The Weekly
Marc Purcell, what is at the top of your mind this week?
The Safer World for All campaign had its parliamentary launch in Canberra this week. CEOs from Australian development and humanitarian organizations across the country joined in championing the need for an increase in the foreign aid budget to 0.5% of Gross National Income by 2027. Through meetings with politicians across the political spectrum, ACFID members advocated for the Australian Government to act in light of the poly-crisis: the overlapping challenges hitting our world all at once. We thank all those who have been involved in the development of the campaign, including our partners MICAH, and to all those who shared our message across Parliament House this week on behalf of the sector.
To Attend
CEO Roundtables – “Leading the Charge: Navigating a Path towards Racial Justice”
ACFID will be hosting CEO Roundtables in Sydney and Melbourne as part of the Code Roadshow. Come and join your peers and the ACFID CEO for a facilitated discussion on “Leading the Charge: Navigating a Path towards Racial Justice “, followed by networking drinks.This roundtable will be facilitated by an expert in the field and further details will be announced next week. This will be a space to discuss your organisations journey and learn from others and we ask that registrations are kept to CEO and Board members only please.
Sydney: Wednesday 10 April, 4 – 6:30pm
Melbourne: Tuesday 23 April, 4 – 6:30pm
To Attend
Code Roadshow
The ACFID Code and Learning teams are on the road! Join us to ask all your questions about the new ACFID Code, explore ACFID’s new Locally Led Action Toolkit and network with other ACFID members.  Â
In-person workshops:
Day 1 will focus on the changes to the ACFID Code of Conduct and how to help your organisation understand and prepare for the changes. Day 2 will focus on Locally Led Action and be a chance to learn from other ACFID members and explore ACFID’s new Locally led Action Toolkit.
Members are welcome to send more than one participant, and participants can choose to attend day 1, day 2 or both.
Online workshop:
The online workshop is primarily for personnel based outside Sydney and Melbourne. Some prep materials will be provided ahead of time, to allow sufficient space for discussion and Q&A during the session.
Who: Staff and volunteers of ACFID members.
When:
- Sydney: 10 and 11 April, 9:30 – 4pm (AEST) – register here
- Melbourne: 23 and 24 April, 9:30 – 4pm (AEST) – register here
- Online: 30 April (for personnel not based in Sydney or Melbourne), 2-5pm (AEST) – register here
To Attend
ACFID Advocacy Agenda Refresh – Feedback due COB Friday 19 April
ACFID is in the process of undertaking a refresh of its Advocacy Agenda and we are seeking feedback from ACFID members on the below Exposure Draft which can be accessed via this link: ACFID Advocacy Agenda Exposure Draft.docx If you/your organisation wishes to provide feedback please save a copy of this document, add your suggestions as comments and email through the marked-up version to [email protected].  Further information on the process is available in the Exposure Draft Cover Sheet in the above link.Feedback is due by COB Friday 19 April 2024. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.
To Attend
Voting still open – NGO Representative for the Committee for Development Cooperation
(**ANCP agencies only)ACFID received two nominations for the position of elected NGO representative on the Committee for Development Cooperation (CDC). ANCP Heads of Agency were emailed the CVs and responses to the selection criteria from each nominee and voting is now open. Please cast your vote on behalf of your organisation using this Survey Monkey link before 5pm (AEST) Tuesday 2 April. Please direct any queries about the position and/or procedure to Emily Moreton [email protected].
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Introduction to the Sector Workshop
When: Monday, 22nd April
Time: 9am-5pm
Where: Melbourne, location TBA
ACFID invites member and non-member staff, board and other personnel who are new to the International Development and Humanitarian Sector to a one-day introductory workshop in Melbourne. This participatory face-to-face event will include an overview of the history of international development and humanitarian action; an introduction to ACFID’s Code and role in the sector; guest speakers from a range of ACFID’s members; and, opportunities for networking and further learning. Free for small members. Contact [email protected] for more information.
Register hereÂ
To Attend
Nepal DPP – Consultation with Civil Society
DFAT is conducting consultations for the Nepal DPP in a hybrid format. If you are planning to join online, please complete the registration form before Monday 8th April – hereÂ
Zoom details will be sent closer to the event date.
Time: 08:00AM Kathmandu Time
To Action
Bangladesh DPP
DFAT is accepting written submissions, of a maximum of 2 pages, until 5 April 2024 for the Bangladesh Development Partnership Plan (DPP). For more information, please contact Stephanie Rowbottom, [email protected]
To Note
Upcoming Events
Date |
Event |
18 – 20Â March |
ACFID CEO Lobbying Round |
2 April |
 Voting now open – NGO Representative for the Committee for Development Cooperation |
10 April |
CEO Roundtables – Sydney |
11 April |
Nepal DPP – Consultation with Civil Society |
10 – 11 April |
Code Roadshow – Sydney |
16 & 17 April |
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19 April |
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22 April |
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23 – April |
CEO Roundtables – Melbourne |
23 – 24 April |
Code Roadshow – Melbourne |
4 April – 24 May 2024Â Â |
Crisis Leadership Program- Centre for Humanitarian Leadership |
10-12 July |
Development Studies Association of Australia (DSAA) 2024 Conference |
23-24 October |