StoryImproving the wells improves community health in flood-prone parts of El Salvador
Capped wells lined with a volcanic-rock filter provide families in Salvadoran communities with clean drinking water.
Climate change
The carbon footprint of the world’s one billion poorest people represents just 3 percent of the global total. Yet as climate change advances, poor communities are hardest hit. Not only do we have a responsibility to avoid doing harm to others, we must help them adapt.
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StorySahena's story
Sahena Begum is spearheading community efforts to cope with changing weather in Kunderpara village, Bangladesh.
StoryForecasting a better future
The progress of a village in India that participated in a study on rainfall illustrates the value of research in helping farming communities adapt to climate change.
StoryFrom the US and Senegal, stories of climate survival
An Oxfam America speaking tour brings together two women who are leading the fight against climate change.
StoryEmerging artist paints with a purpose
For Ashley Cecil, each work of art means a chance to make a difference.
StoryFood on the table and savings on hand
An innovative agriculture technique is producing 50-150 percent more rice and increasing the incomes of more than 80,000 people.