News
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Annual Report 2024 Out
Our 2024 annual report is now available. Discover more about HQAI’s work, partners, and lessons learned.
HQAI Strategy 2024 - 2029 is Out!
HQAI's new strategy to enhance accountability and quality in the humanitarian and development ecosystem.
News posts
In loving Memory of Dr. Sue Anne Wallace
March 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr Sue Anne Wallace.
CHS 2024: Stronger Standard for Better Aid - What You Need to Know
March 2024
Launch of the updated CHS. All you need to know.
Beyond Verification: Embracing Certification for Greater Impact
March 2024
Insights of Dutch Relief Alliance, Help a Child, and Tearfund Netherlands.
Revised CHS
February 2024
A stronger Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS) driven by crisis-affected people and communities will be officially launched in March 2024.
Intermediary Impact Study
February 2024
Promising Results: Measuring CHS Commitments Leads to Stronger Accountability and Improved Quality
World Renew’s CHS Certification journey
January 2024
Interview with Carol Bremer-Bennett, Executive Director, US, Barbara Kayanja, Regional Director, East Africa, Kohima Daring, Country Director, Bangladesh.
Consultancy: Review of HQAI’s complaint and appeal mechanisms
January 2024
We are currently seeking to hire a consultant who can review HQAI's complaint and appeal mechanisms.
HQAI Certification process against the CHS
January 2024
The Key to Successful Humanitarian and Development Initiatives: Learn more about it.
CAFOD Launches The SADI Approach After CHS Audit
December 2023
CAFOD launches SADI Approach to enhance accountability and inclusivity after its CHS audit.
HiHFAD’s CHS Certification journey
December 2023
Interview with Essam Abdely, Program Development & Grants Manager at HiHFAD.
Successful election of the esteemed candidates to the General Assembly and the Advisory and Complaint Board (ACB)
December 2023
We are delighted to officially declare the successful election of the esteemed candidates to the General Assembly and the Advisory and Complaint Board (ACB).
ACT Alliance appeal upheld
November 2023
Independent Appeal Panel upholds appeal by ACT Alliance.