About us
The Salvation Army International Development Office (SAID) is a department of The Salvation Army Australia Eastern Territory (which includes NSW, QLD and ACT), working within the field of international aid and development.
The office was established in January 2009 bringing together the AusAID (Australian government) funded programmes and the Australian Eastern Territorial initiatives which have an international focus.
SAID takes its values and governance from The Salvation Army which is a worldwide, faith based, not for profit organisation.
The Salvation Army is a signatory on the Australian Council for International Development (ACFID) code of conduct which defines standards of governance, management, financial control, reporting and complaints handling for non government organisations working in the field of International Development.
More information on the code can be found at the ACFID website on www.acfid.asn.au
MISSION
The Salvation Army International Development Office (SAID) exists to address injustice, poverty and its roots, within developing communities internationally without discrimination.
We do this by working in partnership with women, men and children to meet their physical, economic, social, emotional and spiritual needs in a culturally sensitive manner.
Through this process we aim to see individuals and communities with hope and a positive future.
Our vision is a world restored by the love of Christ, living in dignity and filled with hope.
VALUES
Transformation – We see transformation as a continuing process of positive change, which we foster by responding to human need primarily through development programs. However, we understand at times this may necessitate short-term relief and assistance.
Integrity – We endeavour to be transparent and encourage a spirit of mutual accountability in all dealings with donors, communities and individuals.
Compassion and dignity – We see each person as having inherent value with rights and responsibilities. Therefore we seek to invest in the potential of all people, treating them with respect, valuing them as equals and restoring their sense of self worth.
Partnership – We believe that respectfully working alongside communities and other stakeholders will result in the development and implementation of relevant and effective strategies to meet identified needs.
We believe it is important to provide a bridge between Australian people/organisations with overseas partners so that they have the opportunity to enhance each other’s lives.
Cultural sensitivity - We acknowledge and recognise that all cultures are unique and have innate worth. Therefore our programs are developed jointly with the community in the context of their culture.