Oxfam America

War in Iraq

Shortages of fuel, electricity, and water continue to pose severe threats to the health and well-being of the people of Iraq, but lack of security is the most serious issue they are now facing. Widespread violence is both endangering Iraqis on the streets and jeopardizing efforts at reconstruction.

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What Oxfam is Doing

Oxfam was operational in Iraq until April of 2004. Although we have ended our program for security reasons, we continue to advocate on behalf of the Iraqi people. more »

News & Publications

Get the latest news reports and updates on the crisis in Iraq.

Take Action! »

Oxfam has developed a number of tools and resources to help you organize events and educate others about humanitarian emergencies.

Faces of Iraq »

Oxfam has partnered with the Education for Peace in Iraq Center (EPIC), to create The Faces of Iraq, a traveling collection of powerful images depicting the humanity and diversity of the Iraqi people.