Australian Council for International Development (ACFID)

Australian Council for International Development (ACFID) The Australian Council for International Development is the peak body for Australia's aid and international development non-government organisations.

Facebook posts are authorised by Matthew Maury, Deakin, ACT, Australia. ACFID is an independent national association of Australian non-government organisations (NGOs) working in the field of international aid and development. ACFID administers a Code of Conduct committing members to high standards of integrity and accountability and currently has over 120 member organisations. Check them out here http://www.acfid.asn.au/membership/our-members

Have an idea, case study, challenge, or conversation the sector needs to hear? Calls for submissions are now open for C...
20/05/2026

Have an idea, case study, challenge, or conversation the sector needs to hear?

Calls for submissions are now open for Concurrent Sessions at ACFID National Conference 2026.

Under the theme Mobilising the Collective: Reshaping Systems for a Just Future, the conference will bring together voices from across the humanitarian and development sector in a participatory space for discussion, learning, and exchange.

We are inviting submission for sessions that encourage discussion, practical learning, innovation, and collective reflection across the sector.

Explore the submission information here: https://acfidconference2026.org/acfid/ -1

Submissions close on 5 June 2026.

ACFID is hosting a series of Introduction to the International Development and Humanitarian Sector Workshops across Bris...
18/05/2026

ACFID is hosting a series of Introduction to the International Development and Humanitarian Sector Workshops across Brisbane, Adelaide, and online in 2026.

These participatory workshops provide an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the sector, explore the historical and political context of international development and humanitarian action in Australia, and learn more about sector good practice and ACFID’s Code of Conduct. The workshops will also feature guest speakers from across ACFID’s membership and create space for networking and further learning.

The workshops are open to all, including those who've recently joined or interested in the development and humanitarian sector. Board members and directors of NGOs and charities working overseas are particularly encouraged to attend.

Brisbane: Thursday 4th June. | Register here: https://acfid.powerappsportals.com/all-events/events-details/?id=7fb97413-e8dc-4c06-b886-d140a48fc566
Adelaide: Thursday 23rd July. | Register here: https://acfid.powerappsportals.com/all-events/events-details/?id=fccbf617-1b68-4531-8d82-59a7ce5e031b
Online: Mornings of 4th and 5th November. | Register here: https://acfid.powerappsportals.com/all-events/events-details/?id=f1ee834f-3c67-4f03-88c7-bc5cfcd3363c

14/05/2026

ACFID is pleased that the Government maintained the aid program amid global cuts, but we have serious concerns there are no projected increases in real terms over the forward estimates and that overall investment remains at historic lows as a share of the federal budget.

ACFID's full analysis outlines what the Budget means across development sectors, how funding has shifted between regions, and broader trends in the overall ODA budget can be read here.

Read the full analysis here:https://acfid.asn.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Final-Budget-Analysis-14.05.2026.pdf

12/05/2026

The 2026-2027 Federal Budget holds the line on aid, but stronger investment is needed in an increasingly unstable world
ACFID welcomes the Government’s commitment to protect the aid program in the face of global cuts, including the increased investment in the Indo-Pacific and support for Australian NGOs working globally. However, at a time when the world is facing rising global conflict, the impacts of climate change, and impending food insecurity from the fuel crisis, Australia has hit an all-time low in generosity, with aid making up just 0.63% percent of the Budget overall.
Read more here: https://acfid.asn.au/federal-budget-holds-for-aid/ See less

Registrations are now open — ACFID National Conference 2026In a time of growing complexity and shifting systems, how do ...
06/05/2026

Registrations are now open — ACFID National Conference 2026

In a time of growing complexity and shifting systems, how do we strengthen our collective voice and impact?

Join us in Canberra for ACFID’s biggest event of the year, bringing people from across the sector together for bold conversations, fresh thinking, and practical connections.

With the theme Mobilising the Collective: Reshaping Systems for a Just Future, the conference is your moment to connect, get inspired, and be part of shaping what’s next for the sector.

Register now for early bird ticket here: https://events.humanitix.com/acfid-national-conference-2026

Learn more about the conference here: https://acfidconference2026.org/acfid

Three quarters of Australians think Australia should maintain or increase the aid budget. As the conflict in the Middle ...
20/04/2026

Three quarters of Australians think Australia should maintain or increase the aid budget. As the conflict in the Middle East drives insecurity, pushes up the cost of fuel and food and makes the future uncertain, we know the value of aid. At less than 1% of the federal budget saves lives, strengthens communities, prevents crises, and helps make a safer world for all.

Add your name in support of Australian Aid at saferworld.org.au

ACFID will be hosting a side event at Women Deliver 2026 in Naarm (Melbourne), together with our co-hosts RDI Network an...
09/04/2026

ACFID will be hosting a side event at Women Deliver 2026 in Naarm (Melbourne), together with our co-hosts RDI Network and First Australians Capital.

Indigenous women across the Oceanic Pacific are leaders in economic change. They are building businesses, creating economic models that honour cultural protocols, and defining what prosperity looks like for their communities and future generations.

The question is not whether Indigenous women can lead economically. They already do. The question is whether international development governance systems and policies are genuinely ready to support that leadership and promote it as best practice across the region.

This session will bring together entrepreneurs, young leaders, development practitioners, and researchers to explore what economic empowerment looks like when Indigenous women define it on their own terms.

We will hear what enables and what hinders Indigenous women's economic participation across generations, and identify concrete pathways toward more equitable, culturally grounded support for Indigenous women's economic self-determination.

WD2026 is the first Women Deliver Conference regionally hosted by the Oceanic Pacific and we are very proud to be part of it. We would love to see you there.

ACFID welcomes the tabling of the Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade report, Democracy and human rig...
01/04/2026

ACFID welcomes the tabling of the Senate Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and Trade report, Democracy and human rights in Myanmar.

The report highlights the increasingly severe geopolitical and humanitarian crisis in Myanmar and, importantly, includes a number of strong recommendations that reflect longstanding priorities of Australia’s humanitarian and development sector. The report also made specific note of key aspects from the ACFID Myanmar Community of Practice submission, recognising that while Australia cannot address the growing humanitarian funding gap alone, it has a clear opportunity and responsibility as a regional leader to do more through an increase to ODA funding.

ACFID encourages the Australian Government to support the recommendations as a matter of urgency and looks forward to the Government’s response.

Read full submission from the ACFID Myanmar Community of Practice here:https://acfid.asn.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ACFID-Submission-to-the-Inquiry-into-the-state-of-democracy-and-human-rights-in-Myanmar.pdf

Read the Senate FADT Committee report here: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Foreign_Affairs_Defence_and_Trade/DemocracyInMyanmar2025/Report

As Australia prepares to host Women Deliver 2026 in less than a month, ACFID is excited for the opportunities this will ...
01/04/2026

As Australia prepares to host Women Deliver 2026 in less than a month, ACFID is excited for the opportunities this will bring to focus on gender equality at a time when it is desperately needed.

As part of this opportunity, ACFID is proud to join international development, humanitarian and philanthropic partners in a cross-sector Call to Action calling for an increased investment in:

- Intersectional local leadership – resourcing the diverse local organisations and movements that advance women’s and girls’ rights, safety, health, economic security and leadership.
- Gender transformative climate resilience – backing women and girls on the frontlines, to lead fair, effective responses to the climate crisis in their communities.
- Adolescent girls’ futures – investing in programs that centre girls’ voice, safety, education, health and leadership.

Read and share the Call to Action here: https://www.aus-ingo-cta-for-women-deliver.com.au/

Racial Justice TrainingOur first Racial Justice Training for 2026 was a full house — bringing ACFID members together to ...
31/03/2026

Racial Justice Training

Our first Racial Justice Training for 2026 was a full house — bringing ACFID members together to explore power, sit with discomfort, and reflect on practical changes to strengthen racial justice in our work.
A big thank you to নবনিতা - Navanita Bhattacharya for facilitating a powerful and thought-provoking session that challenged and inspired participants.

There are still a few spots available for upcoming sessions in April.

Thursday 9 April, 10:00AM–1:00PM AEST | Register here: https://acfid.powerappsportals.com/all-events/events-details/?id=67f85f66-e84b-445d-b1d8-997183bff923
Thursday 16 April, 1:00PM - 4:00PM AEST | Register here: https://acfid.powerappsportals.com/all-events/events-details/?id=7e015431-8c69-4e44-a9c9-ce309b5a70af

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