Oxfam is a non-governmental organisation that works to overcome poverty and suffering in communities worldwide. Oxfam believes that through working on development, campaigning and responding to emergencies we can overcome poverty and fight injustices. We support communities to develop long term solutions to poverty. Oxfam campaign for lasting change at the local and international level, for example for a fair food system and free maternal healthcare. We also respond to emergencies by providing life saving support such as clean water, shelter and food vouchers.