Our vision, values & goals
At Oxfam Australia, we believe all lives are equal and no-one should live in poverty.
We believe that in a wealthy world, poverty is unjustifiable and preventable, that the present state of inequality and injustice must be challenged, and that with the right support, people can change their lives for the better.
Our vision
A just and sustainable world without the inequalities that keep people in poverty.
Our purpose
We relieve and eliminate poverty.
Our values
- Equality: We believe everyone must be treated fairly and have equitable access to rights and opportunities.
- Empowerment: We foster a culture of trust where everyone has the tools, information, and safety to make decisions, take ownership, and grow through learning — including from mistakes
- Solidarity: We collaborate across boundaries and sectors, guided by integrity and shared purpose, to promote human rights, advance justice, and work towards a just and sustainable world.
- Inclusiveness: Ensuring all perspectives are welcomed and valued and calling out exclusionary behaviours when they arise to foster a truly respectful and inclusive workplace.
- Accountability: We act with integrity and take responsibility for following through on our commitments — to each other, to our partners, and to the communities we serve
- Courage: We speak up, own our mistakes, and embrace bold, thoughtful action that addresses the root causes of problems and inequity to create meaningful change.
Our goals
We have one main goal: a just and sustainable world without the inequalities that keep people in poverty.
More about our goals and how we plan to achieve is outlined in our 2020 – 2025 Strategic Framework. You can also view our strategic plan on a page.
To achieve our commitment to reconciliation between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other Australians, we’ve developed a detailed Reconciliation Action Plan in consultation with Reconciliation Australia and our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ Program staff.