Keep up to date on all things SCIAF and find out about work that we are doing right now across the world.
SCIAF monitors deteriorating situation in DRC
30 January 2025
SCIAF is monitoring with grave concern the deteriorating humanitarian situation which is unfolding in the Democratic Republic of Congo. SCIAF has worked in the DRC since 2001.
We pray for people affected by devastating floods in DR Congo
19 December 2022
We are saddened to hear that the death toll in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to rise following recent flooding.
Humanitarian emergencies: how we respond with love
2 September 2022
In this long-read, we take a look at why SCIAF is able to respond so quickly to emergencies around the world, the difference your donations make, and how we support people to rebuild their lives in the longer term.
A message from SCIAF Ambassadors Ricky Ross and Lorraine McIntosh
15 May 2020
Ricky and Lorraine travelled to the DR Congo in January this year and they are very concerned about how people there will be affected by coronavirus.
A day in the life of Christina
8 April 2020
Learn about a day in the life of Christina, a 13 year old girl who lives in a small village in the DR Congo.
Meet Archbishop François Xavier Maroy of Bukavu
3 April 2020
His Archdiocese works closely with SCIAF to provide medical care and practical support for victims of sexual violence.
Lila's story
25 March 2020
After Lila's uncle died, her community accused her of witchcraft. She suffered many injuries and still feels lonely and excluded from other children.
Condi's story
17 March 2020
Condi is working towards gaining an education and achieving her dreams after falling pregnant due to rape.
Georgina's story
17 March 2020
Georgina was forced to flee her family home as her church congregation accused her of witchcraft.
A celebration of women's achievements
6 March 2020
Louise Joyce, our Policy Officer who oversees projects in the DR Congo, has written a blog post to praise women who have been empowered by one of our projects.
Deacon Blue stars launch our WEE BOX Appeal
26 February 2020
After returning from the DR Congo, Deacon Blue stars Lorraine McIntosh and Ricky Ross launched our 2020 WEE BOX BIG CHANGE Appeal.
Iris' story
21 January 2020
Iris was betrayed by a friend which resulted in her being drugged, raped, and left unconscious to die.