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Interview: Victor Campos
Victor Campos, 46, a civil engineer specializing in environmental issues, works for Centro Alexandro Von Humboldt, an Oxfam partner from Nicaragua.
Interview: Mario Rodriguez
Mario Rodriguez, 40, an economist specializing in intellectual property, works for CIDECA, an Oxfam partner in Guatemala.
Interview: Jose Angel Tolentino
Jose Angel Tolentino, 43, an economist specializing in international trade, works for FUNDE, an Oxfam partner in El Salvador.
Interview: Humberto Piaguaje
Humberto Piaguaje is the representative of the Secoya people to the Assembly of Delegates of Communities Affected by Texaco.
In Texistepeque, El Salvador, farmers question wisdom of relying on mining
Concerns about water and land lead to a debate about the role of mining in long-term economic development.
Global development and business groups call for trade reforms to benefit poor countries
Holding onto the mangroves
In some areas around Acajutla, El Salvador, mangrove forests have been severely reduced—replaced by fill and the simple homes of some of the country's poorest ...
In Jiabi, Chinese government and local people build dike together
Oxfam partner invites villagers and county officials to share ideas about development and the environment.
Gambian villagers find hope in easy-to-fix hand pumps
Through a series of emergency programs, Oxfam America and its local partners are helping Gambians in the North Bank and Western divisions of the country plan ...
Coffee farmers' determination inspires action
Despite challenges, coffee campaign manager finds reasons for hope.
Coffee farmers demand role in international organization
Small growers seek help from ICO to resolve economic problems of rising debt and lower prices for their product.
Cambodian rice farmers go organic
As health food's popularity grows, an Oxfam partner in Cambodia establishes the first certified organic rice mill in the country.
Cambodian fishers work to protect floating villages
Oxfam partner trains community leaders to negotiate development on Tonle Sap Lake.
"An energizing experience"
Sharing this experience with some of the most impassioned and successful activists from across the United States refueled my own activist energy.
Río Blanco: history of a mismatch in Peru
Here is a summary of the facts that have marked the relationship between the mining company and the local communities.
Resistance in Central America
Central Americans worked hard to change the content of DR-CAFTA, as well as the way it was being negotiated.
Partners in Central America and US unite to fight DR-CAFTA
Oxfam America supports groups in North and South, which participate in lobby visits and farmer exchanges.
World Bank Announces Funding Approval for Peru Pipeline Project
The IFC pledges $300 million to fund Camisea II pipeline project; Oxfam warns of serious implications for indigenous communities and the environment.
US-Colombia Free Trade Agreement Bad Deal for Development and National Security
Oxfam Reaction to New Climate Change Legislation
Oxfam Reaction to Final WTO Cotton Panel Ruling
Key Legislation Calls for Resource Revenue Transparency
Oxfam America supports mandatory disclosure to empower communities affected by oil, gas, and mining development.
Jewelry Retailers Urge Protection for Alaska's Bristol Bay
New report highlights concern over mining?s impacts in Bristol Bay and globally.
Farm Bill Deal Light on Reform and Heavy on Bloat
Fair Trade Deal Needed Now More Than Ever
Poor countries must not be rushed into an unfair deal that endangers development
Extension of trade preferences beneficial for development
Bush Climate Change Initiative Ignores Reality
US-EU Trade Proposal is "Old Wine in New Bottles"
Trade Preference Extension for Andean Countries Crucial for Development
Spread of Free Trade Agreements Threatens Poor Countries
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