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Support for call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

22 February, 2024

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Act for Peace, the international humanitarian agency of the National Council of Churches in Australia, fully supports the Australian Government’s call for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.

New CEO to champion the voice of displaced people

24 January, 2024

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We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Elijah Buol OAM to the role of Act for Peace’s Chief Executive Officer, commencing in February this year.

Act for Peace welcomes Leigh Cleave as Chair of the Board.

19 January, 2024

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A conversation with Act for Peace’s recently appointed Chair of the Board who brings over 25 years of expertise to lead our organisation towards a more just and peaceful world.

How to support the people affected by the conflict in Gaza right now

24 October, 2023

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In times of crisis, it is essential that we continue to make considered decisions that do not endanger more lives than are already at risk. We’ve put together this guide to share just a few ways you can support those impacted by the horrifying crisis unfolding in Gaza.

Policy paves way for hope

4 September, 2023

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Last month, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade Penny Wong, released the government’s new International Development Policy, outlining its priorities for Australia’s international development program. What does this new Policy mean for refugees and people affected by displacement?

Fundraising Goals: Meet Gloria

12 July, 2023

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When Gloria signed up for the Act for Peace Trek for Refugees, she was a fundraising beginner. But with some creativity, a lot of ambition, and the backing of her community, she went on to raise almost $10k to help create a world where everyone belongs.

Honouring Refugee Week

19 June, 2023

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Honouring Refugee Week June 18 2023, marks the start of Refugee Week. This year, the theme is Finding Freedom which encourages us to consider ‘what does it mean to be free?’.

Ration Challenge: Meet the Team

23 May, 2023

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Meet the team behind the Ration Challenge. By taking the Ration Challenge, you’ll be raising money to help bring life-changing support to refugees and people who have been forcibly displaced from their homes.

Vanuatu cyclones: An update from our local partner 06/04

6 April, 2023

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In the first week of March 2023, a rare double cyclone event occurred in Vanuatu. Here’s how our local partner is responding.

Standing with Ukrainians through one year of war

24 February, 2023

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One year into the war, we remain committed to helping displacement-affected Ukrainians, through our trusted partner, Hungarian Interchurch Aid.

In an increasingly challenging global world, it’s important we teach young people empathy

17 February, 2023

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Developing empathy will help young people navigate the world with understanding, compassion, and resilience.

Adapting to climate change in Zimbabwe through sustainable livelihoods

3 February, 2023

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As the impacts of climate change threaten Zimbabwe’s people and ecosystems, our local partner is working with communities to help them adapt and cope better with an uncertain future.

Back to school: Supporting refugee education in Sri Lanka

19 January, 2023

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As millions of young people across Australia prepare to go back to school this week, it’s important to remind ourselves that quality education still isn’t a right that everyone can access.

Progress we’ve made together for displaced people in 2022

23 December, 2022

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Our CEO, Janet Cousens, shares some highlights from our work together in 2022 to support families displaced by conflict and disaster.

Report from Jordan: How Ration Challenge funds are helping refugees

17 November, 2022

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In October, the Act for Peace team travelled to Jordan to meet with our partner and see how funds provided by the Ration Challenge are making a difference to the lives of refugees living there.

Six months since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war: An update from our partner

26 August, 2022

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We mustn’t forget the human cost of this ongoing conflict, but we’d also like to take a moment to recognise the extraordinary work of our ACT Alliance partner, Hungarian Interchurch Aid (HIA).

It doesn’t have to be this way: Tackling climate-driven displacement

26 July, 2022

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As climate change worsens, we’re working to understand what drives displacement and backing communities on the frontline of this crisis.

Supporting Afghans uprooted from their homes

26 July, 2022

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Since August last year, we’ve raised $436,000 to help our local partner provide emergency aid to the most crisis-affected Afghans.

Ukraine emergency: Helping the innocent families uprooted by this crisis

26 July, 2022

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On the 24th February, Russian troops invaded Ukraine. Together, we’ve made supporting the families uprooted by this crisis a priority ever since.

Honouring World Refugee Day & Refugee Week 2022

20 June, 2022

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Change can start in the way we behave towards one another. To honour these important moments, we’re calling for a kindness reset.

UNHCR agrees to change problematic language around refugees

17 June, 2022

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In a huge win for Act for Peace’s joint advocacy efforts, the UNHCR High Commissioner has agreed to cease using the problematic term ‘persons of concern’ when referring to refugees, stateless persons and other people impacted by displacement.

A historic week for Australia

23 May, 2022

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This week, we have witnessed two key moments in history. Now is the time for Australians to push for action to help address the world’s greatest challenges.

More than 1.5 million Ukrainian refugees have fled the country. Here’s how our partner is helping.

7 March, 2022

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As we enter the 11th day of the Ukraine crisis, our ACT Alliance partners are working around the clock to prepare and send truckloads of relief to support families forced to flee.

Turning COP26 goals into action for displaced people

16 February, 2022

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With the outcomes of COP26 fresh in our minds, we shine a spotlight on proactive change already taking place in communities like Bulubete Village in Central Sulawesi.

Gaza Update: Helping the children of Gaza heal after the May 2021 bombings

16 February, 2022

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Your support last year has been crucial to getting kids in Gaza impacted by he May 2021 bombings the mental health support they need to heal.

Emergency Update: Helping Afghans find safe refuge

16 February, 2022

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Afghanistan is in the grip of a chronic humanitarian crisis, caused by prolonged, violent conflict and exacerbated by poverty, drought and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Latest update: Tonga Emergency

21 January, 2022

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Since our emergency appeal went live on Monday, more pictures and reports have emerged which are beginning to show the extent of damage caused by Saturday’s volcanic eruption in Tonga.

A decade of sorrow in Syria: Showing refugee families they’re not alone

6 September, 2021

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This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Syrian conflict, which has claimed more than half a million lives and forced more than 12 million people from their homes.

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