Now is the time to support international transformation
CBM Australia over the years has partnered with philanthropic trusts and foundations who are also committed to ending the cycle of poverty and disability in developing countries. The recent impact of global events such as COVID-19 has been catastrophic for people with disabilities living in poverty who lack access to critical public health information, health care and medicines including vaccines.
Further compounding this health crisis is loss of income to support their families, increased violence and reduced access to disability support services required by many to live independently.
This is on top of existing dire circumstances already acknowledged by governments around the world who have signed the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Everyone agrees that widespread action is needed.
CBM Australia has the expertise to direct and advise partners on helping those most in need living in low income countries, but driving lasting change requires financial investment to sustainably build communities and empower individuals.
With COVID-19, continued failure to act now will result in the loss of valuable lives through the denial of fundamental human rights and destroy previous gains in this area.
CBM Australia is part of CBM Global federation.
Where can you direct your support?
One billion people globally have a disability and 80% of people with disabilities are living in poverty.
People with disabilities living in poverty face stigma, violence and discrimination. Additionally, they lack or are denied access to their human rights including education, health care, rehabilitation, assistive devices, safe and accessible living environments, and work opportunities.
Partnering with philanthropic trusts and foundations have allowed us to begin making change, however there is more that needs to be done. See how philanthropic partnership efforts have already and are continuing to change the lives of people with disabilities.
Fistula in Nigeria
Obstetric fistula is a mostly preventable health condition affecting between 50,000 and 100,000 women worldwide each year. Find out how you can help improve access to quality health services and eliminate obstetric fistula.
Trachoma in Kenya
On the global scale of poverty, Kenya can be found in the bottom quarter and is officially a country of ‘low human development’. Discover how you can help Kenyans fight against this bacterial infection with your generous donations.
Emergency and crises response
When disaster strikes, the most vulnerable are people with disabilities, older people, pregnant women and children. See how your philanthropic funding can help those most in need today.
Mental health in Indonesia
Inequalities and injustices exist. However, for people living with mental health conditions in Indonesia, these inequalities and injustices are immense. Learn more about our fight to shine a light on mental health issues for people living in poverty.
Blindness in PNG
PNG has one of the highest prevalence of blindness worldwide and the majority of Papua New Guineans are not aware that eye impairments may be reversible. See how donations have funded eye surgeries and provided assistive optical equipment to help restore vision.
Our commitment to you
- A dedicated Relationship Manager
- Personalised Impact Reports — Bi-annual ($20,000+)
- Invitations to CBM Australia events
- Funding opportunities based on personal preferences
Our visionary supporters
Dr Wall’s legacy continuing to create positive social change
Dr Victor John Wall was passionate about creating positive social change, and supporting those less fortunate than him. He lived these values through his long-term support of CBM Australia, having first donated in 2005 and increasing the value and frequency of gifts until 2017, when he died after a battle with cancer. Vic’s generosity over 12 years of support helped to transform the lives of countless people living in poverty, including those with disabilities, around the world.
We’d love to hear from you
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is the world’s globally agreed plan for peace and prosperity for all on a healthy planet. Upholding the rights and ensuring the full inclusion of the world’s one billion persons with disabilities is not only a moral imperative, but a practical necessity.
Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions
Australia is often referred to as “The Lucky Country” and most of us are fortunate enough to have been born or immigrated here. However, for the one billion vulnerable and forgotten people with an existing or acquired disability living in poverty, their most basic human rights are often denied.
Inequalities and injustices exist. However, for people with disabilities living in poverty, these inequalities and injustices are immense. And with the added complications of COVID-19, catastrophic.
Success is when all human rights are respected and millions of people living with disabilities and their families benefit from capacity-building projects that enable access to essential health services, education, employment, and safety when disaster events strike.
CBM Australia has built an exemplary reputation over decades as a global leader and trusted partner agitating alongside the disability movement to transform the lives of millions of people with disabilities, ensuring their rights become a reality.
Investing in international programs will result in major impact with a lasting positive ripple effect, bringing hope and joy to millions.
CBM is DFAT accredited and is experienced in preparing robust monitoring frameworks to systematically collect valuable information and insights about the program’s impact, implementation, and effectiveness.
CBM’s quality team will monitor the number of people whose lives are positively impacted, partners engaged to deliver systemic transformation and the essential driving force of all catalytic change.
In 2022, for every dollar given to CBM Australia, 75 cents supported programs and 20 cents generated funds to support future programs, leaving 5 cents to deliver accountability and administration. For every dollar we spend on fundraising we raise nearly four times that amount.
75% Programs
20% Fundraising
5% Accountability & Admin
As seen in the 2022 annual report.
Here at CBM, we believe in our hearts that our mission is to try to be the hands and feet of Jesus to help improve the lives of people with disabilities living in poverty. We feel called to build a more inclusive world for some of the most disadvantaged people in the world and are absolutely focused on the double disadvantage of disability and poverty. Quite often we find the people we go to help are of different religious backgrounds and we don’t engage in missionary or evangelical work in the field. CBM follows the model of Jesus by assisting all people who need help regardless of their religious, cultural or faith backgrounds.
CBM Australia is a company limited by guarantee under the Australian Corporations Act and a registered Charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has given CBM Australia the status of a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), granted exemption from Income Tax and provided concessions for Fringe Benefits Tax and GST.
CBM Australia is accredited by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), which is responsible for managing Australia’s aid program. To maintain accreditation, CBM Australia’s systems, policies and processes are rigorously reviewed, every five years and mid-term, by the Australian government. CBM Australia receives and gratefully acknowledges support through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP).
CBM Australia is a signatory to the Australian Council for International Development (ACFID) Code of Conduct, which is a voluntary, self-regulatory sector code of good practice. As a signatory, we are committed and fully adhere to the ACFID Code of Conduct, ensuring transparency, accountability and integrity in our work. For further information on the Code, visit acfid.asn.au/content/read-code. CBM Australia CEO Jane Edge is Vice President (Finance) on the ACFID Board.
In 2022, CBM Australia continued as a Member of the Centre for Social Purpose, the Fundraising Institute of Australia (FIA) and the Association for Data-Driven Marketing & Advertising (ADMA). CBM Australia is committed to full alignment with the FIA Code of Conduct and relevant components of the ADMA Code of Practice.
Other ways to bring hope and joy
Gift in Will
A gift in your Will helps people with disabilities living in the poorest places on earth access health services and education, and live life to the fullest for generations to come.
Corporate giving
Support or partner with CBM Australia to discover the many ways that your organisation can positively impact lives.
Advocacy
Disability advocacy is central to our mission of transforming the lives of people with disabilities in the world’s poorest communities.