January 2024 News
UPDATES
SIDA Annual Review 2023
As we start the new year with lots of exciting offerings on the horizon, we also took the time to reflect on 2023. Check out our latest Annual Review to learn more about what we prioritised last year, as well as the targets and milestones that we reached.
SIDA Annual Survey 2023/2024
Calling all members! Your feedback through this short questionnaire will help us to improve our service delivery and support to members in the coming year.
If you fully complete the survey by Friday 2nd February 2024, you'll be in for a chance to win an EcoSwap gift card worth £100!
Please note, this survey is only open to members of Scotland's International Development Alliance
AI in practice | new webinar series!
Join us for an interactive two-part (45min) webinar series designed to help Scottish INGOs explore what generative AI is, some of the risks, and benefits, of its use.
The series will include interactive examples of AI in use as well as discussion opportunities.
Wednesday 24th January & Tuesday 30th January
12.30 - 13.15
Online
HEADLINES
SIDA chief executive warns of risks of air strikes
Frances Guy writes in the National based on her experience as former ambassador to Yemen.
IRC concerned about the humanitarian impacts of the escalation in Yemen
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is deeply concerned about the impacts of the military escalation in Yemen and the Red Sea for humanitarian needs across the country.
UN relief chief warns global health is “under threat like never before”
The World Health Organization (WHO) is supporting mobile health teams in Sudan's Sennar, Gedaref and RedSea states to provide health care services to those displaced due to the recent escalations of conflict in Al Gezira.
Why a Nigerian coastal town is on the brink of extinction
Ayetoro, a town located along the Atlantic coast in Ilaje, southwestern Nigeria, is on the brink of extinction due to years of recurrent sea incursion.
MEMBER UPDATES
Wellbeing & Sustainable Development Bill Workshop
Join WEAll and SIDA at an info workshop to find out how the Wellbeing & Sustainable Development Bill can support a global outlook in decision making.
Tuesday 30th January
10.00 - 11.00
We Rise Glasgow | Global Justice Youth event
Join Global Justice Youth for a day of inspiring speakers, creative workshops and movement building!
Saturday 3rd February
13.30 - 19.00
Scots urge party leaders to make new year commitment to climate action
SIDA joined a diverse group of organisations to urge Scottish party leaders to heed the calls of hundreds of Scots who have sent personal messages asking them to commit to the fast and fair action needed to address the climate crises in 2024.
Humanitarian Emergency Fund update
Please see the HEF updates presented to the CPG on 16 January, including the latest on humanitarian funding for loss and damage.
Signpost International vacancy - Education and Community Worker
Check out the latest vacancy from Signpost International, a Christian charity committed to tackling the root causes of poverty and inequality, both locally and internationally.
Islamic Relief releases exciting interactive resource to mark 40 years of service
Marking 40 years of serving humanity, Islamic Relief has released a treasure trove of previously unpublished stories and photographs.
Gaia Education announcing a new EU project - CURIOSOIL
The primary aim of CurioSoil is to bring soil education to primary, secondary and tertiary levels across Europe. It will target students, teachers, heads of schools, educators and the public.
SIDA UPDATES
What's in store for 2024?
This year, we have plenty of plans in place to achieve our strategic goals and support our members in creating a fairer world. We also hope you’ll get involved to help steer and deliver our activities, so that we can become a truly member-led organisation.
Safeguarding in practice
Join us for a practical session on safeguarding in global sustainable development, with an emphasis on locally led projects.
Tuesday 27th February
13.00 - 14.30
Online
CEO peer group
If you are a CEO or Executive of a Scottish INGO, our next Executive Peer Group will be strategising on how to strengthen relationships with your boards.
All CEOs and Executives welcome!
Thursday 25th January
10.30 - 12.00
Online
Roadshow - Stepping up to the SDGs
Join our University Roadshow event, ‘Stepping up to the SDGs’ at Strathclyde Technology and Innovation Centre, and find out how organisations across Scotland and partners in Zambia, Malawi and Rwanda are working together to progress the SDGs.
Friday 23rd February
13.00 - 16.00
Join the conversation on our Member Hub!
When engaging in international travel for your organisation, what documents do you need? SIDA members have been sharing advice on the best ways to organise travel documents for staff.
Remember, SIDA members can access our Member Hub to share ideas, collaborate on projects, and strengthen their networks!
Funding update of the month
Type of project: Whole Planet Foundation is seeking to fund organisations working across four key areas: Economic Opportunity; Resilient Farming; Food Security and Energy & Water.
Location: Latin America and the Carribiean
For more info, or to apply, click below:
OTHER NEWS & RESOURCES
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Company No. SC307352
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