International Women's Day

Paper released as West Bank sees escalations in Israeli military and settler violence.

All over the world, women and girls in their organizations and movements are leading the struggle for a more equal and just world with creativity, commitment and incredible resilience. Feminism is an inclusive, internationalist, diverse, dynamic movement that inspires and opens doors. As Oxfam we are joining this global movement with commitment, enthusiasm and humility.

When conflict and crisis strike displacement, hunger, and poverty follow. But, all too often, it is women’s rights that become the early casualties of war. As they flee conflict, travel, and settle in refugee camps they are highly vulnerable to all forms of violence. Throughout the world, Oxfam works to advocate for change that will transform women’s lives.

"Women and girls are today bravely taking a stand and Oxfam stands with them in solidarity," said Winnie Byanyima, Oxfam International Executive Director and women’s rights leader, this International Women’s Day.

Women across the globe are facing new threats which risk dismantling decades of hard-won rights and derailing the effort to end extreme poverty, Oxfam warns today. 

Four women who live in camps in South Sudan told us about their difficulties, their challenges and their hope.

This Briefing for Business is intended for senior managers in global and national companies, especially those producing and retailing food and fast-moving consumer goods.