The huge disparity between the rich and the poor is not only apparent in social status, but also in the way they affect climate. A study reveals that the wealthiest 10 percent of South East Asians, in countries like the Philippines, are responsible for a third of the national carbon consumptions, which is four times as high as the average footprint of the poorest 50% of the population - worsening pollution and climate crisis, leaving the poor struggling just to keep the lights on.

As part of its advocacy to promote gender equality in the home setting, international humanitarian and development organization Oxfam partnered with the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) to train inmates on the value of care work and why they should share this responsibility. The trainees will include inmates or Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL) set for […]

To scale up government efforts to curb the impact of the pandemic, international development and humanitarian organization Oxfam and Microsoft partnered to provide cash assistance to low-income families of confirmed and suspected COVID-19 patients in Quezon City.  Oxfam Pilipinas Country Director Lot Felizco said the cash assistance would be initially provided to 90 families in […]

Blog post by Chema VeraMore from Chema Vera One of the hardest things to do leading an organization such as Oxfam, whose work supports many struggles for justice and saves people’s lives, is to decide not to do things. It is doubly difficult when people living in poverty are facing this deadly new coronavirus threat that will also increase […]

Blog post by Janice Ian ManlutacMore from Janice Ian Manlutac Our economic model is cracking under the weight of so many wrongs. It has been more than a month since the Philippine government implemented an enhanced community quarantine in the National Capital Region,which is home to 13 million people. Other areas of the Philippines followed with […]

Blog post by Diane LimMore from Diane Lim Barangay Kitango in the Municipality of Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao is home to several business and is known as a host for frequently displaced persons from neighboring communities such as Pikig, Malangog, Bagong Upam, Dapiawan, and Elian to name a few. Armed conflict is usually at a halt […]

Blog post by Camille AdleMore from Camille Adle Preventing transmission of the COVID-19 disease requires that we consistently exercise proper health and hygiene protocols, both in our homes and in public spaces. Authorities have also advised that we all steer clear of large gatherings, avoid using public transportation, follow “community quarantine” measures, and seek prompt medical […]