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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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What does Oxfam Unwrapped mean for mums?
No matter where you live, raising a family is a tough job. But if you’re a parent living in poverty,...
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The benefits of clean water in 6 beautiful photos
Oxfam is providing clean water, sanitation and hygiene education in some of the world’s poorest countries. In fact, it’s one...
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These women are fighting against extreme poverty … with bananas.
Every day Irene would risk her life to water her crops and feed her children. Today, she's a co-producer at...
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The results are in: Oxfam in 2015
What have we accomplished in 2015? Watch our short year in review video and hear from Chief Executive of Oxfam...
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Why clean water is vital in the fight against malnutrition
Niger has more malnourished children than almost anywhere in the world. But Nurse Alassane Amadu has seen big changes in...
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Oxfam Unwrapped: How does it work?
Charlie the Goat gives you the rundown on Oxfam Unwrapped and why charity gift cards are an excellent Christmas gift.
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It’s the simple things that lift families out of despair
Malnutrition is a serious problem in countries like Niger — children die every day. But Oxfam supporters are providing simple...
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The difference between life and death
Mariama lived through a mother’s worst nightmare. Now she lives with her grief — and the pain of knowing her...
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The goats that educated a family
Oxfam Unwrapped helps put people in touch with life-changing goats in more ways than one. As a community veterinary promoter,...
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The goats that gave hope
In Nhongue village in Mozambique, hunger is real threat. But since the arrival of her goats, Recelia and her family...
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Rebuilding Nepal: six months on
It's been six months since the first of two devastating earthquakes devastated Nepal. Oxfam emergency teams and the people of...
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The goats that built a home
Delfinia Bernado has a lot to smile about. She’s a proud mum of two -- and thanks to a few...
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