Want to be an Active Advocate?

Want to be an Active Advocate? Join an Event Committee or become a Lead. Get involved! Email us at Chicago@OxfamActionCorps.org

2/1/10

2010 Chicago Oxfam Action Corps

Concerned about poverty and hunger on a global scale, but not sure how to make a difference at the local level? Volunteer with the Oxfam Action Corps and help to change the big picture, starting with your community. Fight poverty and gain advocacy skills with the Oxfam Action Corps. Apply by February 15!

1/22/10

Hope for Haiti NOW

Oxfam was selected as one of the seven aid agencies that will receive funds from George Clooney’s telethon! The telethon, “Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief” will be televised on all major networks tomorrow, Friday January 22nd at 8pm ET.

Shakira, Alicia Keys, Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Hudson and many more artists will be part of the show.

Gather friends and family and host a telethon-viewing house party! And don't forget to call in!

1/19/10

Write a Letter to the Editor

Given the media’s extensive coverage of the situation in Haiti, you can make a difference by writing a letter to the editor of your hometown newspaper, asking readers to do their part by contributing to relief efforts and calling for a brighter future for Haiti.

If you can write a LTE please email chicago@oxfamactioncorps.org and let us know! You can also email us if you need any talking points. Please see oxfamamerica.org for a lot of info and easy ways to make a contribution.

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