Ben Thurley

Ben Thurley

Ben Thurley is political engagement coordinator in Australia for the Micah Challenge, an international campaign that encourages Christians around the world to support the Millennium Development Goals. Thurley previously worked in development advocacy, capacity-building and education at TEAR Australia and the United Nations mission in Nepal.

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Aid cuts make Australia 'a less generous nation'

Aid cuts make Australia 'a less generous nation'

about 12 years ago // Contributor: Ben Thurley

In 2014, the Australian foreign aid budget will decrease for the first time in thirteen years. What does this mean for partners, beneficiaries and the country’s short- and long-term humanitarian commitments? An exclusive opinion by Ben Thurley from the Micah Challenge.