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Leading Australian charities join together to launch appeal for Türkiye and Syria earthquake emergency 8th February 2023 Earthquake emergency appeal launched for Türkiye and Syria earthquake response Emergency Action Alliance (EAA) has today launched an urgent appeal for people affected by the catastrophic earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria. It is estimated that more than 7,800 […]
The Australian Council for International Development, together with 21 humanitarian agencies, is sounding the alarm on the escalating catastrophe in Sudan — now considered the largest humanitarian crisis in the world. Since April 2023, Sudan has been torn apart by a violent civil conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces […]
We’re delighted to welcome global financial services firm StoneX Group—through its retail trading platform, FOREX.com—as the newest member of the Emergency Action Alliance’s Rapid Response Network. The Rapid Response Network (RRN) is a powerful coalition of media and corporate partners committed to amplifying emergency appeals and driving public support for humanitarian crises. From natural disasters […]
MEDIA RELEASETuesday 2nd April 2025 Myanmar earthquake appeal reaches new levels as Australian Government gives $500,000 to support humanitarian efforts Emergency Action Alliance welcomes news the Australian Federal Government will contribute $500,000 to the Alliance’s Myanmar Earthquake appeal. The funding was announced this morning by Foreign Minister, Senator the Hon Penny Wong, along with $3.5 […]
MEDIA RELEASEMonday 17th March 2025 Emergency Action Alliance welcomes Mat Tinkler as EAA Board Director Emergency Action Alliance has today announced the appointment of Mat Tinkler, CEO of Save the Children Australia, to the EAA Board of Directors. Mat Tinkler is Group CEO of Save the Children Australia and has a high public profile as an advocate […]
MEDIA RELEASEMonday 2nd December 2024 Emergency Action Alliance (EAA) has today announced some changes to its board of directors as it enters an important new stage of development. Mr Matthew Maury stepped down as a board director and Chair on the 30th of November, following his resignation as CEO of Tearfund Australia. Matthew was the […]
MEDIA RELEASEThursday 22nd August, 2024 Australia’s media heavyweights have tackled the growing issue of increasing demand and confusing charity appeals during major disasters at a roundtable in Sydney. The roundtable was hosted by the Emergency Action Alliance which represents 15 major charities, including Save the Children, Oxfam, Plan International Australia and Australia for UNHCR. The […]
MEDIA RELEASEMonday 7th July 2024 Emergency Action Alliance welcomes Cameron Curtis as Independent Director to the EAA Board Emergency Action Alliance has today announced the appointment of Cameron Curtis as its second independent board member. The appointment became effective on 22nd May 2024. Cam brings to the board a wealth of experience in the advertising, […]
MEDIA RELEASEMonday 29th January 2024 Emergency Action Alliance welcomes Dr Jane Connors as first independent Board Director Emergency Action Alliance has today announced the appointment of Dr Jane Connors as its first independent board member. The appointment became effective on 8th January 2024. Dr Connors brings over 30 years of experience and expertise in the […]
Emergency Action Alliance welcomes Aust Gov $5m contribution to Horn of Africa hunger crisis Friday 23 September, 2022 The Emergency Action Alliance (EAA) has welcomed the support of the Australian Government for its Hunger Crisis appeal for Horn of Africa, with the government announcing a $5 million contribution today. Announced by the Hon. Pat Conroy, […]