Out of the Storm and Towards Global Solidarity
Join us on 16th March for a networking event!
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.
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
RESCHEDULED - CPG on International Development: Grounding Scotland's global impact in law
7th March 2023
Scotland’s ambition is to make a positive contribution internationally and we have various existing and potential legislation…
The Gathering 2023 :: Christian Aid
28th February 2023
Christian Aid are hosting their annual supporter event on 28th February. This virtual event brings together the Christian Aid…
Out of the Storm and Towards Global Solidarity: a networking event
16th March 2023
We're delighted to be hosting our first in-person networking event of 2023, 'Out of the Storm and Towards Global Solidarity'.
Exploring the challenges (post Brexit) and opportunities for transnational knowledge exchange
2nd February 2023
Carr Gomm and Inspire Alba are coming together for a virtual meeting to discuss what is currently available to support…
Scotland's Feminist Approach to Foreign Policy & International Development
15th February 2023
The Scottish Government is hosting a public consultation on Scotland's feminist approach to foreign policy & international…
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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.
Online Course: Developing Skills for Women Leadership in Climate Action
Women4Climate is pleased to announce the launch of Developing Skills for Women Leadership in Climate Action, a 4-week online course. This online course aims to empower and inspire women and girls to strengthen their leadership skills in order to deliver green climate initiatives rooted in the principles of inclusion and equity.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: In conversation with Srabani Sen
A short video interview between CEO of Full Colour, Srabani Sen, and Alliance board member Sam Ross, discussing the importance of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
Summary for Wellbeing and Sustainable Development (Scotland) Bill
Access a summary of our recently published report which called on the Scottish Government to prioritise commitments on wellbeing and sustainable development in the global context.
News View All
Scotland's International Development Alliance publish 2022 Annual Review
Racism in the aid sector: FCDO response to the Committee’s First Report
The UK Government has responded to the groundbreaking 'Racism in the aid sector' report launched by the International Development Committee in June 2022.
What's next for the Alliance?
Hear from Louise Davies, Head of Policy and Communications at the Alliance, as she explores key themes and priorities for 2023.
Oxfam publish 'Survival of the Richest' report highlighting disparity between extreme wealth and rising poverty
New Oxfam report shows that extreme poverty increases as billionaires’ fortunes balloon by $2.7bn-a-day (£2bn) in UK and around the world.
Season's Greetings from the Alliance
We're signing off for 2022, and want to say a huge thank you to all of our friends, collaborators and colleagues.