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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.
Maryhill churches come together to forge 'a better world'
17 April 2025
Rev Stuart Matthews, the minister of Maryhill Ruchill Parish Church, and Fr Jim Lawlor of the Immaculate Conception RC Church have forged a strong partnership over the last few years, with community at the centre of everything they do.
We cannot forget Gaza
11 April 2025
The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza may have drifted slightly from our television screens, but the suffering has in no way dissipated.
MSPs put politics aside for SCIAF’s WEE BOX
8 April 2025
MSPs from all of Scotland's parties put politics aside to give their backing to SCIAF’s WEE BOX appeal 2025.
Education for all
1 April 2025
We believe education is for all, and we won’t give up until everyone is included.
SCIAF launches Myanmar Emergency Appeal
1 April 2025
SCIAF has launched an urgent appeal to support communities devastated by the powerful earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday.
‘Freeman’ Elaine backs SCIAF WEE BOX
27 March 2025
Hot on the heels of being awarded the freedom of her home city, Elaine C Smith is now backing SCIAF’s WEE BOX appeal and urging people get behind it.