October 2023 News
UPDATES
Sustainable development goals for future generations: playing your part | The Gathering
One month on from our Annual Conference, we're continuing the conversation about the SDGs, at this year's Gathering in Edinburgh. This session aims to inspire Scottish civil society to play it's part in delivering the Sustainable Development Goals and supporting peace and prosperity.
November 8th, 15.00 - 16.00
EICC, Edinburgh
Members roundtable with Anne McLaughlin MP
Members of Scotland’s International Development Alliance are invited to join a roundtable discussion with the new SNP International Development Spokesperson in Westminster, Anne McLaughlin.
November 3rd, 11.00 - 12.00
SCIAF, Glasgow
***MEMBERS ONLY***
Join the Conversation on Language
SIDA is continuing it's work on language within the sector, and we're working hard to ensure that our language is not perpetuating the colonial and racist narrative that has dominated the sector historically.
Join the conversation on our Member Hub!
HEADLINES
Reflections on Palestine and Israel
For our members who have colleagues seeking to provide succour to those most in need despite their own deprivation, we can only express our total solidarity and hope that the small amount of aid trickling through Rafah offers some solace of sorts.
Civilians, children pay heavy price in Israel-Hamas conflict
Civilians on both sides have paid a heavy price since militants from Hamas and Palestine Islamic Jihad launched a deadly assault inside Israel on 7 October.
Afghanistan earthquakes: Taliban interference in aid efforts is affecting disaster response
Over 1,000 people are thought to have been killed in the latest earthquake to hit Afghanistan. But the realities of Taliban rule are starting to have an impact on the ground, as relations between the authorities and NGOs fray.
Humanitarian needs in Sudan grow as funding gap widens, IFRC warns
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) issues an urgent call for international support as Sudan's humanitarian crisis intensifies, and the funding gap widens..
MEMBER UPDATES
Volunteering and Global Citizenship Conference 2023
The McConnell International Foundation, in partnership with the Scottish Government, is delighted to invite you to join us for this timely event to examine the role of international volunteering in global citizenship and sustainable development.
EMMS Vacancy: Director of Programmes
This senior position is an opportunity for a Programmes professional to contribute to shaping an international development organisation addressing some of the most important issues of our time.
DSA Webinar on climate and development finance
How can development and climate finance systems better align to be more effective? Are there opportunities for climate and development actors to work together?
November 8th, 12.30 - 13.30
Online
Upcoming professional learning for early years
Check out these upcoming courses from the Global Citizenship in Scotland initiative, exploring learning resources and teaching materials for early years learning.
Communication Officer (Maternity Cover)
Signpost International, a Dundee based community development agency, are looking for a communications officer to join their team of staff and volunteers.
SIDA UPDATES
For the attention of all SIDA members:
The SIDA AGM will be held virtually on Wednesday 29th November at 1pm GMT.
Please nominate someone you know for the board of trustees: ideally the Board is looking for someone with experience of networking with business or the private sector and for someone with experience of a range of different roles within the third sector, but anyone with a passion for promoting global sustainable development is very welcome.
A candidate needs to be nominated by two full organisational members.
Deadline for nominations is 12pm on Friday 10th November 2023. More details on the role of a trustee and the nomination form can be found below.
Welcome Fatima to the SIDA Team!
We're delighted to welcome Fatima to our team, as our Evaluation and Impact Officer. Fatima is responsible for monitoring and evaluation at SIDA, helping design and put in practice a results-based system to track and demonstrate our progress, and to learn how we can maximize our impact.
Welcome Ashley to the SIDA Team!
We're also exited to welcome Ashley to the SIDA team! As Knowledge Exchange Officer, Ashley coordinates SIDA’s program of learning and training activities, including peer knowledge exchange events, and SIDA’s mentoring program.
Global Citizenship Principles: Call for Collaboration
SIDA is developing a set of global citizenship principles to help organisations in Scotland raise awareness and take action on global challenges. We are looking for partners who can help us with research, design, testing, and dissemination of this project.
Should reparations form a greater part of Scotland's approach to global affairs?
The meeting will hear from Black/minority ethnic voices, from Scotland and globally, to develop anti-racist, anti-colonial foreign policy priorities for Scotland.
October 25th, 16.00 - 19.30
University of Glasgow and online
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Medical Equipment Donations | 10 Steps Workshop
Join this webinar with NHS Scotland’s Global Citizenship programme, where we’ll explore best practice for medical equipment donations.
October 30th, 14.00 - 15.30
Online
CPG International Development
Join us for the latest Cross Party Group on International Development, exploring approaches beyond GDP and a Feminist Wellbeing Economy.
November 7th, 18.00 - 19.30
Scottish Parliament, and Online
Funding update of the month
BBC Radio 4 Appeal
Type of project: The Radio 4 Appeal is a weekly 3-minute programme highlighting the work of a charity and appealing for donations to support its activities. The appeal aims to provide an opportunity for raising money and awareness to a variety of charities with UK or international scope and/or significance.
Closing date: 4 December
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