Thank You Jo Vallentine, for 32 years of Oxfam support and activism
On the 100th anniversary of International Women’s day we’d like to take a moment to thank Jo Vallentine, who has been an active Oxfam supporter since 1978.
BLOGS
Tuvalu: the island being destroyed by climate change
Reverend Tafue Lasama writes in Crikey about the recent king tides to hit his home, and the impact of climate change on the people of Tuvalu.
F-word must be refreshed and reclaimed by a new generation
Why can we fly to the moon, but not put an end to gender-based violence, asks Oxfam ambassador Annie Lennox.
WASH on film: setting the scene
I’ve just returned from visiting tiny Pon Chea village where we began making our film about water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). It’s really removed and remote, and a difficult location because the people here are so poor. However, the potential for improving people’s lives is amazing and that’s why Oxfam is here.
Armstreaty 2011 – it’s a wrap
The Arms Trade Treaty negotiations have come to a close (for now). Ben Murphy gives us a rundown on what has been achieved, and where to from here.
Ammunition in the Arms trade Treaty: Is it possible?
Since I’ve been working on the Control Arms campaign with Oxfam Australia, I’ve been particularly interested in the issue of ammunition, and how it should be addressed within an Arms Trade Treaty (ATT).
Oxfam Summer in Tasmania
Mel O'Neil gave up her summer to follow music festivals and markets around Tasmania. All in the name of our Oxfam Summer project!
Armstreaty negotiations get going like a Rolling Stone
With talks currently underway in New York City, the Chair of the Arms Trade Treaty Roberto Moritan may have already set the scene for these important negotiations. He has warned delegates that the Rolling Stones might have something to teach everyone about expectations when they sing "I can't get no satisfaction".
Filming in Cambodia
I’ve been working on the development of a film about water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) in rural Cambodia. Over the next few weeks I’ll share my experiences about the process.
Haiti: A year in the life of Marie Carole Boucicaut
We follow one year in the life of Marie Carole Boucicaut, whose Port-au-Prince grocery store was destroyed in the January 2010 earthquake. Thanks to her strong spirit, and support from Oxfam, she's now back on her feet.
