Emma Langley
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"I am very grateful to have had the chance to be part of a group of passionate and dedicated students in the Oxfam at Memorial University (MUN) chapter for the past two years. I am inspired by what we have achieved working and learning together. I have learned so much and I have grown immensely as an activist for social justice.
"I particularly enjoyed organizing and leading a symposium on international development issues, attending the Atlantic Regional Youth CHANGE Summit, being a part of a national action to stop land grabs, and learning about Oxfam’s campaigns together with the members of Oxfam at MUN.
"I am drawn to Oxfam because of its focus on multiple interconnected issues with an emphasis on gender equality. I am inspired by Oxfam’s partnership approach; I think this aspect of Oxfam’s work distinguishes it as an organization."
Emma Langley, Atlantic Canada
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The latest analysis on hunger in Gaza confirms famine in Gaza City and nearby areas. Famine is projected to expand to Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis by the end of September. After 22 months of relentless conflict, over half a million people in the Gaza Strip are facing catastrophic conditions, characterized by starvation, destitution and death. Another 1.07 million people—54 percent of the population—are facing emergency levels of hunger. At Oxfam, we’ve been focused on the fight to end hunger since our founding. So, we’re going to define what exactly is famine, what causes it, share an example of a famine, and explain how people like you can help stop famine in its tracks.
This year, particularly, a day like this has never been more important with global aid cuts, and rising crises in countries like Palestine, South Sudan, Congo, Somalia, Ukraine and Syria. Oxfam Canada honours the bravery, dedication, and compassion of all humanitarian workers. We also recognize the local organizations and community leaders who are the first responders in times of crisis. Their knowledge, resilience, and commitment are the backbone of humanitarian action.
