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*𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿* We recently hosted this to address the devastating crisis in Gaza. Hear updates from our colleague Bushra and Sarit from B’Tselem. We stand firm in demanding an immediate ceasefire and a commitment to peace and justice for all. #CeasefireNOW

Why are we still waiting for justice on loss and damage? Remember the fanfare two years ago when rich countries promised new money to respond to the destructive impacts of the climate emergency? Well, the paltry climate finance deal at #COP29 contained precisely zero concrete commitments on #LossandDamage. Chiara Liguori on how the hopes of poorer countries and communities were raised – only to be brutally dashed. https://lnkd.in/edWDDzqf Latest post on our Views and Voices blog for development professionals. Loss and Damage Collaboration, Climate Action Network International, Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL), Practical Action, Loss and Damage Youth Coalition

‘When is the UK going to stop selling arms to Israel?’ Our Policy colleague for the Occupied Palestinian Territory recounts her 5 year old son asking her over the phone. Bushra recently left her family, who are based in the West Bank, for an advocacy trip to the UK. In order to influence the UK Government to do more for an immediate and permanent ceasefire. The UK Government is complicit until it bans ALL arms sales. STOP ARMING ISRAEL. Sign the petition: bit.ly/StopArming_Israel

"Did you know that players of People's Postcode Lottery help support projects led by our partners to tackle the climate crisis and stand up for women's rights?" In Kenya, some of this work is made possible through projects led by Oxfam's partner IREMO. In 2023 Kenya experienced its worst drought in forty years. In the village of Marsabit, 80% of their livestock have died. Yet with funding raised by players of People’s Postcode Lottery and support of Oxfam partner IREMO, women like Butha have been able to develop the business skills they need to build a brighter future for themselves and their communities. #PostcodeLotteryPeople #PeoplesPostcodeLottery

The 13th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights #UNForumBHR has just drawn to a close.   One emerging theme was the need for companies to ensure stakeholder engagement for grievance mechanisms to be effective.   To support businesses looking at this, *hot off the press* we’re sharing a brand-new Oxfam resource free to download, the Spanish language grievance mechanism toolkit.   The grievance mechanism toolkit was developed by our Business Advisory Service team, for FMCG company Reckitt, and contains practical tips and guidance to support businesses and other stakeholders in designing and implementing effective site-level grievance mechanisms in their operations and supply chains. It is designed to be applicable to all sectors, commodities, and geographies and includes a self-assessment questionnaire to support organisations with understanding where to start in the process.    *And now the toolkit is available in Spanish*. Ideal for Spanish based organisations or multi-national companies operating in Spanish speaking supply chains.   *Download the toolkit*: https://lnkd.in/e3mK4qXn   We’re grateful to our colleagues in Oxfam Guatemala for their support with translating this incredibly useful tool for the private sector and beyond.   If you want to explore how Oxfam Business Advisory Service can support you with grievance mechanisms and other ways to enhance your human rights due diligence, reach out to the team below via their website (Link in comments).   #humanrights #CSDDD #BizHumanRights #grievancemechanisms 

Pssst… Oxfam’s got brand-new charity gifts, just in time for Christmas 🎄 Unwrapped is available exclusively in Oxfam shops across the UK. What is Oxfam Unwrapped? 🎁 It’s a pressie with a purpose – Every gift helps tackle poverty and support communities worldwide, from access to clean water to learning sustainable farming techniques. 💚 It’s thoughtful and unique – say goodbye to ordinary gifts and hello to something truly meaningful. Because the best Christmas Gifts are Unwrappable. 🌍 It’s more than a charity gift; Unwrapped is a beautiful A5 illustration printed on watercolour paper. With artworks championing the causes Oxfam Unwrapped supports and leaflets, with vital information about the impact of your gift. ✨ Find them now at your nearest Oxfam shop and learn more about the range here: https://bit.ly/3VauhPd

The private jets leaving #COP29 are the ultimate symbol of climate injustice. Now the UK must go further in taxing them, says Julia Davies of Patriotic Millionaires UK. #MakePollutersPay https://lnkd.in/etG8K7A2

🔴 STOP ARMING ISRAEL. Sign the petition✍ bit.ly/StopArming_Israel. The UK is still supplying crucial parts of F-35 fighter jets to Israel. Without them, the aircraft wouldn’t be able to take off, let alone drop bombs on #Gaza. The UK Government is complicit until it bans ALL arms sales.

Violence against women and girls remains one of the most widespread human rights violations. On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we stand in solidarity with our global partners. They are working tirelessly to combat all forms of violence against women. In the Occupied Palestinian Territory, war and instability has worsened gender-based violence and created new risks for women, girls, and vulnerable groups. Conflict and displacement are disrupting social structures and safety measures. Partners like Family Defense Society, a Women’s Rights Fund member, provide vital support. It helps women, children, and survivors of gender-based violence reclaim their lives. Women’s Rights Fund: https://lnkd.in/esRWWzGG #16Days #GenderBasedViolence #WomensRights #InternationalDayForTheEliminationOfViolenceAgainstWomen 

Our volunteers in Oxfam Earlsfield are getting ready for Christmas, are you? 🎄 Click the link to find out how you can give the gift of time this festive season 👉bit.ly/3C7qRWI #Oxfamily #ChristmasVolunteering #Volunteering #Volunteer