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The COVID-19 pandemic is the first time in history that inequality could rise in almost every country at once. While hundreds of millions of people are being forced into destitution and poverty, many of the richest are thriving. You can help us close the gap and create a more equal world for everyone.

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Oxfam is a global organization with affiliates in 20 countries. To see the information that is most relevant for you, visit your local Oxfam.

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What kind of Climate Changer are you?

The climate crisis can feel overwhelming, and it’s difficult to know how to make a difference, especially in the midst of a pandemic. Our quiz will inspire you to take action in a way that suits your interests and skills. Ready to discover your role in the movement? Let’s begin!

United against coronavirus

Coronavirus is threatening us all. With each day, in every family, community and country, more of us are being personally affected by it. To beat the pandemic and avert harm to the lives of billions we must work together. We need to act across all countries and for every person. Fighting for some but not others is not an option. It only fuels risk for us all.

Decades of displacement: 45 years in the Sahrawi refugee camps

In 2015, Oxfam published the “40 faces 40 years” photo exhibition, profiling 40 Sahrawi refugees four decades after the Western Sahara conflict erupted in 1975. Five years later, little has changed – the Sahrawi refugee population is marking their 45th year in camps, where life remains incredibly difficult.

G20 signals support for new allocation of IMF Special Drawing Rights: Oxfam reaction

Responding to a press release issued by the G20 Presidency today signalling support for a new allocation of Special Drawing Rights (SDRs), Nadia Daar, Head of Oxfam International's Washington DC office, said: “After nearly a year of deadlock and pandemic, Oxfam is encouraged that the G20 is paving the path toward an issuance of International Monetary Fund (IMF) SDRs to boost global liquidity".

Climate national action plans “appalling and irresponsible” - Oxfam

In reaction to the UNFCCC NDC Synthesis report launched today, Oxfam's Global Climate Policy Lead, Nafkote Dabi, said: “Today’s report findings are appalling. The combined climate plans submitted account to a dismal 1% emissions reduction, far below the 45% reduction needed to limit global warming below 1.5 degrees, and avoid disastrous impacts on vulnerable communities."

Oxfam welcomes breakthrough on corporate tax transparency after nearly 5 years of EU deadlock

After almost five years of deadlock, EU governments in the Council finally backed new EU rules on corporate tax transparency today. The proposal requires multinationals to publicly report on what profits they make, how much tax they pay, and where they pay it.

The power of people against poverty

Oxfam is a global movement of people, working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together, we save, protect and rebuild lives when disaster strikes. We help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. we take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

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