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Who does Oxfam advocate for?
Together, we’re a global movement of people working hard to tackle poverty around the globe. We work with partners and communities to find practical, innovative ways for people to lift themselves out of poverty and thrive.
What is the main purpose of Oxfam?
Oxfam is a global movement of people who are fighting inequality to end poverty and injustice.
Where does the money from Oxfam go?
When it comes to running a huge world-changing operation, we make every penny count. On average for every £1 Oxfam spends, 84p goes on our emergency, development and campaigning work, 9p is spent on support and running costs and 7p is invested to generate future income.
Is Oxfam under public ownership?
Tesco is a public limited company listed on the London Stock Exchange – where its shares can be traded. Oxfam is a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity. It is run for charitable purposes by trustees and managers.
Is Oxfam a charity or NGO?
Oxfam is a British founded confederation of 20 independent charitable organizations focusing on the alleviation of global poverty, founded in 1942 and led by Oxfam International….Oxfam.
| Named after | Oxford Committee for Famine Relief |
|---|---|
| Founded at | Oxford, England |
| Type | International NGO |
| Registration no. | 202918 |
How much does Oxfam make per year?
from in 2018/19 Oxfam GB’s total gross income in 2018/19 was £434.1 million – an increase of £6.9 million (1.6%) on the previous year, principally due to this being an exceptional year for legacy income.
Can I donate bras to Oxfam?
We love clean, good quality donations by post – clothes, bags and accessories (including vintage and retro items, and even bras!). The better the quality of your item the more you will raise to help Oxfam fight poverty around the world.
How is Oxfam helping people in the world?
Oxfam is a global movement of people who are fighting inequality to end poverty and injustice. We are working across regions in about 70 countries, with thousands of partners, and allies, supporting communities to build better lives for themselves, grow resilience and protect lives and livelihoods also in times of crisis.
When did Oxfam become a non-profit organization?
In 1995 Oxfam International was formed by a group of independent non-governmental organizations. Their aim was to work together for greater impact on the international stage to reduce poverty and injustice. Stichting Oxfam International was registered as a non-profit foundation at The Hague, Netherlands in 1996.
Which is the official language of Oxfam International?
A number of subcommittees with expert members are also mandated by the Board to assist with specific issues. Oxfam International’s official languages are English, French and Spanish; English is the working language. In 2009–10 it had approximately 77 staff (including secondment placements and temporary staff e.g. for maternity cover).
How does Oxfam believe in the universality of human rights?
Oxfam recognizes the universality and indivisibility of human rights and has adopted these overarching aims to express these rights in practical terms: Oxfam believes that poverty and powerlessness are avoidable and can be eradicated by human action and political will.