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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: 

  • What is AI? 
  • Risks and Realities of AI 
  • Using Platforms and Prompts 
  • Agents and Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAGs) 

Training

12:00 AM - 06:03 PM

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

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

ACFID CEO Connect: Melbourne

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

Racial Justice Training (Option 1)

31 March 2026

Participants who will be attending the Racial Justice Policy Writeshops later in the year, are strongly encouraged to attend this Racial Justice Training.

 

ACFID members are invited to attend a half-day training on racial justice. The purpose of these trainings is to help ACFID members understand and implement racial justice and anti-racism strategies in their workplace. The training will also support members meet the new ACFID Code Commitments related to Anti-Racism and Racial Justice. 

Training

01:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Racial Justice Training (Option 2)

09 April 2026

This is a repeat workshop for ACFID members. This workshop’s content is the same as Racial Justice Training (Workshop 1) and is being held on a different day, date, and time to accommodate ACFID Members.  

 

Participants who will be attending the Racial Justice Policy Writeshops later in the year, are strongly encouraged to attend this Racial Justice Training. 

 

ACFID members are invited to attend a half-day training on racial justice. The purpose of these trainings is to help ACFID members understand and implement racial justice and anti-racism strategies in their workplace. The training will also support members meet the new ACFID Code Commitments related to Anti-Racism and Racial Justice. 

Training

10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Racial Justice Policy Writeshop (1 of 2)

30 April 2026

ACFID members are invited to join the upcoming online Racial Justice Policy Writeshop. The purpose of the Writeshop is to help ACFID members develop a policy, statement or guideline that articulates their organisational commitment to the pursuit of racial justice. 

Training

01:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Racial Justice Policy Writeshop (2 of 2)

14 May 2026

ACFID members are invited to join the upcoming online Racial Justice Policy Writeshop. The purpose of the Writeshop is to help ACFID members develop a policy, statement or guideline that articulates their organisational commitment to the pursuit of racial justice. 

Training

01:00 PM - 04:00 PM

ACFID CEO Connect: Brisbane

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

Introduction to the Sector - Brisbane

04 June 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

TBC

09:00 AM - 04:30 PM