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Volunteer sticks his oar in for SCIAF
5 June 2025
SCIAF volunteer Michael will be hoping for calm waters as he takes on a fundraising challenge to kayak the length of Loch Ness.
The future of the Palestinian people is under threat
23 May 2025
We must act now to lend our voices to those seeking a peaceful and just future for all in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
SCIAF staff are on the run
19 May 2025
SCIAF staff will be putting their best foot forward on Sunday 25 May as they run part of the Edinburgh Marathon – relay style!
Helping the people of Zambia through drought
13 May 2025
With £310,000 from the Scottish Government's Humanitarian Emergency Fund, cash transfers were provided to nearly 4,500 families in Zambia.
WEE BOXES wanted
13 May 2025
SCIAF supporters are being urged to return their WEE BOXES, as this year’s memorable Lent Appeal draws to a close.
Scottish Government grant helps the people of Lebanon
8 May 2025
Two Scottish Government Humanitarian Emergency Fund contributions totalling £55,000 have assisted Caritas Lebanon on the front lines of the response, providing essential services through its Primary Healthcare Centers and Mobile Medical Units.
Welcoming our new Holy Father
8 May 2025
Today, with hearts full of hope and gratitude, we welcome the news of the election of our new Holy Father.
Biodiversity protection and resilient communities in Malawi
1 May 2025
This piece, written by Chris MacLullich, SCIAF's Malawi Programme Officer, reflects on how community-led planning and management is crucial to biodiversity protection and creating resilient communities in Malawi.
Scottish Government funding helps people facing hunger in Malawi
29 April 2025
SCIAF has welcomed a contribution of £150,000 from the Scottish Government’s Humanitarian Emergencies Fund (HEF) to provide food for the most vulnerable people in Malawi.
Pope for modern times
27 April 2025
Why Francis was brave to ask uncomfortable questions.
Rest in peace, Pope Francis
21 April 2025
It is with deep respect and heartfelt sadness that SCIAF acknowledges the passing into eternal life of His Holiness, Pope Francis.
Good Friday reflection
18 April 2025
A reflection from Ben Wilson, SCIAF's Director of Public Engagement, on Christ's crucifixion and the sufferings of war.