At Aid/Watch, we believe in Solidarity, Not Charity. For over 30 years, we’ve stood at the forefront of advocacy, research, and action to challenge exploitative aid programs, militarised policies, and destructive extractivism. Our work is driven by justice, peace, and the courage to reimagine a world beyond exploitation. But we can’t do it alone.
Your membership is more than a contribution—it’s a commitment to a just and equitable future. By joining Aid/Watch, you’ll strengthen our ability to respond to urgent challenges and help us build long-term campaigns that make a difference. Together, we can tackle the intersection of militarisation, extractivism, exploitative development, amplifying the voices of communities fighting for their rights and cleaner and safer futures.
Why Become An Aid/Watch Member?
YOU’RE JOINING A MOVEMENT THAT REIMAGINES AID
Aid/Watch rejects outdated, charity-driven models of aid. Instead, we work in solidarity with partners, particularly in the Asia-Pacific, to co-create anti-racist, people-centered alternatives. Our work amplifies the knowledge, leadership, and priorities of communities in the Global South, challenging exploitative structures and envisioning aid programs rooted in justice and equity.
YOU’RE SUPPORTING ALTERNATIVES TO DEVELOPMENT AGGRESSION
From greenwashing to extractivism disguised as climate action, we’re holding corporations and governments accountable. Our work on the Transition Minerals Tracker and campaigns like Stop Lynas highlights the human and ecological costs of mining while advocating for just, community-driven alternatives and Degrowth.
YOU’RE SUPPORTING ALTERNATIVES TO DEVELOPMENT AGGRESSION
From greenwashing to extractivism disguised as climate action, we’re holding corporations and governments accountable. Our work on the Transition Minerals Tracker and campaigns like Stop Lynas highlights the human and ecological costs of mining while advocating for just, community-driven alternatives and Degrowth.
YOU’RE ADVOCATING FOR PEACE —NOT MILITARISATION
Australia’s aid policies are increasingly intertwined with military and US-led geopolitical strategic objectives, often at the expense of peace, justice, and sovereignty in our region. Aid/Watch is leading the charge to expose and challenge this militarisation, advocating instead for policies that prioritise genuine human and environmental security as well as decent regional relationships.
YOU’RE STANDING IN SOLIDARITY WITH PEOPLE’S STRUGGLES
Whether it’s Indigenous communities resisting land grabs, human rights defenders fighting exploitation, or frontline activists challenging authoritarian regimes, Aid/Watch stands alongside those on the frontlines. Your membership directly supports these movements for justice.
WHAT YOU GET AS AN AID/WATCH MEMBER
- Regular updates on our campaigns, research, and advocacy efforts and free webinars.
- A voice in shaping our strategy through participation in our AGM.
- Opportunities to contribute to newsletters, research, and campaigns.
- The ability to vote or stand for election to our Committee of Management.
Help Us Do More!
Aid/Watch operates with a small but dedicated volunteer team and an even smaller budget. Your regular membership or donation provides the strength, stability, and flexibility we need to remain responsive in a rapidly changing world. Together, we can amplify voices, hold corporations accountable, and push for transformative change.
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