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Oxfam Novib Strategy Paper on Corporate Accountability

01/12/2014

1 documents

26 pages long

Languages: English

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This document sets out the policy framework that will define Oxfam Novib’s future programme of work in corporate accountability and that will guide its social justice agenda in relation to the private sector. Oxfam Novib recognises that the activities of multinational companies can promote economic development and generate wealth and prosperity in a sustainable manner, […]

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Conflict Transformation: Transforming cultures of violence to overcome injustice and poverty

24/02/2014

1 documents

6 pages long

Languages: English

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Oxfam works to ensure that the fundamental right of all people to life and security is respected, both through its responses to humanitarian emergencies and by addressing violent conflict, be it direct, cultural or structural, as one of the key drivers of poverty. Through thorough conflict analysis, founded on the experience and insight of […]

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Statement of Partnership Principles

18/12/2013

1 documents

9 pages long

Languages: English

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In September 2009 Oxfam’s need for an OI Partnership Policy was confirmed. An internal consultation determined the document should take the form of a Statement of Partnership Principles. The Statement of Principles provides a unified framework and foundation for addressing partnership issues across the confederation. Its primary purpose is to contribute to a common understanding […]

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Gender Issues in Conflict and Humanitarian Action

29/11/2013

1 documents

8 pages long

Languages: English

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Humanitarian crises can affect women, men, girls and boys in radically different ways. To address the different impacts of conflict and disasters on each group and promote the potential for positive transformation of gender norms, Oxfam calls for humanitarian agencies to analyse, plan, and respond to crises in ways that address practical gender needs and […]

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Violence Against Women and Girls in Emergencies

29/11/2013

1 documents

6 pages long

Languages: English

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In every humanitarian crisis, humanitarian agencies, donors, and governments should seek to prevent and respond to violence against women and girls (VAWG) and gender-based violence (GBV) in emergencies. This includes reducing risks across humanitarian programmes, increasing access to services for survivors, tackling the root causes of violence, and promoting women’s rights. Oxfam is committed to […]

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Oxfam’s Role in Humanitarian Action

26/06/2013

4 documents

8 pages long

Languages: English, French, Spanish

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As humanitarian agencies face enormous challenges in crises such as Syria, and a rapidly changing world, this new policy compendium note sets out Oxfam’s vision of its own role in humanitarian action. Like many international NGOs, its humanitarian work focuses increasingly on supporting the capacity of other organizations and partners – and on building the […]

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Role of United Nations Peacekeeping Missions in the Protection of Civilians

17/07/2012

2 documents

6 pages long

Languages: English

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Since 1999, UN peacekeeping missions have been explicitly mandated to protect civilians under threat in the countries where they are deployed. However, there remains a significant degree of confusion amongst soldiers and civilians deployed in peacekeeping missions about what exactly their civilian protection mandate entails. Oxfam expects military and civilian staff deployed as part of […]

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The Accountability of National Security Forces to Civilians

01/07/2012

2 documents

8 pages long

Languages: English

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Conflict-affected states require security and development, which are deeply interlinked. Security sector reform (SSR) is one element in building that security. It not only involves reforming security forces, but building up civilian institutions to oversee their work and uphold justice. Security forces must be accountable to civilian authorities and the wider civilian population. Effective SSR […]

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Humanitarian Funding

01/04/2012

2 documents

5 pages long

Languages: English

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In both conflicts and disasters, people anywhere have the right to the humanitarian assistance and protection that they need.When national governments are unable to provide it, or need support, the international community has a responsibility to help, including through funding humanitarian action by disaster-affected governments, local and national NGOs, the UN and others. Despite increased […]

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Provision of Aid by Foreign Military Forces

01/04/2012

2 documents

6 pages long

Languages: English, Spanish

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The military’s role in providing assistance to civilians in crises is not a new phenomenon. Nevertheless, the past decade has witnessed a significant growth in this, as some military forces have provided an increasing amount of aid to people affected by humanitarian crises, not only in conflicts, but also in response to natural disasters. In […]

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