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News

Welcome to News at HQAI! Here you can dive into a collection of stories from audited, strategic and financial partners, from auditors and people affected by crisis who share their experience of working with us. We appreciate the insight of others on our work as independent auditor in the humanitarian and development sector.

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ACT Alliance appeal upheld

The Independent Appeal Panel upholds ACT Alliance's appeal. HQAI Secretariat withdraws the major finding and lifts suspension.

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Why accreditation matters

Accreditation is a key requirement for certification bodies as it offers several advantages that improve the quality of their services.

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Committees New Members

Successful election of the esteemed candidates to the General Assembly and the Advisory and Complaints Board (ACB).

News posts

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CHS story of change series – Medair’s environmental commitment

June 2020

Here CHS Alliance member Medair shares insights into what they are doing to meet Commitment Nine of the CHS.

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CHS story of change series – CAFOD’s partnership model

July 2020

Here CHS Alliance member CAFOD shares insights into how they are working with partners to meet Commitment Five of the CHS.

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A valuable innovation

2017

Kate Halff shares her view on HQAI's potential in the humanitarian and development sector.

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Getting off the banana skin

April 2018

Rezaul Karim Chowdhury, Executive Director of Coast Trust shares his experience of becoming certified!

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Jo Thomson's experience as an auditor

April 2019

An auditor's testimonial.

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Johnny O'Regan's experience as an auditor

April 2019

An auditor's testimonial.

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Birgit Spiewok's experience as an auditor

October 2019

An auditor's testimonial.

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Claire Goudsmit's experience as an auditor

August 2018

An auditor's testimonial.

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Auditor training 2020

July 2020

Read more about what it takes - and what it means - to join our team of auditors.

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Localisation

September 2020

What is HQAI's potential to support the localisation agenda?

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HQAI strategy is out!

December 2019

HQAI's 2020-2023 roadmap to enhance quality and accountability in the sector.

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We are here for good reasons

December 2019

We are proud to publish a document that explains how we got from the JEEAR to here.