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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: Sundaradevi’s story (part 2)
She survived the floods and stayed strong when her husband left her. She got her land back after her father-in-law...
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Stopping hunger in Sri Lanka: Sundaradevi’s story (part 1)
This week, we introduce you to Alagaiah Sundaradevi, a single mother from the village of Dimbulagala. Unlike Chandrani and Indrani,...
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National Volunteer Week: time to celebrate!
Oxfam Australia's vollies are central to our work: their amazing efforts help us achieve so much more than we’d be...
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Stopping hunger in Sri Lanka: Indrani (part 2)
In part two of her interview, Indrani talks about being her family's primary breadwinner, encouraging other villagers to start their...
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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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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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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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