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  • Published: 14th November 2019
  • Blog by Seren Nurgun

Five Ways Oxfam Unwrapped Makes a Difference in the World

Giving someone a thoughtful and ethical present always feels good, but by giving an Oxfam Unwrapped charity gift, you're being generous in more ways than one.

We’ve rounded up the top five ways you’re helping to make a positive difference in the world when you give an Unwrapped charity gift this Christmas.

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1. You’re fighting to end poverty

All gifts support Oxfam’s work and offer people around the world the opportunity to earn a sustainable income. They help to provide training, support and resources to make sure small businesses thrive, in the face of challenges that can affect farming and fishing, such as climate change.

2. Helping families in crisis

Oxfam provides resources for those affected by natural disasters or displaced by conflict. Proceeds from Oxfam Unwrapped support the many humanitarian relief efforts around the world by providing foodclean water, solar lights, mosquito nets, and bedding to families in need.

3. Supporting women’s rights activists

By choosing an Oxfam Unwrapped gift, you’re assisting the work of women’s rights activists around the world, who are calling for gender equality and an end to violence against women. Oxfam supports training for campaigners in countries such as Vanuatu, so they can educate others on creating a safer, more inclusive community.

4. Empowering curious minds with education opportunities

Education is a key pathway out of poverty and improving access to education can change lives around the world. From Papua New Guinea to Pakistan, Oxfam helps to support teachers and provide resources such as books, blackboards, pens, and clean water.

5. Spreading our mission to end the injustice of poverty

By sharing an Oxfam Unwrapped gift with family and friends, you’re helping to spread the word about the positive impact that can be made in communities around the world. It’s also an excellent way to educate younger family members about the diverse lives of families around the world. The more people learn about Oxfam’s life-changing programmes, the more successful we’ll be in creating a world free from the injustice of poverty.

Shop now to see the full range and learn more about the communities each Oxfam Unwrapped gift supports.