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  1. 16 hours ago

    Education is a human right, but children in the West Bank face the reality that their school could be demolished at any moment. Oxfam and our partners are working to protect Palestinians’ rights to education, health, safety and more. Learn more:

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  2. Feb 28

    Every morning, more than 40 kids in the West Bank walk to school, not knowing if their classrooms will still be standing. Find out why and how Oxfam and our partners are responding:

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  3. Feb 28

    20 million people in Africa risk starvation from plagues of devastating crops. Oxfam's Justin Okwir breaks down the scope of this disaster in the with today. You can help. Make an emergency donation here:

    The worst plague of locusts in generations is putting some 20 million people in Africa at risk of starvation, as enormous clouds of locusts defy pest control and devour every crop in their path.
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    Feb 28

    “We must do everything in our power to save the lives of Syrians in distress.” As violence escalates in NW , we're joining forces to help families on the run.

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  5. Feb 28

    Great news: a federal appeals court just blocked the Trump administration’s cruel policy, which has forced tens of thousands of asylum seekers back to unsafe conditions. Oxfam America congratulates , and for their incredible work!

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    Feb 26

    Nearly 1 million have fled northwest Syria in 3 months. This crisis is at a breaking point. We’ve joined a emergency appeal with our sister organizations to provide urgently needed aid to Syrians. Join us:

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  7. Feb 27

    "We need to build effective, black women-led coalitions. We need to hold our leaders accountable to a collective agenda that addresses our needs." Oxfam's Joi Owens discusses how black women can build power at tonight’s and townhall.

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  8. Feb 27

    “We are the secret sauce. We are the ones who make sure our community votes. It's movement time!" Oxfam's partner Melanie Campbell discusses the importance of Black women’s voice & organizing power at tonight’s & townhall

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  9. Feb 27

    The US Refugee Admissions Program saves lives and reflects the best of American values, and Congress needs to fight back against the administration’s efforts to dismantle this program and slam the door on the worlds most vulnerable people

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  10. Feb 27

    Since its creation 40 years ago, the US Refugee Admissions Program has provided safe haven to more than 3 million people who have gone on to raise families, buy homes, start businesses, and contribute to their new country culturally socially and economically.

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  11. Feb 27

    From Day 1, the Trump administration has systematically worked to undermine America’s long-standing, bipartisan refugee admissions program, slamming the door on tens of thousands of people seeking safe haven in the US.

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  12. Feb 27

    Today the House Judiciary Committee examines the current state of the US admissions program. Watch Here:

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    Feb 26

    I can vouch for the work does, having seen it firsthand. Consider giving what you can. Doing nothing is not an option.

    Syrian children face the threat of dying from bombs or dying from the cold. Families are risking their lives by burning combustible items inside their tents just to keep warm. No child deserves to live like this. Join us and to help:
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    Feb 27

    members are on the ground in working together and w/ local orgs to provide immediate assistance, including basic needs like shelter, food, water & protection. Help us save the lives of children & families in need: Photo:

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  15. Feb 27

    Oxfam’s joins a powerful panel discussion on economic empowerment with ahead of South Carolina’s primary: “Moving a Justice Agenda Forward: What Black Women Want For Their Vote in 2020.” 6:30-9:30PM EST livestreamed at

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  16. Feb 27

    Today we're celebrating ! Our work in the fight against poverty this past year reached far and wide and is made possible by supporters like you. 🎉

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  17. Feb 27

    In rural Sulawesi, Indonesia, women’s leadership usually takes place behind the scenes, but in the aftermath of an earthquake & a flood, 3 local women stepped onto center stage. This learn more about Oxfam's local partners on the front lines.

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    Feb 26

    EMERGENCY APPEAL: The Coalition is on the ground in , and we need your help to save more lives:

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  19. Feb 26

    “People living in vulnerable countries and communities deserve not only to receive aid in emergencies but also to lead effective humanitarian programs themselves.” and Tara Gingerich write for the Spring 2020 issue of @SSIRewview

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  20. Feb 26

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    She’s the only friend I’d skip school for.
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