About us
We've been working with communities for more than 50 years, and have learnt that simply giving hand outs is not the answer. Instead, we provide people with the skills and resources to help them create their own solutions to poverty.
Photo: Jerry Galea/OxfamAUS
Where the money goes
India in focus
Come with us to India and see how we're helping this fascinating and vibrant country lift itself out of poverty.
Affiliations and partnerships
We can't do this work alone. Our corporate affiliations and partnerships are crucial to the ongoing success of our work in alleviating world poverty.
Assessing our performance
Just how well are we doing in our fight against poverty? How do we monitor our programs? Where does the money go? We answer all of your big questions relating to our performance here.
Countries where we work
We're working in the countries that most need our help. Get a snapshot of the work we're doing in each of these fascinating countries.
How we work
Together with local partner organisations including NGOs and government bodies, we're working hard to ensure that the world's poor are given what they need most to lift themselves out of poverty.
Our board
Oxfam Australia's Board sets policy and strategic goals that guide Oxfam Australia's operations.
Our history
Oxfam Australia's history is more of an evolution. From the hopes of a well meaning Father to one of the country's most effective not-for-profit organisations – it's an interesting tale.
Our vision, values and goals
Our vision, values and goals are the driving force behind everything we do. We believe that in a wealthy world, poverty is unjustifiable, and can be prevented. And that with the right help, poor people can change their lives for the better.
Working at Oxfam
There are so many great reasons why working for Oxfam is so much more than just a job.