history and support

A group of small relief and development NGOs, charities and student societies, many linked with the University of Cambridge, have been meeting together for the past three years. During this period of increasing communication, opportunities for more formal collaboration have emerged. Increasing operational involvement with the aid community prompted these organisations to explore together their contributions, using an academic environment as a base.

With the generous support of the Sir Halley Stewart Trust , a staff position was established in September 2006, coinciding with a decision by the University of Cambridge to support the Humanitarian Centre through use of rooms at the Fenner's sports centre. Over the past year, a number of services and activities have been developed, as the number of organisations using the Humanitarian Centre has increased.

As well as support from a large number of individuals, the Humanitarian Centre is very grateful for the financial support of the following bodies:

University of Cambridge Active Community Fund and Society Syndicate, Isaac Newton Trust, The Golden Bottle Trust, BT Community Awards, and a number of Cambridge Colleges.

In addition, the Isaac Newton Trust and Cambridge Careers Service have supported interns carrying out activities at the Humanitarian Centre.