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Boredom, worry fill the days for many in Darfur camps
For many of the two million people displaced in Darfur, home is now a crowded camp far from the work and social interactions that once framed their lives.
An Oxfam well driller hunts for water
Under a scorching sun, Oxfam well drillers attempt to find new sources of water for people in Sudan.
A journey across Darfur imparts a critical lesson
With gunshots rattling the air, the pleas of Darfur youths take on a whole new urgency.
With Oxfam's help, women become entrepreneurs in Khartoum market
Oxfam's partner helps women in Khartoum launch businesses that support their families.
Who is Nick Anderson? He's Oxfam America's Youth Ambassador to Darfur
In late July, 2008, Oxfam America sent Nick Anderson, a rising high school senior, to Darfur. His mission was to find a way for American teenagers to connect ...
Volunteers in Darfur camps help improve health conditions for everyone
Helping prevent the spread of waterborne diseases among 400,000 displaced people in camps scattered across Darfur and Chad is no small task. Volunteers are ...
The second life of litter
Little is wasted in poor Darfur: recycling is a way of life.
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.
Rebuilding lives in Darfur
Responding to the emergency needs of the people.
Peruvian villagers look beyond subsistence to their basic rights
Modest projects to grow food lead to a conviction to do more for a village and its children.
Oxfam program head reflects on her years in Darfur
Caroline Nursey has been involved with the humanitarian response in Darfur, Sudan, since the crisis there erupted—first as a regional director and most ...
President Saca speaks out against mining in El Salvador
El Salvador's President Elias Antonio Saca announced that his government would not give out any mining permits in El Salvador.
Ghana's Big Test
Oil's challenge to democratic development
Mining conflicts in Peru: Condition critical
Peru mining conflicts grow critical
Central American mining could undermine economic well-being
Oxfam urges informed public debate over costs and benefits
Metals, mining, and sustainable development in Central America
An assessment of benefits and costs
Oil, mining industry anti-corruption efforts moving too slowly; mandatory regulations needed
Oil 'hot spot' Ghana must proceed with caution
July was Darfur's worst-ever month for violence toward aid workers
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.
Rep. Christopher Shays to support oil, gas, and mining revenue transparency
Oxfam Applauds First Step Toward Transparency in the Oil, Gas and Mining Industries
Financial Services Committee hears evidence to support mandatory revenue disclosure.
Legislation calls for oil, gas, and mining revenue transparency
Oxfam America supports mandatory revenue disclosure to empower communities affected by resource development.
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.
Leading Retailers Pledge Their Gold Jewelry Will Sparkle Responsibly
7 of top 10 U.S. Jewelry Retailers, including Wal-Mart and QVC, Support Cleaner Gold Mining; Target named a laggard
Oxfam Youth Ambassador Returns from Darfur with Call to Action for Young Americans
Oxfam America Launches $50 Million Fundraising Campaign
"Ocean's 13" Cast and Producer Donate $750,000 to Oxfam America through the "Not On Our Watch" Initiative
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