Oxfam

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Brief History of Oxfam:
“In 1995, a group of independent non-governmental organisations (NGO) formed the well known, Oxfam international. Their aim was to work together for greater impact on the international stage to reduce poverty and injustice. The name ‘Oxfam’ comes from the Oxford Committee for Famine Relief which was founded in Britain, 1942. The group campaigned for food supplies to be sent through an allied naval blockade to the starving women and children in the enemy-occupied Greece during WW2.

Oxfam is a world leader in the delivery of emergency relief and as well as that, Oxfam international implements long-term development programs in vulnerable communities. We are also a part of a global movement that campaigns, for instance, to end unfair trading rules, demand better health and education services for everyone, and to combat climate change.There are 17 member organisations of the Oxfam International Confederation. They are based in the following countries: Australia, Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, Great Britain, Hong Kong, Ireland, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Quebec,Spain and the United States.

Our visions, purpose and goals
Oxfam envisions a just world without poverty. A world in which people can influence the decisions that affect their lives and assume their responsibilities. A world where everyone is treated and valued equally.

The purpose of Oxfam is to help with creating a permanent solution to the injustice of poverty. Oxfam is a part of a global movement that wants change. A global movement that empowers people to create a future for them that is secure, just and free from poverty.

Our beliefs
Oxfam believes that everyone has a right to realise their potential, and to have the opportunity to live free of poverty in a secure and more equitable world. We believe that, with the necessary human action and political will, a just world without poverty is possible.


 * Work undertaken by Oxfam **

Oxfam has helped with: This is only the tip of the iceberg for all the help and support oxfam has provided for millions of people around the globe.
 * the Ebola crisis
 * the Haiti earthquake
 * the crisis in Syria
 * the crisis in South Sudan
 * the crisis in Gaza

** Case study **
In 2008, the Noongar community in the Western town of Narrogin was devastated by a series of suicides. this community turned to Oxfam for help. The group also requested government support but no state or federal funding was forthcoming. In response, Oxfam Australia committed emergency funding to provide a multi-layered approach to healing and advocated for better support. An example of this was Darrell Henry working with individuals, families and the community and Tom Calma (previous Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner) advocating for greater support in Narrogin. In February 2010 the federal government announcement a $1.5 million grant over three years to fund culturally appropriate mental health services in Narrogin. Oxfam Australia welcomes this commitment. Oxfam is now working with the South Western Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) to provide healing programs to communities in this region and the south-west of the state.

** Contact Information **
Melbourne head office: 132 Lelcester Street, Carlton VIC 3053 Phone number: +61 (0)3 9289 9444 Fax: +61 (0)3 9347 1983

Chloe Judson