Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence to meet with the Irish Emergency Alliance to discuss the work of their organisation

Speaking ahead of the meeting, Committee Cathaoirleach Deputy Charlie Flanagan said: “The Irish Emergency Alliance (IEA) is a joint appeals mechanism in which Irish humanitarian organisations consolidate their fundraising efforts for greater long-term efficiency and impact.”

“Its members are ActionAid, Christian Aid, Plan International, Self Help Africa, Tearfund, Trócaire and World Vision. These members have programmes in a total of 93 different countries across the globe which enables them to respond quickly and effectively when an emergency occurs.”

“The IEA is based on a model proven in a large number of OECD countries to provide a ‘one-stop shop’ for the media, corporate partners, the public and International humanitarian organisations. Bringing reputable, effective and efficient humanitarian organisations together under one umbrella increases engagement from the Irish public, the media and corporate partners, resulting in a greater spread and impact of government funds.”

“We look forward to discussing the work of the IEA and other related matters with representatives.”

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