Who we are
Together we can achieve a fairer world without poverty
Oxfam is an international confederation of 20 organizations working together with partners and local communities in more than 90 countries.
One person in three in the world lives in poverty. Oxfam is determined to change that world by mobilizing the power of people against poverty.
Around the globe, Oxfam works to find practical, innovative ways for people to lift themselves out of poverty and thrive. We save lives and help rebuild livelihoods when crisis strikes. And we campaign so that the voices of the poor influence the local and global decisions that affect them.
In all we do, Oxfam works with partner organizations and alongside vulnerable women and men to end the injustices that cause poverty.
Our purpose and beliefs
Our vision is a just world without poverty. We want a world where people are valued and treated equally, enjoy their rights as full citizens, and can influence decisions affecting their lives.
Our commitment to human rights
Respect for human rights will help lift people out of poverty and injustice, allow them to assert their dignity and ensure sustainable development.
History of Oxfam International
Oxfam International was formed in 1995 by a group of independent non-governmental organizations.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions you ask us most.
Oxfam International has two Boards which meet annually to ensure that the Oxfam International Secretariat is equipped to deliver its part of the Strategic and Operational Plans and oversees its Budget.
We are committed to being open about our work so that we can be accountable to the communities we work with, our partner organizations and to our donors and supporters.
Fighting against the discrimination of migrants and refugees around the world
Oxfam is at the forefront of the fight against the worsening discrimination of migrants and refugees around the world. We are part of a legal challenge against the recent controversial US Executive Order on refugees and immigration. Read Winnie Byanyima's message and support our work.
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