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When you support Oxfam, you help create a world without the inequality that fuels poverty. Here’s what that looks like for the communities we work with.
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What’s happening in Gaza, the West Bank and Lebanon?
On 15 January 2025, a temporary ceasefire was announced, coming into effect on 19 January. Here's the latest update on the situation in Gaza and the wider region.
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Stopping hunger in Sri Lanka: Indrani (part 1)
After surviving the tsunami and years of poverty, Indrani is now thriving, thanks to her involvement in our home gardening...
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Stopping hunger in Sri Lanka: Chandrani’s story (part 2)
"The most important thing I have received from Oxfam is new knowledge ... I have my self confidence and I...
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Portraits from Mauritania
Earlier this month, photographer Pablo Tosco visited drought-stricken Mauritania for our Spanish affiliate Intermón Oxfam. Besides taking some unforgettable photos,...
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Stopping hunger in Sri Lanka: Chandrani’s story (part 1)
Meet Chandrani, the 'face' of our Stop Hunger Appeal. Once a poorly-paid labourer, she now runs a home garden business...
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Boxer Amir Khan and Oxfam help build schools in Pakistan
It's not often you hear about champion boxers raising money for the needy, but that's exactly what British-Pakistani light-welterweight Amir...
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Banking on buffaloes: Sen’s story
In the final interview of our ‘Banking on buffaloes’ blog series, we talk to Sen about how her life has...
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Banking on buffaloes: Na’s story
What a difference a buffalo can make! Meet Suy Na, a rice-farmer and father of eight. Since getting involved in...
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World Water Day — 22 March 2012
World Water Day (22 March) was established by the UN to raise public awareness about safe water. This year, its...
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Closing the Gap profile: Moss Vale High School
Oxfam volunteer Sarah Morris profiles Moss Vale High School, where students are preparing for National Close the Gap Day, one...
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Banking on buffaloes: Sokim’s story
Bouncing buffalo babies, cassava crops, and no more food shortages: May Sokim talks about how Oxfam's buffalo bank has changed...
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Community care workers in South Africa have their say
Oxfam partner Woza Moya provides care and support to people affected by HIV and AIDS in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa....
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Banking on buffaloes: Met’s story
Meet Yuh Met. An agricultural labourer and former soldier, Met (52) and his family live in Kandek village, Cambodia. They...
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