Category: Success stories
With the help of our generous supporters, we are changing lives every day. Here are some success stories to warm your heart.
How Toni’s bequest will change lives
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Many people find that they’re able to give more generously to Oxfam through their Will than they ever could during their lifetime. In fact, you might be surprised to hear what just a small percentage of your estate can achieve. Read more »
Bangladesh: A new start for Nooreja
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Meet Nooreja Begum, a self-employed businesswoman who is single-handedly supporting her two sons and her mother with the money she earns selling sweets from her ‘mobile sweet shop’. Thanks to supporters like you, Nooreja, from the district of Jamalpur in Bangladesh, has been able to build a thriving business. She took part in a skills […] Read more »
How your donation is helping train future female leaders in Pakistan
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Many 17-year-olds look forward to the moment when they can legally vote but not many plan to stand for election the same year. Read more »
Turning your emergency donation into instant aid with Blockchain
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New Blockchain technology has the potential to deliver emergency cash transfers in a faster, cheaper and more transparent fashion than ever before. Read more »
Blogs Campaigning for change Ethical trading & business Labour rights Success stories Women's rights
Best&Less start their journey to pay a living wage
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Best&Less have made a strong commitment to pay living wages throughout their supply chains. Read more »
Factory X commit to pay a living wage
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After years of campaigning from Oxfam supporters, Factory X commit to pay a living wage Read more »
Blogs Campaigning for change Ethical trading & business Labour rights Success stories Volunteers Women's rights
What She Makes turns 2!
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Celebrating two years of tackling poverty in the fashion industry Read more »
Our 10 favourite #ClimateStrike protest signs
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From clever and hopeful, to the funny and angry, our favourite signs from the #ClimateStrike Read more »
How your donation is making dreams come true in Timor-Leste
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Before joining an Oxfam-supported savings group, Francisco struggled to put food on the table for his family. Now, he knows how to manage money and chase his dreams — and his fortunes have turned around. Read more »
Best&Less published their supplier lists
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Best&Less have published 100% of their Tier 1 supplier lists, bringing their factories out of hiding and ensuring their supply chain is transparent. Read more »