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As increasing numbers of people become vulnerable to climate-induced weather shocks, Oxfam America and our partners are providing financial support to vulnerable communities in advance of disasters.
Saving lives
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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StoryDrought in southern Yemen a challenge for farmers
People raising crops and livestock struggle to survive dry conditions in southern Lahj governorate.
StoryA brief pause in violence in Gaza
During a brief pause in violence in Gaza, the release of hostages is a welcome development -- but a four-day pause in fighting isn't enough to provide the humanitarian aid people desperately need.
StoryFlooding hits East Africa and Somalia
East Africans already coping with a humanitarian crisis are hit by El Niño rains. Oxfam is responding with partners to assist people affected by floods; how you can help.
StoryConflict, lack of fuel and sanitation threaten lives of people in Gaza
Oxfam is working with local groups in Gaza to distribute aid and joins other humanitarian groups urging an end to the fighting; how you can help people in Gaza.
StoryLack of food and water a major threat to people in Gaza
Oxfam is helping people in Gaza, and calling for a ceasefire and the restoration of basic services to help civilians caught in the conflict.