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With MasterChef now wrapped for another year, there will be ample time this month to get swept away in election fever. Well, perhaps not. Perhaps it may feel a little more like drowning in a sea of sound bites and at times the candidates may induce in us an uncomfortable cold sweat; but there is no denying that this month the democratic process will take its rightful place on Australia’s centre-stage.
Election 2010 is unique for a number of reasons, not the least of which is the opportunity to vote for our nation’s first female Prime Minister. But for Australians whose worldview extends beyond the confines of their own electorate, 2010 also presents a unique opportunity to call for leadership on international aid and development before the clock runs out on the Millennium Development Goals.
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Brazil’s poverty makes its aid donations both natural and surprising
An increasing amount of the aid that is reaching poor countries is now coming from other parts of the global south, particularly from middle-income countries such as Brazil, India and China, writes humanitarian aid worker, Conor Foley.
The Guardian, July 21, 2010
Humanitarian aid down 11 pct in 2009, role of financial crisis unclear – report
Global humanitarian assistance fell by 11 percent between 2008 and 2009, from $16.9 billion to $15.1 billion, according to an annual report compiled by UK-based research group Development Initiatives.
Reuters AlertNet, July 14, 2010
Silence on graft fight speaks volumes
The recent visit to Papua New Guinea by Foreign Minister Stephen Smith highlights the disturbing incapacity of the Port Moresby government to cope with the mounting challenges it faces, and Australia's refusal to confront a culture of corruption and conflict that is tearing the place apart, says Paul Cleary.
The Australian, July 13, 2010
Advancing innovative development and aid strategies in the Asia-Pacific
The Lowy Institute hosted a conference titled “Advancing Innovative Development and Aid Strategies in the Asia-Pacific: Accelerating the Millennium Development Goals” in Sydney from 16 to 18 June 2010. The Institute brought together key decision makers from government, civil society, multilateral and country donors, and the private sector with an interest in the Asia-Pacific region.
Australia.to News, July 9, 2010
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Foreign aid’s peaceful purpose
“What would happen if we [the USA] limited our foreign aid to 3 percent of our federal budget? To think about that, let’s first think about why we even give foreign aid. Is it for altruistic or selfish purposes?” asks Ken Schatz.
The Tampa Tribune, July 24, 2010
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AusAID is the Australian Government agency responsible for managing Australia’s overseas aid program. The objective of the aid program is to assist developing countries reduce poverty and achieve sustainable development in line with Australia’s national interest. The site includes: news and information about the countries AusAID supports; an online edition of the agency’s magazine, Focus; research reports commissioned by AusAID to improve development effectiveness; and links to other AusAID-supported resources such as the Australian Development Gateway and the Global Education website |
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Check out the ABC’s new free-to-air 24-hour news channel ABC News 24 which provides live, continuous news coverage of breaking stories from Australia and around the world.
ABC News 24 is available on HD TV Channel 24, streamed live online, also available on iView.
Another important current affairs program that explores global and local issues is SBS TV’s Dateline program which is broadcast on SBS1, 8:30pm Sunday (repeated 1:30pm Monday) or on SBS2, 7:30pm Wednesday.
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“It is not from your own possessions that you are bestowing alms on the poor, you are but restoring to them what is theirs by right.
For what was given to everyone for the use of all, you have taken for your exclusive use.
The earth belongs not to the rich, but to everyone.
Thus, far from giving lavishly, you are but paying part of your debt.”
St Ambrose
Source: CAFOD
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Six months on: Building a Better Haiti
In the six months since Haiti was ravaged by a 7.0 magnitude earthquake, Caritas has helped more than 2.3 million Haitians to rebuild and renew in the wake of unprecedented devastation. Read more »»
We're halfway! Back Team Caritas in the City2Surf
Show your support for the Caritas team members who will be walking 14 kilometres on August 8 to honor the poorest of the poor. Join in the team effort and help us raise $10,000 Read more »» Video: Why Jack is walking the talk >>
Caritasnews magazine: now available online
Download the entire Winter edition of Caritasnews magazine (7Mb PDF) or read it online
Catholics need compassion, communion, conscience in AIDS work
Caritas Internationalis Secretary General Lesley-Anne Knight says that the Catholic approach to HIV and AIDS must be underpinned by compassion, communion, and conscience. Read more »»
AIDS funding gap puts lives at risk
Caritas Internationalis warns that a gap in funding for HIV programmes worldwide will set back the campaign on AIDS by 20 years. Read more »»
Conflict in Southern Sudan
In a major joint project with United Nations and EU agencies, Caritas Internationalis is providing emergency aid to victims of LRA attacks in Southern Sudan. Read more »»
Warm shelters for conflict-hit Kyrgyzstan
Caritas Internationalis is launching an appeal for USD 5.8 million (EUR 4.6 million) to help families affected by conflict in Kyrgyzstan. Over 14,000 people will be supported in building warm shelters before winter arrives. They will also receive warm bedding. Read more »»
WHAT’S ON:
The Blueprint now in Canberra
Blueprint for a Better World is a travelling multimedia exhibition which gives a practical face to the eight Millennium Development Goals.
Where: Old Parliament House
When: 10 July – 18 August 2010
Free entry to exhibition but
entry to the Museum of Australian Democracy is $1 per child, $2 per adult and $5 per family
Stand Up, 17–19 September
The major mass mobilisation event this year for Make Poverty History is ‘Stand Up’.
Put this date in your diary and commit to holding an event.
POSITIONS VACANT:
Website Editor – Online Marketing, full time 37.5 hours per week
Are you a motivated self-starter with a passion for online marketing and social justice? Caritas Australia is seeking a fulltime Website Editor — Online Marketing to drive an online marketing strategy and assist with the maintenance of content across a range of its online activities. Read more »»
Country Representative – Timor Leste, 3 year contract role based in Dili
Caritas Australia's program in Timor-Leste is founded on a deep belief in, and commitment to, the capacity of the people of Timor-Leste to manage their own development. The Country Representative’s primary role is to manage Caritas Australia’s humanitarian and development programs in Timor-Leste. Read more »»
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Election call for More Aid, Better Aid
