For World Humanitarian Day Tess Dico-Young reflects on the process of producing the new, improved, IASC Gender Handbook for Humanitarian Action. Huge shifts have occurred in the humanitarian sector and …
If we don’t make sacrifices, who will?
Cecilia KidenOxfam emergency team leader Cecilia shares her experiences on the front line in South Sudan. I’ve seen a lot in my job. As an emergency responder, I am usually close …
Pushing for peace in Gaza
Alison MartinLife-saving aid destined for water, sanitation and health care is being blocked from reaching Gaza. Alison Martin reflects on the impact of new restrictions as explained in our joint agency …
The number to focus on this World Refugee Day
Fionna SmythThis World Refugee Day, Head of Humanitarian Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns, Fionna Smyth, reflects on the recent UNHCR refugee figures and reminds us of those who are seeking safety in …
Technology in humanitarian programming: agility vs standardisation
Laura Eldon and Anna KondakhchyanLaura Eldon and Anna Kondakhchyan reflect on how new technologies are used in humanitarian work, and share learning from Oxfam’s experiences. Here at Oxfam, we are passionate about the potential …
10 tips for working with communities on Ebola response
Marion O'Reilly, Eva Niederberger and Suzanne FerronFollowing the news of an Ebola outbreak in the DRC, here’s a summary of lessons learned from Oxfam’s community engagement during the 2014–15 Ebola response in Sierra Leone and Liberia. …
Gaza is dying in front of everybody
Tim HolmesTim Holmes reports back on his recent visit to Gaza and reflects on the challenges people living there face in their daily lives. A powerful smell hit me as I …
Conflicts don’t just end, they are transformed into peace
Fionna SmythTwenty years on from the Good Friday Agreement Fionna Smyth reflects on the process of conflict resolution and the role of humanitarian organizations. Growing up in Northern Ireland in the …