June 2024 News HEADLINESScottish Government announce £250,000 Humanitarian Emergency Funding for KenyaExternal Affairs Secretary Angus Robertson has pledged funding of £250,000 to aid charities responding to those affected by the severe flooding in Kenya through the Scottish Government’s Humanitarian Emergency Fund (HEF). Contribution to international development: report 2021 to 2023The Scottish Government have published their "Contribution to international development" report, covering 2021 - 2023. Scotland’s National Outcomes review – why you should care and how to get involved!This is an opportunity to respond to the National Outcomes inquiry, encouraging a more global outlook across decision making in Scotland. Read our responses and please contribute your own! FOCUS ON GAZAHumanitarian response in GazaWe hear from a number of SIDA members providing crucial humanitarian support in Gaza as the crisis continues to worsen. We cannot let this situation become the new normalFrances Guy, CEO of SIDA, provides a personal reflection on the ongoing situation in Gaza. The future of UNRWA and Palestinian refugees - 21st JuneAs part of Refugee Festival Scotland, this talk addresses the role UNRWA plays for Palestinian refugees. Organised by Glasgow Refugee Asylum and Migration Network. MEMBER UPDATESChristian Aid | Breaking New Ground – Loss and Damage in EthiopiaWe hear from Christian Aid on their Humanitarian Emergency Fund funded project tackling the impacts of climate change in Ethiopia. Oxfam welcomes vital Scottish Government funding for Kenyan flood survivorsOxfam provide an update on humanitarian funding to help survivors of unprecedented flooding in the Kenyan capital Nairobi. On Call Africa embarking on journey of localisationBen Margetts, CEO of On Call Africa, on his decision to step down as CEO as part of the team’s commitment to localisation, as they search for a new director based in Zambia. Friends of the Earth Scotland | Fundraising ManagerFriends of the Earth Scotland is seeking an organised and effective fundraiser to increase the current level of grants and donations to the organisation. SIDA UPDATESThe UK General Election could be our chance to ‘shift the power’ towards global justiceAs the pace quickens towards a General Election, all of us working on sustainable development have an opportunity to highlight our vision of a fairer, more equal world. SIDA Conference 4th September 2024Has your organisation developed anti racist, decolonised practices for your own internal working? We're looking for members to share best practice at the conference, and would love to hear from you. GISF Forum in EdinburghGlobal Interagency Security Forum is hosting an event in Edinburgh in September, and invite members of SIDA to apply to attend. Please contact admin@intdevalliance.scot for more information. Financial Governance: What makes an NGO financially successful?In this webinar on Wednesday 24th July, we'll look at new and changing forms of funding with Chris Meyer zu Natrup of MzN International. SIDA | Treasurer for Board of TrusteesAre you interested in joining SIDA’s Board of Trustees? Do you have a background in accounting? We are looking for a new Treasurer to provide key financial support and guidance to the board and staff. Closing date: 28th June Join the conversation on our Member Hub!See what other members are exploring this We would love to hear your thoughts! Join this conversation and more on our Member Hub. OTHER NEWS & RESOURCESRegistered Scottish Charity No. SC035314 |