by Lina HolguinToday, mining companies and civil society organizations came together to ask the Government of…
Human rights in crisis in 2013: Oxfam was there
We witnessed a continuing barrage of natural disasters, such as floods, hurricanes and cyclones. And conflicts…
The simple saw helps the Philippines recover the “tree of life”
Typhoon Haiyan caused widespread damage to livelihoods. Among the worst affected, was coconut farming with millions…
Typhoon Haiyan: Rebuilding a just and resilient society
This post was written by Lan Mercado, Oxfam’s Deputy Regional Director in Asia. She served as…
Oxfam rice seed distribution in the Philippines
Oxfam started distributing 400 tons of rice seeds in six rural municipalities south of Tacloban on…
Oxfam Partners Speaking Up for Women’s Rights
by Melanie Gallant Violence against women and girls is an attack on human rights – it…
Statement on International Human Rights Day
Statement by Robert Fox, Oxfam Canada Executive Director In South Africa, every six hours a woman…
At the Polling Station with Nelson Mandela, 1994
by Meyer Brownstone My first and most memorable encounter with Nelson Mandela coincided with a moment…
Syria’s refugees: Surviving through the kindness of strangers
It was the kindness of strangers. When Aziz fled from the Syrian conflict to Lebanon, he…
From shadow into light: Tackling gender violence through photography
As part of the international campaign “16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence,” Oxfam in Mali, Wildaf –…
By Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of Oxfam International, and Raymond Offenheiser, President of Oxfam America Jobs,…
Rising from the rubble in the Philippines
By Cherian Matthews, Regional Director of Oxfam in Asia I have just returned from the typhoon-ravaged…
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Oxfam reaction to Gaza ceasefire deal
Reacting to the announcement of the first stage of a ceasefire deal in Gaza, Oxfam International’s Executive Director Amitabh Behar said: “The announcement of the first stage of a ceasefire deal in Gaza by all parties is a desperately needed step towards ending Israel’s genocide in Gaza. We welcome the release of Israeli hostages and…
Two thirds of climate funding for Global South is loans as rich countries profiteer from escalating climate crisis
New research by Oxfam and CARE Climate Justice Centre, published today, finds developing countries are now paying more back to wealthy nations for climate finance loans than they receive- for every 5 dollars they receive they are paying 7 dollars back. 65% of funding is delivered in the form of loans. This form of crisis…
Palestine recognition must come with action: to save lives, States must stop Israel’s crimes and ensure Palestinian agency
Statement by independent groups Most countries recognize Palestinian statehood, yet Israel’s international law violations are accelerating, with near-total impunity, causing mass displacement, widespread death, and an escalating humanitarian crisis throughout the occupied Palestinian territory. For real impact and to avoid complicity, States must turn their expressions of solidarity into concrete, life-saving action, and any plans…
Israeli attacks kill Oxfam partner colleague, destroy clinics in Gaza
Israel’s destruction of three Oxfam partner premises this week underscores threat to Gaza’s humanitarian workers and facilities, including services to protect pregnant women. Oxfam is deeply appalled and mourns the killing of Tasneem, 27, and her two children, Sham (5), and Suleiman (3), in an Israeli airstrike on 20 September. Tasneem was a psychologist at…