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MAY 13 — Food, medicine, and fuel for search and rescue missions are among the life-saving supplies Oxfam’s local partner, Metta, is now delivering in the storm-battered region of Myanmar. Oxfam is calling for a lift of visa restrictions so international aid agencies can provide more help to 1.5 million people severely affected by the May 3 cyclone.
Oxfam Launches Emergency Action Plan in China Earthquake Zone
Oxfam staff members and partners are now responding with an emergency action plan.
Drought in Ethiopia Brings Hardship
Livestock herders and the animals they depend on for survival are suffering through a dry spell.
Looking for Local Solutions, Oxfam Finds Some Answers to Food Crises
In Gambia, Pakistan, and Niger, Oxfam and its local partners have responded to food shortages with tools adapted to local conditions.
Latest Updates
- To air drop aid in Myanmar or not?
- 13 May 2008
- Oxfam to spend $1.55 million on emergency relief for China earthquake
- 13 May 2008
- Oxfam America Statement on Earthquake in China
- 12 May 2008
- Oxfam warns up to 1.5 million in danger if aid effort cannot reach cyclone victims
- 11 May 2008
- Farm Bill Deal Light on Reform and Heavy on Bloat
- 9 May 2008
- Farm Bill Subsidies Could Instead Feed Millions
- 7 May 2008
- Oxfam Responds to Deadly Cyclone in Myanmar
- 9 May 2008
- Indiana Faith Leaders call on Candidates to Reform Aid
- 5 May 2008
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