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Kiribati youth climate activist, Tinaai Teaua (centre), with some of the more than 20 Australians who met with key decision-makers at Parliament House in Canberra recently to urge stronger action on climate change. Photo: Jennifer Nagy/OxfamAUS

“I am so happy and proud of those Australians who support us!”

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Twenty-two year old Pacific Islander Tinaai Teaua is currently at the CoP21 climate summit in Paris to ensure her peoples’ future: to conserve their land and guarantee their culture. Read more »
Oxfam is now working on some exciting cyclone recovery initiatives including partnerships with disabled persons’ organisations and community-based women’s groups in Shefa province.

When disaster strikes for people with disability

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People with disability already face many barriers to enjoying equal access and inclusion in society. So in the face and aftermath of disaster and conflict, people with disability are particularly vulnerable. Read more »

Oxfam Unwrapped: How does it work?

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Charlie the Goat gives you the rundown on Oxfam Unwrapped and why charity gift cards are an excellent Christmas gift. Read more »
Cambodian students

A new Einstein could be living in Cambodia

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Last month, we held a competition to find out how important secondary students thought Australian aid is in building a fairer global community. The response was incredible. Read more »

The goats that gave hope

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In Nhongue village in Mozambique, hunger is real threat. But since the arrival of her goats, Recelia and her family can access food, medicine and go to school. Read more »

Taking Action: The VicSRC Congress

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The Victorian Student Representative Council hosted more than 200 of Victoria’s most effervescent kids for their annual congress. In this blog, Oxfam’s Schools Program Coordinator Annalise De Mel, CEO and co-founder of One Girl Chantelle Baxter, and Kevin Hawkins from Oaktree share their top take-home tips to aspiring young activists. Read more »
4 people smiling, wearing Make Poverty History Tshirts

So what have we achieved in 15 years (and where to from here)?

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As world leaders prepare to meet in NY at the end of September to agree on a second round of global goals (the Sustainable Development Goals), we take a look back to the successes of the Millennium Development Goals and, most importantly, the lessons learnt. Read more »

Volunteer Spotlight: Lauren from Oxfam campaigns

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Lauren volunteers with the Campaigns and Engagement team in the Brisbane office and has assisted with campaigns around the G20 and National Close the Gap Day:” I am always learning new skills and am being constantly mentored by the amazing Campaigns staff.” Read more »
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Australia’s climate targets a major blow for Pacific neighbours

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Australia’s announcement today of its post-2020 emission reduction targets is woefully inadequate and risks an even more challenging future for communities around the world. But we don’t have to accept this announcement! Read more »

Joint Statement on racism directed at Adam Goodes

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“Australia must and can be better than this” Following the weekend’s events when prominent Aboriginal AFL player and former Australian of the Year, Adam Goodes was booed at every turn during the Swans v West Coast Eagles AFL match. Today in advance of the weekend round of AFL, 150 organisations join together to call for […] Read more »