Politics of Poverty
Ideas and analysis from Oxfam America's policy experts
Politics of Poverty
Abby Maxman Reflects on Milestone in Oxfam's Response in Ukraine
On September 1, after 4.5 years, Oxfam ended its operational presence in Ukraine and shifted to a remote strategic engagement. Oxfam America's President and CEO Abby Maxman reflects on the response, including its origins, foundational components, and what Oxfam has learned from the experience
Politics of Poverty
From visibility to power: Advancing gender equality through EITI
The Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Standard has stronger gender provisions than ever. Now the challenge is turning them into meaningful changes in who has information, influence, and power
Politics of Poverty
When Communities Lead: Transforming Local Systems for Climate Resilience in Central America’s Dry Corridor
For too long, communities in Central America’s Dry Corridor relied on centralized weather information and warning systems that arrived too late or were not adapted to the local context.