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G8 2008 – make a wish!

Dreaming of a fairer world? July's G8 meetings are a big chance to turn wishful thinking into action against poverty.

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Malawi: A child eats some Lkuni Phala, a corn soya blend, distributed as part of a school feeding programme. Photo: Abbie Trayler-Smith

Rising prices coupled with dwindling availability of food are threatening the lives and livelihoods of millions of poor people around the world, right now.

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What connects Oxfam with the summer's biggest festivals? Answer: thousands of wonderful stewards, an awesome festival shop, several giant pairs of pants, and one big question:
'What gets your knickers in a twist?'

Rice is pretty special stuff. It's the world's number one food. Billions of us eat it every day. But spare a thought for some of the struggling farmers who try to make a living out of it...

Meet the rice farmers of Shinyanga

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25 June

Queen makes Oxfam GB's Chief Executive a Dame

14 June

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13 June

Myanmar (Burma) cyclone: Oxfam's response

13 June

Oxfam report: G8 nations face 'credibility crunch'

13 June

Oxfam suspends field operations in Zimbabwe

6 June

Oxfam calls for radical change of approach to address food price crisis

3 June

Oxfam announces winner of Susie Smith Memorial Prize

2 June

Oxfam shops celebrate 60th anniversary

30 May

Groundbreaking treaty banning cluster bombs agreed

29 May

Earthquake in China: Oxfam's response

27 May

Oxfam auctions rare book for £15,500

20 May

Oxfam announces support for National Ethical Investment Week

16 May

Bush tours Middle East, Oxfam calls for end to Gaza blockade

15 May

Bangladesh: Cyclone Sidr six months on

15 May

Earthquake in China: Oxfam's response

13 May

1.5 million in danger if aid cannot reach cyclone victims

11 May

Oxfam and the Global Food Crisis

9 May

DEC launches urgent Myanmar (Burma) Cyclone Appeal

7 May

Oxfam commits up to £250,000 for Myanmar cyclone

6 May

Government must protect vulnerable UK workers

6 May

Gaza closer than ever to total breakdown

2 May

Aid is not enough to address food price crisis

28 April

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The perfect gift for the person who has everything. The birthday boy receives a goat card and magnet, and the real goat goes to owners in the developing world. What's more, every goat comes with all these extras: milk to drink and sell, fertiliser to spread, and don't forget the kids, too.

Brand new with tags

We've got thousands of donated clothes and accessories for sale in our online shop, many of which have never been worn! Get brand new clothes at great prices and help us end poverty at the same time. A better world, free with every purchase.

Solar and Wind-up Radio

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Say bye-bye to wasteful batteries - this radio runs on winding or solar power! It's dependable and durable, with great sound quality, and it comes with an integrated, ultra-bright LED flashlight so you can see and hear in the dark!

Rose Print Jewellery Box

£12.99

The perfect dressing table accessory, this beautiful rose printed cotton covered jewellery box is the perfect place to store your favourite pieces of jewellery. Handcrafted in India by Noah's Ark.