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Registration for training on: Safe, Responsible and Effective AI Usage 28 February 2026 ACFID invites staff from all member organisations to register for our free, four‑session training program: Safe, Responsiblle and Effective AI Usage. Developed by Plan International Australia in partnership with AVPN and The University of Melbourne’s Centre for AI and Digital Ethics (CAIDE), the program includes four modules:
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ACFID Connect Session: 2025 OECD DAC Peer Review of Australia 03 March 2026 Last month the OECD Development Assistance Committee released their Report on Australia's 2025 Peer Review. Peer Reviews are an OECD DAC process that takes place every 5-6 years where DAC members review a donor country's development assistance program, highlight good practice and recommend improvements. Join us to discuss ACFID's summary of the Report including 10 key take aways of most relevance to Australian NGOs.
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Introduction to the Sector - Sydney 04 March 2026 ACFID is hosting this one-day introductory workshop for staff, board members, and other personnel who are new to the International Development and Humanitarian Sector. This participatory face-to-face workshop 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 DFAT and ACFID member organisations; and, opportunities for networking and further learning. ACFID members are eligible for discounted and/or complementary tickets. Please note, you must be logged into your MyACFID account to access these tickets. Face to Face events Salvation Army Australia Headquarters 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM |
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04 March 2026 ACFID CEO Connects are a new series of in-person networking events designed exclusively for CEOs and senior leaders of ACFID member organisations. Held up to three times a year in key locations including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide, these gatherings will offer a unique opportunity to share innovative practices, explore strategic challenges, and strengthen leadership connections. The agenda for this first event will be finalised in early 2026, and circulated to registrants. The event will include updates from ACFID CEO, Matthew Maury. Nibbles will be provided. Face to Face events Caritas Australia Office 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM |
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ACFID Connect: Is Your Organisation Built for a World That No Longer Exists? 12 March 2026 Join this ACFID Connect, facilitated by Archie Law AM, who will unpack the transformation journey of an ACFID Member, Act for Peace. This session is designed specifically for governance leaders who are grappling with the issue of whether incremental change in their organisations will be enough. We will explore how Act for Peace moved beyond the comfort zone and embraced transformation by initiating hard conversations long before they were forced to. Webinars Online 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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ACFID Connect Session: AIFFP Design Update 13 March 2026 ACFID has been engaging with DFAT colleagues on the Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) to host a consultation with our members on its updated design. DFAT have shared the following description: The AIFFP will be presenting to the members of the Australian Council for International Development (ACFID) and other invited attendees to provide an overview of the AIFFP and an update on its current activities. The AIFFP team will also provide an update on it’s Pacific Climate Infrastructure Financing Partnership (PCIFP).High-quality, sustainable infrastructure is an investment in a more connected and economically vibrant future. Australia is backing Pacific priorities and will invest an additional $550 million in official developmental assistance (ODA) grants through the Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP), including for digital infrastructure development. The new commitment brings the AIFFP’s total facility financing to $4.55 billion, comprising a $3 billion loan cap and $1.55 billion in ODA grants. Please join for the presentation and a Q&A on 13 March. An additional one-page document will be provided to attendees prior to the meeting. Webinars Online 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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ACFID Connect Session: DFAT Risk and Safeguarding Requirements 17 March 2026 The Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) will join us to delve into their procurement process. In 2024-25, NGOs accounted for only 9% of all DFAT procurement tenders, down from 13% in 2023-24. More importantly, none of these bids were won by NGOs in either of these years. NGOs are typically 10% of attendees at procurement-related events and industry briefings, and participation could be higher. Knowledge gaps are among the factors that limit NGO participation in DFAT procurement tenders. To address the gaps that limit NGO participation in DFAT procurement, ACFID hosted the first session of this series in December 2025, focused on doing business with DFAT and understanding its tender requirements. This second session will provide an overview of DFAT’s Development Risk Management framework, including links to implementation of investments including roles and accountabilities, ways of working and sharing of risk information and reports, outline the safeguards requirements that apply to DFAT business with a focus on policies relating to Child Protection, Preventing Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment, and Environmental and Social Safeguards. Webinars Online 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM |
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Introduction to the Sector - Melbourne 25 March 2026 ACFID is hosting this one-day introductory workshop for staff, board members, and other personnel who are new to the International Development and Humanitarian Sector. This participatory face-to-face workshop 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 DFAT and ACFID member organisations; and, opportunities for networking and further learning. ACFID members are eligible for discounted and/or complementary tickets. Please note, you must be logged into your MyACFID account to access these tickets. Face to Face events AVI Office 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM |
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25 March 2026 ACFID CEO Connects are a new series of in-person networking events designed exclusively for CEOs and senior leaders of ACFID member organisations. Held up to three times a year in key locations including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide, these gatherings will offer a unique opportunity to share innovative practices, explore strategic challenges, and strengthening leadership connections. The agenda for this first event will be finalised in early 2026, and circulated to registrants. The event will include updates from ACFID CEO, Matthew Maury. Nibbles will be provided. Face to Face events Save the Children Australia Office 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM |
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03 June 2026 ACFID CEO Connects are a new series of in-person networking events designed exclusively for CEOs and senior leaders of ACFID member organisations. Held up to three times a year in key locations including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide, these gatherings will offer a unique opportunity to share innovative practices, explore strategic challenges, and strengthening leadership connections. The agenda for this first event will be finalised in early 2026, and circulated to registrants. The event will include updates from ACFID CEO, Matthew Maury. Nibbles will be provided. Face to Face events Kyeema Foundation 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM |
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