Oxfam International is a confederation of 20 independent charitable organizations that work together to fight poverty and injustice around the world. The organization was founded in 1995 as a response to the increasing need for a coordinated and strategic approach to international development.

Oxfam’s mission is to create lasting solutions to poverty, hunger, and social injustice by empowering people and communities to take action, mobilizing resources, and advocating for policy changes that promote greater equality and fairness.

The organization works in more than 90 countries, focusing on areas such as food security, gender equality, economic development, humanitarian response, and climate change. Its programs and initiatives include providing emergency assistance to communities affected by natural disasters and conflicts, supporting small-scale farmers and entrepreneurs, promoting women’s rights and gender equality, and advocating for fairer trade policies.

Oxfam also conducts research and advocacy on issues related to poverty and inequality, aiming to influence policy decisions at the national and international levels. The organization has been involved in a number of high-profile campaigns, including the Make Trade Fair campaign, which seeks to reform international trade rules to benefit farmers and workers in developing countries.

Oxfam is funded primarily by donations from individuals, as well as grants from governments, foundations, and other organizations. The organization is governed by a board of trustees, and its work is guided by the principles of transparency, accountability, and respect for human rights.