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When disaster strikes in Darfur, Sudan, Oxfam partner KSCS has what it takes to save lives.
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All too often, poor communities have too few resources to respond to disasters and even fewer to rebuild. That’s wrong. We believe all people deserve to live safely.
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News updateDespite desperate shortages, US fails to mount robust response in Puerto Rico
Since Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico on September 20th, the island’s 3.4 million residents have been struggling simply to survive.
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Oxfam is responding with water, sanitation, and other essentials
News updateLetter from Abby Maxman on matching gift progress
Great news: This week we surpassed our $1.5 million matching gift goal – giving us twice that amount to tackle the immense challenges communities are facing today.
News updateOxfam teams focus on rural areas in Mexico earthquake response
Evaluation of impact is concentrated in poor areas outside Mexico City
News updateInequality amplifies risks as Hurricane Maria batters the Dominican Republic
As heavy rains from multiple storms trigger floods and landslides in the Dominican Republic, communities near rivers and canyons or in mountainous regions are at particular risk.