What We Do

No one should have to struggle to survive on less than 70 pence a day which is why, for over 45 years, SCIAF has been helping some of the world’s poorest people – regardless of race or religion – to work towards a brighter future.

Helping People to Help Themselves

Tackling the Causes of Poverty
Here in Scotland, we are working to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice. Unfair trade, debt and climate change all cause and sustain poverty. With the support of thousands of people across Scotland, we campaign for a fairer share of the world’s resources for those whose voices are not heard. We also visit schools and parishes across Scotland to talk about our work and encourage people to get involved.

Responding to Disasters
When disaster strikes, we work with local partners and with Caritas Internationalis (the world’s largest network of aid and development agencies) to get help to those who need it – fast. As well as providing short-term, emergency supplies of food, water, shelter and medical care, we give communities the long-term support they need to help them recover, rebuild and get back on their feet.

Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach him how to fish, and he'll eat for life.