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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

[NEWS FLASH] - Our peer mentoring scheme is relaunching - do you want to find out more? Join our info session: 22.10 - 1pm - Online - Register here - lnkd.in/eabnnBrs More info - www.swidn.org.uk/event/swidn-...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

SWIDN Community Spotlight: Louisa Adjoa Parker Writer, poet and EDI consultant Louisa explores identity, belonging and the power of storytelling to amplify underrepresented voices. Read our conversation: www.swidn.org.uk/news/stories...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

You're invited to the SWIDN Road Show! 20th Nov - Bristol - The Create Centre 26th Nov - Exeter - Venue TBC It is a chance to meet others working in international development, hear about some positive changes at SWIDN and find out more about new member benefits. www.swidn.org.uk/events/

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Upcoming SWIDN Events: 2nd October – NGO Directors WG 22nd October - SWIDN Mentoring re-launch info session. 20th & 26th November - SWIDN Roadshow (In person) 3rd Dec & 26th November – In person Festive Celebrations (Bristol & Exeter) See you there! 🔗 swidn.org.uk/events www.swidn.org.uk/events

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We want to celebrate SWIDN member Deki - They've positively impacted nearly 1000 cooperative members since the start of 2026. In partnership with IADES-Togo and local communities, their programmes help improve livelihoods and empower women to become leaders in their communities.

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

SWIDN MEMBER EVENT: NGO Directors Working Group Come ready to share, brainstorm and connect with others facing similar challenges and doing similar work across the South West. If you would like to join the group and/or attend the Working Groups, please email info@swidn.org.uk.

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

SWIDN Annual Conference SAVE THE DATE 20th & 21st January 📍Online 🎟️ Free & Open to all Join us for a day of learning, connecting and reflecting together with peers working towards global justice from across the South West - More details to follow

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

SWIDN Member Ripple Effect are hiring for multiple roles with a hybrid set up, working partially from their Bath office. You can review the roles they have available here: rippleeffect.org/careers/uk/

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Everyone at Ripple Effect is working hard to end poverty for good. Would you like to be part of this change? Our dedicated UK team, headquartered in…

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

UPCOMING EVENT: NGO Directors Working Group 7th October - 1pm - Online A friendly, confidential space for NGO leaders to support each other. It’s a peer-led group and we welcome newcomers from amongst the SWIDN membership. Please email info@swidn.org.uk to join.

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Did you know? From just £50/year, SWIDN members get access to resources worth over £3,000 - including training discounts and funding opportunities sent to your inbox. 🔗 Learn more: www.swidn.org.uk/membership-o...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

SWIDN Member Hub Cymru Africa are recruiting for a Communications Manager - Excellent Welsh language communication skills are essential. More info: lnkd.in/exUvBpwr

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

On the blog: A conversation with Phil Tunstall, Director of STAND on Transforming Lives & Tacking Waste - “What may no longer be needed by one person can become life-changing for someone else.” We'd love to invite you to read the full conversation on our blog: www.swidn.org.uk/news/spotlig...

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Spotlight on STAND: A conversation with Phil Tunstall about Transforming Lives and Tackling Waste. | SWIDN

Phil Tunstall is the Director of STAND, a UK-based charity dedicated to repurposing prosthetic limbs to improve lives across Sub-Saharan Africa. From humble ...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

At SWIDN our values guide how we show up: integrity, reflexivity, celebrating people & relationships, collaboration, intersectionality and solidarity. We turn values into action to strengthen civil society and create fairer, more inclusive opportunities for all.

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Our community is everything - it's the foundation of what SWIDN is. So receiving wonderful feedback like this is wonderful to hear - thank you so much! If you’d like to become a member you can find out more here: lnkd.in/eQyzCQPH - We’d love to have you!

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

On 24th September, SWIDN Member WONDER Foundation are exploring what we can learn about supporting women to build greater economic security, agency and resilience with the support of voices from across their Kumulisa Project. Register here: lnkd.in/ea4DE_iq

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Meet Sam 👋 SWIDN's Network Coordinator. Alongside running a coworking space in Somerset, Sam helps keep SWIDN's membership and systems running smoothly, creating more time for meaningful connections across the network. Outside of work, you'll find him cycling, hiking or outdoor swimming. 💚

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

One of the greatest strengths of our network is connection. Across all of our events, we create space for conversation. Members also get dedicated networking & co-working opportunities. Together we strengthen impact for global justice. Find out more: www.swidn.org.uk/membership-o...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

SWIDN Member Frank Water are looking for a Finance Trustee. Closing date is 19th September - click here for more info: www.frankwater.com/work-with-us/

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Member Spotlight - Dolen Cymru Lesotho On our blog, Co-Executive Director Cath shares Dolen’s journey, their literacy work in Lesotho, and how they’re rethinking what partnership and anti-racist practice look like in the sector. Find out more about our memberships: www.swidn.org.uk/membership-o...

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Spotlight on Dolen Cymru Lesotho: 40 Years of Global Solidarity Between Wales and Lesotho | SWIDN

For more than four decades,SWIDN Member Dolen Cymru Lesotho has been quietly building something powerful: long-term, people-to-people connections between Wa ...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Tomorrow is International Day of Charity - While we're actively moving away from charity towards solidarity - tomorrow is a moment to celebrate the people & organisations that put justice into action.

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Looking for funding? 💡 SWIDN members get monthly funding round-ups & access to a funding database (worth over£500), all from £50/yr. Plus discounted training, mentorship & a supportive network. Join today & never miss an opportunity: www.swidn.org.uk/membership-o...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Decolonisation requires ongoing learning, reflection and action. Our four-part series explores what decolonisation can mean in practice, with ideas and tools for individuals and organisations working towards global justice. Read Part One: lnkd.in/eiPrrhwu More on our news page: lnkd.in/drJ_Z-UM

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Taking Action on Decolonisation: A Toolkit for Practice (Week 1) | SWIDN

Over the last 5 years in particular, SWIDN has been working to tackle coloniality and colonialism in international development. Like most, we are on a journ ...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

September's newsletter is nearly ready to go; here’s what to expect: ✨ Events & updates 🧩 Inspirational member spotlights 🗣️ Sector news & insights 🔗 Jobs & resources Not signed up? Subscribe here & get 25% off your first year of SWIDN membership: swidn.myflodesk.com/ixunsl92hv

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Join SWIDN member Temwa and supporters in Devon to trek the Valley of the Rocks in support of communities in Northern Malawi. Event date: 12th September More info here: lnkd.in/evQ6TAKu

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The richest 10% of people globally own 75% of personal wealth and 53% of global income (World Inequality Report 2025). Across the SWIDN, members are working alongside communities and partners to reduce inequality in meaningful ways. Become part of our network from £50 a year: lnkd.in/ekRWHbss

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

SWIDN Member Reef World Foundation are currently recruiting for a Marketing Consultant. If you're a strategic marketing professional who enjoys building plans that turn vision into measurable action, they'd love to hear from you. More info: lnkd.in/gAqJYY73

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

SWIDN TEAM SPOTLIGHT: We'd love to give a big shout out to Rachel Haynes! Rachel is the Co-Chair of Trustees at SWIDN and a key part of our team. A fun fact about Rachel is that she's the co-owner of a very old (120 years old) wooden sailing boat AND a synchronised swimmer!

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

SWIDN Member Hub Cymru Africa are hosting a shared learning event exploring what it means in practice to shift decision-making power to local partners and how organisations can move to genuinely locally-led approaches. Register here: lnkd.in/eq3zY5tp To join them on 23rd September at 12pm

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

UPCOMING EVENT: NGO Directors Working Group 7th Sep A friendly, confidential space for NGO leaders to support each other. It’s a peer-led group and we welcome newcomers from amongst the SWIDN membership. Please email info@swidn.org.uk to join.

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

SWIDN Member Sabre Education are recruiting for a Director of Fundraising and Communications - for more information and to apply visit their recruitment partners website: lnkd.in/eY-7ggGY

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

NEW ON THE BLOG: Thank you to Clara for sharing the story behind the African Mountain Research Foundation’s work with us. Read the full member spotlight here: lnkd.in/eaXjw676

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Congratulations to SWIDN member CHASE Africa & their partner Mount Kenya Trust on the award of a 3 year grant to support their incredible work! Chase Africa support partner organisations that enable access to healthcare while building resilience to climate change. Find out more: bit.ly/3TntqN6

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

August is National Wellness Month - In this sector we realise that caring for others is important, but so is caring for yourself - gift one of these to yourself this week: 🚶 Walk in nature 📚 Read for fun 🥗 Try a new recipe ✍️ Journal 🙏 Meditate

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Did you know? From just £50/year, SWIDN members get access to resources worth over £3,000 - including training discounts, mentorship and funding opportunities sent to your inbox. 🔗 Learn more: www.swidn.org.uk/membership-o...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

We Are Feminist Leaders invite you to submit your creative piece by 31st August to contribute to an open-access Anthology of Resistance ✍️ 🎨 📷 More info: lnkd.in/e2kcvwVg

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

🗓 Dates for your diary August is a quiet month for SWIDN but we have a few important dates that we'd love to share with you! 🟢 NGO Directors Working Group - 7th Sep - 13:00 - 13:45 - Online 🟢 Annual Conference (open to all) - 14-15th October - Online More info: www.swidn.org.uk/events/

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

SWIDN Member Spotlight: AYDA & Founder Lucy Njomo. AYDA is leading an ambitious initiative in Cameroon: the AYDA Vocational Centre, which will provide teenage orphans and vulnerable street youth with vocational training, mentorship, and a safe space to learn. Read more: lnkd.in/eKrF_mjB

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

MEET THE TEAM: Rebecca I’m passionate about helping values centred organisations to grow and flourish. My favourite thing about SWIDN is that we're always seeking to improve & support others in doing the same, especially when it comes to decolonisation - it's an honour to be a part of that.

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

SWIDN Member Deki are looking for Trustees to join their team. This is a remote role, if you want to make a real difference and have experience in Marketing, Law or International Development, Deki would love to hear from you. Reach out at hello@deki.org.uk Visit their website: www.deki.org.uk

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

📬 We’ve got something special for you! Opt in to the SWIDN newsletter and receive 25% off the first year of your SWIDN Membership. Sign up here: lnkd.in/ehb952DR Find out more about our membership: www.swidn.org.uk/membership-o...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

NEW ON THE BLOG: What can RNLI’s programme management teach us about working towards more locally led approaches in international development? Thank you to Rachel Roland, Senior International Programme Manager at the RNLI for sharing her insight and her time. Read the blog here: lnkd.in/eW4Su292

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Looking for funding? 💡 SWIDN members get monthly funding round-ups & access to a funding database (worth over£500), all from £50/yr. Plus discounted training, resources & a supportive network. Join today & never miss an opportunity: www.swidn.org.uk/membership-o...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

NEW ON THE BLOG: Changing the Story: How The Advocacy Team Is Reconnecting the Public with Global Justice with Lorriann Robinson. We spoke with her about why she believes the sector’s most difficult moment might also be its most transformative. Read here: lnkd.in/erFjps8r

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

NEW ON THE BLOG: Building Solidarity from Bristol to Mozambique: A conversation with Bristol Link with Beira An inspiring insight into international solidarity in action and the value of partnerships that benefit both cities. Take a look: lnkd.in/eprh8qU9

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

As Pride Month comes to a close, we reflect on and celebrate the diversity of LGBTQ+ communities. Inclusion isn't time-bound, and we're committed to championing equity, belonging and justice all year round. 🌈 We'd love to leave you with a short read from our blog: lnkd.in/eGdTTeCF

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Join us in Bristol to celebrate summer, meet the team, and connect with other international development professionals. Members and non-members are welcome to network, with food and drinks available to purchase from the bar. 17th July | 17:00 - 19:00 More info: www.swidn.org.uk/event/swidn-...

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Join The SWIDN Team! We're on the hunt for a Network Coordinator and a Voluntary Trustee to join our team. For more information visit: www.swidn.org.uk/jobs/ or email info@swidn.org.uk

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Social Media for Small Charities Workshop 📆 26th June ⏰ 13:00 - 14:00 💻 Online Register: lnkd.in/ejcFtjNG This working group is part of the support we provide our members on fundraising. If you would like to join as a member, please email us at info@swidn.org.uk

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South West International Development Network @swidn.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

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