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AIDA - the Association of International Development Agencies is a coordination forum of international non-governmental organizations (INGOs) in Jerusalem. The 91 member organizations share a common interest in promoting appropriate development and humanitarian programs in the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt). AIDA seeks to support the Palestinian people’s self-development by providing a mechanism to work collaboratively. AIDA's core functions are networking the relief and development assistance community, facilitating information-sharing, and promoting advocacy, security, and training. AIDA will pursue its mission through a range of activities. It will: •	Provide forums for regular discussion on operational issues. •	Coordinate joint actions to help members conduct their work and achieve their aims. •	Advocate on issues as agreed by members and organize joint advocacy activities. •	Provide a bridge between the INGO community and Palestinian civil society and NGOs. •	Facilitate cooperation and coordination with the broader donor community. •	Serve as a contact for external bodies requiring information about INGO activities in the oPt.