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Hang on – is gender equality an untapped solution to climate change? 🤔 Welcome to the first episode of Climate+, our brand new series exploring the intersectionality of climate change and social justice in collaboration with Earthrise Studio We know that climate change – like many other things in this world – disproportionately impacts women, and that’s what we’re discussing in episode one. Women are often the backbone of communities across the world, yet when it comes to decision-making and negotiations on climate they’re often denied a seat at the table. That’s why climate activists like Joyce Koech, who we speak to in this episode, are fighting to ensure that girls have access to a quality education and to make this a key part of the climate conversation. Let us know what you think of this episode and tag a woman you admire in the climate space in the comments! 💬 #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis #GenderEquality #WomensRights

"We look forward to working with the Prime Minister and his government as we continue to tackle injustice and poverty both in the UK and around the world." Halima Begum - Oxfam GB Chief Executive

Our CEO, Halima, joins our volunteers, campaigners, celebrities, and activists at Glastonbury Festival, amplifying Oxfam’s collective call for a #CeasefireNOW. Gaza urgently needs our support. Join us to demand immediate action by signing the petition: bit.ly/45zXIMS

🚨Oxfam GBs Chief Executive Halima Begum says “History will judge the moral paralysis of our leaders” upon the publication of new data showing the entire of Gaza is at high risk of famine. Join us in calling on the UK to do more to put pressure on Israel to allow aid in & end arms sales in line with its legal obligations and help bring about a permanent #CeasefireNOW. Sign the petition: http://bit.ly/45zXIMS

The people of #Gaza face unimaginable death and destruction: 37,000+ Palestinians killed, children bombed, malnourished, and facing famine. Tell the UK government to end arms sales to Israel & stop being complicit in this humanitarian catastrophe: bit.ly/StopUKSendingArms

We want to shout out Lorna and the team at the Water Tank café in the Oxfam superstore! They provide delicious coffee and food to the people of Oxford and will soon be opening a new branch in Oxfam’s Manchester superstore (opening 19th July 2024!). “The Water Tank café first opened on the same day as the superstore. However, during the Covid lockdown, the caterers contracted to the café made redundancies, which included myself. I was then contacted by Oxfam about reopening the café as my own business. We reopened in May 2021 and we’ve never looked back! “There are so many great sustainable and ethical food and drinks companies out there with amazing stories behind them. It's great to be an independent business that can do their part in supporting some of those wonderful products. I love to work with the wonderful local suppliers especially those that are social enterprises. “Although it’s incredibly hard work to run a small business, I love the freedom. We are not restricted in terms of what suppliers we use or products we sell and the team get to be involved in coming up with new ideas. “I’m so excited to bring the Water Tank to our new Manchester superstore in July, I think we’ll bring some unique to the Manchester Fort shopping park!” - Lorna, Water Tank café owner 🍰

We’re so excited to announce the opening of Oxfam’s second Superstore in Manchester on the 19th July 2024! 💚 The Manchester Superstore will bring 10,000 square foot of second hand inspiration, community spaces and positive impact to the Manchester Fort Shopping Park in Cheetham Hill. If you’re a business looking to donate to the Manchester Superstore, please get in touch with us via [email protected]. For any individuals looking to donate, please bring your pre-loved items to our donation weekend at the superstore on the 13th and 14th July 2024. Watch this space and follow @manchesteroxfamsuperstore on Instagram for more updates.

On #WorldRefugeeDay, we are supporting those on the front lines of the climate crisis. Often this is people who are forced to move from their homes in their own countries. Their stories are a testament to the enduring power of action and hope. Read more: https://bit.ly/3RCifvZ

📢 *Free webinar 2 July - Putting people at the heart of human rights due diligence – Effective grievance mechanisms* Through the Oxfam Business Advisory Service, Oxfam provides practical guidance and support to companies striving to do business better – on Tuesday 2 July, we have the third in a series of free webinars, looking at effective grievance mechanisms – what they look like and how to implement them.   Oxfam Business Advisory Service Private Sector Human Rights Advisor Monica Romis will be joined by a fantastic panel of experts to share their experiences and explore this critical topic for responsible business:   ·        Stephen Craig – National Development Officer with Unite, the Union in the UK, and Trade Union Coordinator at ETI ·        Julia Black – Group Ethics and Social Sustainability Senior Manager at Hilton Foods ·        Kealey Burbidge – Senior People and Culture Manager at Hilton Foods ·        Deeva Parikh – Partner and Human Rights Due Diligence at John Lewis Partnership There’s still time to sign up here: https://lnkd.in/ebnrMf9r If you can’t make the webinar, you can still register, and you will receive the recording afterwards.   #HRDD #responsiblebusiness #gender #supplychain #rightsholderengagement Ethical Trading Initiative Business Fights Poverty AIM-Progress Food Network for Ethical Trade

My mum’s death makes me want a care revolution. Carers don’t want to be ‘saints’ or ‘angels’, says Ruth Hannan, they just want the same opportunities as everyone else. Read her powerful and personal blog for Carers Week. https://lnkd.in/efBQz2MR Care Full Hannah Webster Silvia Galandini