Sida's Humanitarian Assistance
An increasing number of people, over 320 million, need humanitarian assistance. Sweden's humanitarian assistance through Sida saves lives and alleviates suffering, prioritising the people who need it the most.
In the spotlight: Humanitarian Assistance
Sida's work in Democratic Republic of the Congo
DR Congo is one of the world's poorest and most conflict-ridden countries. Here, despite difficult conditions, Sweden is working for sustainable change for people and entire communities through a combination of humanitarian aid, peacekeeping operations and long-term development cooperation.
Sidas review of applications for humanitarian partnerships starting 2026
In the autumn of 2024, Sida invited organisations to express interest for humanitarian partnerships. The call closed in November 2024. Sida has now (January 2025) carefully reviewed all submissions and selected 25 organisations that will proceed to the next assessment phase.
The selection of CSO partners for Sida
In May 2024, a call to express interest for partnership with Sida during the new CSO Strategy (2025-2029) was announced. The selection process is ongoing. Please find more information about the process, timeline and answers to the most frequently asked questions here. (Updated October 31, 2024).
Our partners
Sida works with a wide range of partners from different sectors of society. We continuously learn from experiences with our cooperation partners and evaluate our partner portfolio to deliver the best possible assistance in each context.
Civil society organisations
A significant part of Sweden’s development assistance is carried out in cooperation with civil society organisations in our partner countries.
Multilateral organisations
Sida collaborates with several multilateral organisations. A large part of the support goes to various UN bodies and the World Bank, and a smaller part to the EU’s joint assistance.
Public sector
Swedish public agencies are important actors in development cooperation. There are many opportunities for Swedish public agencies to get involved and contribute to strengthening their counterparts in a partner country.
Private sector
The private sector has a crucial role to play in global development and poverty reduction. Sida is partnering with companies and private sector organisations that contribute to economic, social and environmental sustainable development.
Research institutions
Sida supports research in and by low-income countries to reduce poverty and build sustainable societies. Our partners are bilateral, regional and global research institutions and research-supporting organisations.
Apply for financial support from Sida
Are you interested in cooperating with Sida and have an idea for a possible development project? Here you can find out where to turn for guidance.
International Training Programmes
Sida's International Training Programme offers key people from institutions in low- and middle-income countries training in implementing reforms. The objective is a transparent, efficient and democratic state administration under the rule of law.
Methods and materials
Sida continuously develops tools and methodological materials to guide our staff. They can also be useful for Sida partners and other stakeholders. See our toolboxes for poverty, gender, environment and peace & conflict.
