Peru | Oxfam

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One woman’s fight against inequality saves lives in her neighborhood

Jan. 21, 2022

In Peru, Janet Fuentes mobilized her community to save lives during the pandemic while they received little to no support from the government.

Politics of Poverty

Will the clean energy transition be exploited to justify another wave of colonialist dispossession of Indigenous lands?

Dec. 10, 2021

We must ensure that transforming our energy system does not mean violating the rights of people who have lived for generations on lands containing valuable resources. This #HumanRightsDay we celebrate the activism of Indigenous leaders, and highlight key lessons from Oxfam’s work in Peru in defending the right to decide.

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New data shows deforestation in Peruvian Amazon responsible for sizable carbon emissions

March 17, 2021

Industrial-level oil palm and cacao plantations, some established through corrupt land-titling, are destroying old-growth forest and displacing farmers and indigenous people.

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Handwashing saves lives

March 19, 2020

Your reminder during the COVID-19 outbreak: Soap and water are—hands down—the most effective way to prevent the spread of disease

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COVID-19 and the communities we serve

March 13, 2020

As we prepare to weather this pandemic, we need to consider the vulnerabilities of women and low-wage workers, and those most at risk in poor countries. A letter from Oxfam America President and CEO Abby Maxman.

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Shredding injustice: The fight to hold the powerful accountable in the Amazon

April 19, 2019

Heavy metal rockers are joining indigenous peoples to try and save a generation of children and families from the devastating effects of heavy metal poisoning.