Posted by Jake Anders on October 31st, 2011
Land Grabs
Since the food price spikes of 2008, wealthy companies have invested heavily in cheap agricultural land in poor countries, often for commercial use. But in many cases, the land sold is actually being used by poor families to grow food. These families are often forcibly evicted with little or no warning or compensation, and in many cases the land is either left idle by investors who know it will only grow in value, or used in ways that reduce food production. So it’s time for effective global rules to get land grabs under control – rules which ensure local communities see the benefits of investments and which help make sure that governments provide secure access to land for smallholder farmers, and especially women.
What can you do?
There have been major developments since we launched our land grabs report into evictions, some violent, in Uganda, where at least 22,500 people lost their homes and land and many have been left destitute.
Recently, members of the evicted community had reported feeling intimidated and harassed after questioning by workers from the New Forests Company (NFC). Since this action was launched, and thanks to pressure on NFC, we have now received assurance from the company that it will halt this questioning of community leaders and conduct an external investigation. We will continue to monitor the situation on the ground in order to confirm that this has happened.
However, we need to maintain pressure on the NFC to ensure that the external investigation results in justice for these vulnerable communities in Uganda. Send an email to the Chairman of NFC, Robert Devereux, demanding he take immediate action.
Click here to email the New Forests Company.
Posted by Jake Anders on January 19th, 2011
Join us for tea and cake, to find out what Oxfam does, how we do it, and how you can get involved with our new Fundraising Group.
GUEST SPEAKER Janine Woodward will be talking about her experiences of Oxfam’s work in Zambia.
Thursday 24th February 7:00-8:30
Oxhibitions, Above Salisbury Oxfam Bookshop, 10 Catherine Street, Salisbury, SP1 2DA
All welcome, RSVP to Agatha Morris on:
07769342545 or amor...@oxfam.org.uk
Download a copy of the poster for you to print and display.
Posted by Jake Anders on December 7th, 2010
Be part of Oxfam’s NEW Salisbury Fundraising Group
We’re looking for enthusiastic people to help raise money for Oxfam’s vital work through fundraising events in Salisbury.
The money you raise will help to alleviate poverty and suffering worldwide by funding health, education and water sanitation projects.
Meet like-minded people and have fun with a team of inspiring individuals.
This is a unique opportunity to have a voice in Oxfam and develop your skills.
Your group’s fundraising can be anything and everything – from cake sales to gala dinners. Furthermore there is a role to suit everyone and the choice is up to you!
What can I do?
- Do – If you are interested in joining this new group contact Agatha Morris: amor...@oxfam.org.uk, 07769342545
- Do – If you can think of somewhere you could put some flyers, you can download and print these out…
- Explore – Find out more about Oxfam’s vital work here
Be Amazing : Be Humankind
Posted by Jake Anders on October 22nd, 2010
This Saturday is the Oxjam Wiltshire takeover and there’s a whole load of amazing Live Music events going on all over Salisbury!
Events Include:
Nick Heyward in Candlelit Concert at Salisbury Cathedral
NICK HEYWARD’s career in music began at 19 with the band HAIRCUT 100. The band had tremendous success in the UK and in the States with songs such as “Favourite Shirts (Boy Meets Girl)”, “Fantastic Day”, “Nobody’s Fool” and “Love Plus One”. After leaving HAIRCUT 100 Nick had great success as a solo artist and is performing at the Cathedral to help a cause very dear to his heart – Oxfam.
Find out more on the Facebook event
Tickets cost from £10 and are available from Salisbury Playhouse or online here!
For all the following events, entry is gained by purchasing a wristband here for the bargain price of £5. These should then be collected on the day from Salisbury Oxfam Gallery between 10:30am-4:30pm and 7pm-8pm. There will be some availability on the day, for £7, from Salisbury Oxfam Gallery between 10:30am and 4:30pm or at some venues after 6pm.
DIRTY ROUGE w/ Slhtt Shwgrls, TheOprtn + Ot Lke A Ln+ RECKON at the Old Ale House
Big charity rock night in the heart of Salisbury promises to offer the best up and coming bands Wiltshire has to offer!
Find out more on the Facebook event
Comedy at the Winchester Gate
Night of UK Underground comedy comes to Salisbury
Find out more on the Facebook event
Acoustic Night @ The Boathouse
Open Mic / contact us – All acoustic All Night – well 8pm – 11.30pm. Curated by Salisbury’s Darrell Ford, who happens to be playing two gigs in one night! This show will feature the best Wiltshire has to offer in the solo stakes!
Find out more on the Facebook event
Posted by Jake Anders on October 18th, 2010
Here at Salisbury Oxfam we’re always on the look out for new volunteers to join our fun and friendly team!
At the moment there are some particular positions we are on the look out for, so take at look at the positions below that take your eye, and if you’re interested in finding out more contact us through the details on each!
We look forward to hearing from you!
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