I’m a donor, how can I get involved?

We’d love to have you! Visit the “Get Involved” page on this website as a first port-of-call. Separately, please email us and give us a quick introduction. Please also identify that you are a potential donor.

I believe I have skills that can assist you, how can I get involved?

We’d love to have you too! Again, please register interest as a member first at the “Get Involved” page. Please also keep a lookout on LinkedIn. It’s our primary recruitment portal. If your skills are sensitive in nature, please send us an email and identify yourself. Please also send any resume details. We’ll establish a 1-1 call with our people so you can chat comfortably.

Where is HADRI at with regards to its growth and how are you governed?

HADR Institute Limited operates as a public company limited by guarantee. Our governance structure includes a Board of Directors and an Executive Committee, overseeing our strategic direction and operational effectiveness. We are proud to have a global team of dedicated volunteer contributors who bring diverse perspectives and skills to our organisation.

For detailed insights into our governance, please refer to our constitutional governing document. This document outlines our foundational principles and operational guidelines.

In terms of governance and policy frameworks, we strive for the highest standards. Our frameworks are designed to align with the Australian Council for International Development (ACFID) Code of Conduct. This code represents a voluntary, self-regulatory sector code of good practice, emphasising the importance of improving international development and humanitarian action outcomes. It also focuses on increasing stakeholder trust by enhancing the transparency, accountability, and effectiveness of signatory organisations.

Currently, HADR Institute is in the active process of applying to become a member of ACFID. Achieving this membership will further affirm our commitment to excellence in governance, transparency, and ethical practice in the field of international development and humanitarian assistance.

Is HADRI a Charity and how do your programs work

Yes, HADRI is a recognised charity, approved by the Australian Charities and Non-Profit Commission (ACNC) and endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) with Deductible Gift Recipient Status (DGR ITEM 1). Our operations encompass the following approved charitable subtypes:

1. Public Benevolent Institute (PBI): We focus on providing relief from poverty, sickness, destitution, helplessness, suffering, misfortune, disability, or distress. PBIs can collaborate with other entities or engage others to conduct activities promoting benevolent relief.

2. Social and Public Welfare (SPW): Our efforts are directed towards rebuilding, repairing, or securing assets post-disaster, prioritising vulnerable groups and areas. We also aim to alleviate poverty, distress, or disadvantage among individuals and families, especially those affected by humanitarian crises, including refugees.

3. Protection and Promotion of Human Rights (PHR): In line with the Charities Act and Human Rights Parliamentary Scrutiny Act 2011 (Cth), we focus on the rights and freedoms recognised in seven international conventions and covenants. Our work includes monitoring human rights abuses, aiding victims, researching human rights issues, public education, providing technical advice on human rights, and raising awareness.

Our primary programs are:

• Disaster Intelligence: We provide comprehensive reporting and analysis on global humanitarian crises, supporting humanitarian aid, disaster relief, and resilience activities worldwide.

• Disaster Technology Development: We are creating technology to improve access to information critical for humanitarian assistance, disaster risk reduction, and climate change adaptation.

• Capacity Building and Strengthening: By identifying areas of increased risk, our capacity-building program aims to develop local to national resilience in a sustainable manner.

• Disaster Assistance (In Development): This upcoming program is seeking funding to establish a deployable team to provide direct aid, assessment, and on-site research activities. In addition, this team will be used to help facilitate our partner organisations aid and assistance programs.

Each program is designed to effectively address specific aspects of disaster and humanitarian relief, leveraging our expertise and commitment to making a tangible difference in vulnerable communities worldwide.

What is HADRI Consulting, and how does it relate to HADR Institute’s Commercial Activities?

HADR Institute proudly operates HADRI Consulting Pty LTD as a subsidiary. This entity is wholly owned by our charity and focuses on humanitarian and disaster risk reduction advisory projects. Any surplus revenue generated by HADRI Consulting is channelled back to support our charity’s programs, thereby bolstering our sustainable funding efforts.

Both HADRI Consulting and HADR Institute Limited are recognised service providers, registered with the United Nations Global Marketplace. Furthermore, HADR Institute Limited engages in providing specialised training services to non-beneficiaries for a fee. These fees are then reinvested into our charitable initiatives, particularly for delivering similar training to vulnerable groups as part of our capacity-building efforts.

Additionally, we are developing a software tool intended to aid our mission. Once completed, this software will be accessible for free or at a significantly reduced cost to our beneficiaries, while commercial partners will be required to pay a fee for its use. This strategic approach allows HADR Institute to maintain enhanced flexibility, ensure long-term sustainability, and create a significant impact across multiple sectors.

What technical capabilities does HADR Institute have?

You can read about the diverse capabilities of the HADR Institute team at our capability statement.