Is Scotland spilling over? Measuring Scotland's impact in the NPF
Check out our new report here.
Global Citizenship in a Challenging World
Catch up on the Alliance Annual Conference 2022.
Time to chart a new path for sustainable development
Our new report urges the Scottish Government to commit to global solidarity.
Towards a Wellbeing & Sustainable Development Scotland Bill
Our new report calls on the SG to prioritise work on wellbeing & sustainable development.
Scottish Government International Development Programming
This draft paper explores how the SG should design & implement its contribution to global solidarity.
Facing the Crisis
Check out our new digital exhibition showcasing impacts and responses to the climate crisis across the globe.
Welcome to Scotland's International Development Alliance
Scotland's International Development Alliance is the membership body for everyone committed to creating a fairer world, free from poverty, injustice and environmental threats.
We offer a range of services for our members. Browse our main areas of work below, or use the main menu above.
Policy Work
We broker connections between our members and decision-makers, while also providing a platform to develop a collective voice on important issues.
Knowledge Exchange
Find out more about our work to share the wide range of experience and knowledge of our community.
Community
By participating in an active network, organisations can become more effective. Together we can make better progress towards meeting our international development goals.
Humanitarian Action & Global Citizenship
The Alliance has expanded into a new area of work which has the aim of building global solidarity in Scotland and in its relationships with other communities around the world in a very practical, hands-on way.
Global Citizenship Steering Group
Find out more about the Global Citizenship Steering Group, and keep up to date with the excellent work they are doing!
Safeguarding
Our Safer for All Safeguarding support package provides guidance and resources to strengthen safeguarding standards and capacity in organisations working internationally.
Humanitarian Emergency Fund
The Humanitarian Emergency Fund (HEF) is a £ 1 million a year fund provided by the Scottish Government to respond to overseas humanitarian emergencies.
Join Scotland's International Development Alliance and be part of Scotland's international development community.
Events View All
Stop Climate Chaos Scotland :: Collective action for climate & nature: communicating with decision makers
14th June 2023
Join Stop Climate Chaos Scotland for a hybrid supporter meeting exploring collective action for climate & nature.
CBM UK :: Climate, Disability Inclusion, Wellbeing & Development
13th June 2023
Join CBM UK for an in-person event addressing the challenges of climate change, disability inclusion and mental health and…
CEOs and Executive Directors Peer Group Introductory Session
20th June 2023
Join Scotland's International Development Alliance for this peer group discussion!
Resources View All
10 Steps to Safe Medical Equipment Donations
Safely donated medical equipment can be an important part of healthcare around the world, but did you know 70% of donated medical equipment never gets put to its intended use! Follow the 10 Step Guide from the Scottish Global Health Co-ordination Unit to ensure safe and effective donations.
Responding to the Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (Scotland) Bill consultation
Guidance for anyone interested in responding to the members bill consultation on a Wellbeing and Sustainable Development Bill for Scotland.
Türkiye and Syria Earthquake – How to Help
Following the devastating earthquake in Türkiye and Syria, we've gathered some resources to help you take action.
Measuring Scotland’s Global Impact in the National Performance Framework
The National Performance Framework (NPF) is a framework for Scotland to enable decision-making to support national wellbeing. The Framework measures progress against National Outcomes, using a range of economic, social and environmental indicators. The National Outcomes are due to be reviewed this year and, as such, the Alliance has taken the opportunity to commission some research into how they could better measure Scotland's global impact.
Scottish Government International Development New Programming for 2023+
Earlier this year, the Scottish Government International Development Team provided an update on the overall future shape of their Programme for 2023+ and next steps. The slides are now available for members to view.
News View All
Scottish Government announce funding for life-saving vaccine research in Zambia
Following a visit from President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia and a meeting with the First Minister, the Scottish Government has announced £1 million of funding for life-saving vaccine research in Zambia.
UK Minister for International Development announces new vision for UK development
International Development Minister Andrew Mitchell spoke today at Chatham House on a new vision for UK development to improve global prosperity and reduce poverty.
Coalition creates new guidance to support a safe and effective medical donation system
A new group involving the NHS, The Scottish Government and Kids Operating Room (KidsOR) is bidding to improve the global healthcare donation system, which sees 70% of equipment never put to its intended use.
Solidarity with Sudan
Scotland's International Development Alliance stands in solidarity with all those caught in the conflict in Sudan.
How is the Overseas Development Assistance budget being spent?
The UK government has now published two sets of data over the last two weeks providing information on how ODA is being spent - we take a closer look.