Oxfam America - Idaho

03/08/2019

Happy International Women's Day!!!

Here are some stories celebrating women globally!

https://www.oxfamamerica.org/explore/stories/ladies-supporting-ladies/?fbclid=IwAR0kYBOd0vZZn6NvFnGeFXbWFgU8DhM0OU5-2gNlQCoLp8LrMh1An-xghqw

"Think Equal, Build Smart, Innovate for Change". That's the theme of Friday's International Women's Day as policymakers, activists and gender equality stakeh...

10/16/2017

In the face of a global hunger crisis, the power of women farmers to feed the world offers hope.

In honor of World Food Day this October 16, use your voice to help small-scale farmers lift themselves out of poverty.

06/20/2017

Happy World Refugee Day!

Today is World Refugee Day, a day to commemorate the strength and courage of refugees who've been forced to flee due to crisis and violence.

With more people around the world displaced from their homes than than ever before, the US should be doing MORE to help refugees, not less.

Join us in showing Congress that welcoming refugees is an American value 🗽🇺🇸.

✏Sign your name now to urge Congress to do more to support refugees around the world, and to welcome the most vulnerable people to the US: oxfamamerica.org/wrd-2017 ✏

04/18/2017

Our latest events!

03/22/2017

Calling all local musicians!

We are searching for local musicians who would be interested in performing for Refugee rights and protecting the US Refugee Program in an Oxfam Jam. Oxfam Jam is a fundraising event where we will be donating all the money raised to Oxfam America's Refugee Program.

If you are interested in performing for this event held in April or May please contact us at [email protected] or message us on Faceboook on this page.

Here is a link that explains the event a little more:
https://www.oxfamamerica.org/take-action/events/host-an-oxfam-jam/

Looking for a fun and creative way to join the fight against poverty? Host an Oxfam Jam fundraising event and spotlight local artists while making a global impact.

03/22/2017

Come check us out at the TLC Commons 2nd floor to sign a petition and send a letter to local representatives protecting the US Refugee Program. We also have some goodies!

03/14/2017

"This housing project in the Netherlands is easing integration for young refugees."

Often throughout college students have roommates. Living with another person who may even be a stranger can teach you a lot about yourself and others. Incorporating acceptance into this dynamic to build a foundation for tolerance by introducing people of different backgrounds is enlightening. Getting to know people who differ is a great way to reduce intolerance and build trust.

03/02/2017

Read this letter to President Trump about WHY we cannot turn our backs on those most vulnerable.

Immediately after taking office, President Trump moved to block Syrians from finding refuge in the US. Stand with refugees and fight back now.

02/15/2017

"The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals decided to maintain the temporary suspension of the Executive Order banning refugees and travelers from seven Muslim countries. While yesterday’s court decision appropriately extends relief to thousands of people, it does not permanently abolish the Executive Order. This discriminatory and un-American ban must not remain in legal limbo. Urgent action is needed from Congress now:" https://www.oxfamamerica.org/explore/stories/court-of-appeals-upheld-block-on-trumps-travel-ban-now-congress-must-act/

https://www.oxfamamerica.org/explore/stories/7-ways-you-can-help-refugees-right-now/

Oxfam will not back down when it comes to standing up for some of the world’s most vulnerable people. We know that you care too—so we’ve put together a list of seven ways you can help refugees right now.

02/02/2017

FRIENDS - Today the Senate is voting TODAY on overturning a key provision of Dodd-Frank that helps people living in poverty around the world by letting them track the payments Big Oil makes to their governments. This allows them to demand that money get spent on the things that matter - like roads, schools, and healthcare.

We hear all the time from people who live in resource-rich, yet poor countries that they need more tools to fight corruption and poverty. This program doesn't cost tax-payers anything and helps those activists in countries all around the world follow the money and demand change.
Please like/share/comment - or even call your Senator and tell them you urge them to vote NO on Senate Joint Resolution 9. Call 1-888-252-2329 to be automatically routed to your Senator - you'll hear some talking points from yours truly before you are connected that you can pull from.
THANKS!

Are you going to vote for corruption today John McCain, U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Senator Angus S. King, Jr., Senator Bob Corker, Johnny Isakson, Senator David Perdue, Senator Marco Rubio, John Boozman, Cory Gardner, Senator Rob Portman, Senator Jeff Flake????

We are watching to make sure you vote NO on Senate Joint Resolution 9, which will overturn key progress we've made on fighting corruption around the world.

This vote would get rid of the Cardin-Lugar anti-corruption provision, one of the most important tools for people living in poverty to hold their governments accountable against corruption.

Cardin-Lugar requires oil and mining companies to publish the payments they make to governments around the world so citizens can follow the money and demand that governments pay for schools, roads, hospitals, and other critical investments that fight poverty.

Please like/share/comment on this post so we can get the attention of these Senators!

If any of these Senators represent your state, please call 1-888-252-2329 to be automatically connected with your Senator's office.

On behalf of people living in poverty around the world, THANK YOU!

02/01/2017

Take action and continue your involvement with Oxfam by applying for CHANGE 2017. This is an amazing opportunity to learn more about Oxfam campaigns, advocacy, and organizing. You will also be part of an amazing group of dedicated students fighting towards inclusion, justice, and equality. Application deadline is March 31. Apply today: https://change.oxfamamerica.org/accounts/register/

Oxfam at University of Idaho!
Take action and continue your involvement with Oxfam by applying for CHANGE 2017. This is an amazing opportunity to learn more about Oxfam campaigns, advocacy, and organizing. You will also be part of an amazing group of dedicated students fighting towards inclusion, justice, and equality. Application deadline is March 31. Apply today: https://change.oxfamamerica.org/accounts/register/