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We are Oxfam

We are a global organization working in 79 countries to save and improve lives - for an equal future. We fight the injustices that that cause poverty and oppression, and are on the ground in crises and disasters. We contribute new knowledge, empower people with tools for change - and demand that those in power to take responsibility.

Oxfam changes people's lives

For an equal future

Together with millions of allies, Oxfam works in 79 countries. We contribute new knowledge, make skewed social structures visible, give people tools for change - and demand that those in power take their responsibility. And we will not stop until everyone's equal value and rights are respected. We fight inequality, for an equal future.

How we work

Ilda stands next to her husband, East Timor. Ilda is a local land rights leader in a project supported by the Australian government. Photo: Patrick Moran/Oxfam

Why inequality?

We know that inequality, especially economic inequality, is at the root of many societal problems. In more unequal societies, poverty, crime and violence increase. Trust in democracy declines and people become more unhappy. At the same time, a few very wealthy individuals gain too much influence over policies and decisions, hindering for example the climate transition. To fight poverty, the climate crisis and create sustainable societies, we need to reduce inequality.

Economic inequality
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