raising awareness of Australian development programs across the globe.
As Advisory Board Members for both the Pacific Island Food Revolution and Pacific Friends of Global Health, she spearheaded initiatives to promote health systems strengthening throughout the Pacific.
As Councillor and Mayor of Maribyrnong City Council , she was a fierce advocate for social justice.
Sarah lived a life of values and of service.
Sarah will be greatly missed by the Australian international development sector. Our thoughts and condolences go out to her friends, family and colleagues.
To Attend
Celebration event – launch of the new ACFID Code of Conduct!
If you are in Melbourne on Tuesday, August 20, please come and join us to celebrate ACFID’s new Code of Conduct with the ACNC Commissioner and ACFID members.
Time: 4 pm – 5:30 pm, including drinks
Where: Donkey wheel house, 673 Bourke St, Melbourne
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Register by 14 August. This will assist with the catering and event logistics.
Contact [email protected] with any questions.
To Attend
Workforce Snapshot: Salaries & Diversity 2024
ACFID has released the Workforce Snapshot, highlighting the latest trends in gender, pay, leadership, salary scales, superannuation rates, tax deductibility, and more within the NGO sector. Discover it here
To Note
Binskin Report
The Australian Government has released the report into the deaths of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and her six World Central Kitchen colleagues. ACFID has issued a media release. The report in full can be found here.
To Note
Famine Declaration in Darfur, Sudan
ACFID joined with Sudanese – Australian diaspora groups in calling on the Australian Government to respond to the recent declaration of famine in Darfur. Our media release can be found here.
To Action
Reminder: Safer World for All election campaignÂ
A reminder that all CEOs received the below link for filling out their agencies commitments for the Safer World for All campaign election digital action. This includes indicating whether your agency can email supporters, engage influencers and/or host electoral forums.Â
The link is here. Please be in touch with Naomi at [email protected] with any questions!Â
To Attend
ACFID Member Visits – Melbourne workshops registration open
ACFID’s Policy & Advocacy team will be visiting Melbourne from the 27th – 29th August. Melbourne-based members can fill in this registration form to indicate the policy and advocacy workshops you would like to attend, and to request individual meetings with members of our team. The schedule for the visit is below, with locations and agendas for each workshop to come.
Tuesday 27 August
1-4PM – Glitter, sequins, no holds barred – The ACFID Policy Précis of 2024 – an introduction to the team, and our policy and advocacy work in 2024, as well as planning ahead for the Federal Election and beyond.
Wednesday 28 August
10-11.30AM – Climate policy and advocacy workshop
1-2.30PM – Media and comms workshop
3-4.30PM – Government relations workshop
Thursday 29 August
Meetings with individual members and teams based on portfolio/subject areas.
To Attend
ACFID Member Visits – Sydney
ACFID’s Policy & Advocacy team will be visiting Sydney from the 1st – 3rd October . Melbourne-based members can fill in this registration form to indicate the policy and advocacy workshops you would like to attend, and to request individual meetings with members of our team. Further information to come.
To Note
Indonesia and Papua New Guinea Development Partnership Plans (DPPs)
On the first anniversary of the Australian Government’s New Development Policy, the DPPs for both Indonesia and Papua New Guinea (2024-2029) have been released.
The Indonesia DPP can be found here
The Papua New Guinea DPP can be found here
To Note
We are the Rainbow – framework launch by Many Coloured Sky
When:Â Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 15:00-16:30 (CBR time)
Where:Â ACFID House, 14 Napier Close, Deakin (Canberra)
Please join ACFID for afternoon tea to launch the new We are the Rainbow framework with Many Coloured Sky Executive Director, Ian Seal.
Many Coloured Sky is the queer development agency, supporting LGBTQIA+ organisations across developing countries with capacity building, planning and project development. They empower those at the margins and intersections of LGBTQIA+ communities to participate fully and equally. Many Coloured Sky has projects across the Asia Pacific region, in Kenya, and via anonymous partners in Uganda. Â
ACFID is joining forces with Many Coloured Sky to launch the ‘We are the Rainbow’ framework at ACFID House in August and Australian Parliament House in September. This framework seeks to support LGBTQIA+ organisations to work with LGBTQIA+ children and youth in ways that protect their rights as children and as LGBTQIA+ people. The framework has been developed via consultation with region-wide LGBTQIA+ peaks, international child protection agencies, and development organisations.
Please contact:Â [email protected]Â if you would like additional information.
To Note
Friendly reminder – statistical survey
If your organisation was unable to submit a response for the statistical survey before the deadline, please contact us at [email protected]. We are here to assist and can explore options that work for you.
To Action
ACFID member media contact
Do you work in a media team or want to collaborate with ACFID more on media? We updating our media database and developing a Media Group with members. If you would like to join or be added as a media contact please email our Senior Media and Policy Advisor, Lisa Tadrosse on [email protected]
To Attend
Not-for-profit organisations training – Engaging with Senate committees
Date: 1 May and 23 October
Time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Format: Online
Cost: Free
Target audience: Representatives from not-for-profit organisations
Purpose: This session is designed to introduce representatives from not-for-profit organisations to the Senate’s committee system. It will explore the purposes, powers and operation of different types of committees. Participants will receive practical information about engaging with Senate committees, including preparing
submissions and providing evidence at committee hearings.
To register your interest in participating, please contact the Training Team on (02) 6277 3648 or by email to [email protected].
To Attend
Celebration event – launch of the new ACFID Code of Conduct!
Join us to celebrate ACFID’s new Code of Conduct and the amazing work that ACFID members do to meet their commitments under the Code. The launch will include an address by the ACNC Commissioner and be followed by drinks and nibbles. All personnel from ACFID member organisations are welcome.  Â
When: Tuesday 20 August
Time: 4pm – 5:30pm, including drinks
Where:Â Donkey wheel house, 673 Bourke St, Melbourne
Please note this is an in-person event only.
Register by 14 August. This will assist with the catering and event logistics.
Contact [email protected] with any questions.
To Action
Call Out: ACFID Annual Report Member Images
ACFID is currently compiling our annual report, highlighting the impactful work of our members in aid and development. We’re seeking high-resolution images showcasing efforts in climate change, locally led development, and humanitarian assistance. We’ll credit your organization and photographer, with captions up to 80 words. The images may appear on our website, social media, and publications for government, policymakers, DFAT, civil society, and others.
Submit by COB August 30 to Maria Herrera at [email protected].
To Action
ACFID Annual Conference
ACFID opened early bird ticket sales for our Annual National Conference! Join us again this year to explore what solidarity and resilience currently mean within the sector and what collective action and innovative partnerships are required for sustainable development and upholding human rights throughout the world.
Register here, and if you’d like to stay up to date with announcements related to the Conference, subscribe here.
To Action
ACFID is on Instagram:Â follow us!
ACFID is now present on Instagram. Follow us at @ACFID.AUS to stay updated on our latest news, projects and events.
To Action
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Upcoming Events:
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14 August |
Celebration event – launch of the new ACFID Code of Conduct! |
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19 August |
World Humanitarian Day – Parliament House events |
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20 August |
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20 August |
We are the Rainbow – framework launch by Many Coloured Sky |
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27 & 29 August |
ACFID Member Visits |
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29 August |
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23-24 October |