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This is a single-volume guide to all the main analytical frameworks for gender-sensitive research and planning. A framework is particularly useful for setting out the different categories of elements and factors to be considered in any analysis, and for drawing attention to the key issues that have to be explored. It may outline a broad set of beliefs and goals, or it may be more prescriptive and give a set of tools and procedures.The guide fills a gap in the literature, being aimed at students of gender and development, and practitioners who wish to compare the frameworks and identify the appropriate one for a specific situation. The book draws on the experience of trainers and practitioners, including step-by-step instructions for using the frameworks, and summaries of advantages and disadvantages in particular situations. Critically, an introductory section places the frameworks in the context of gender-transformatory development and work and research, emphasizing that a tool is not a substitute for commitment.This book is unique in its focus on gender-analysis frameworks, intended for both students and practitioners, rooted in the grassroots experience of trainers and practitioners, and is clear and practical.

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A collection of twenty-five tales representing the traditions of nineteen different countries is enhanced by artwork by Michael Foreman, Helen Oxenbury, Charlotte Voake, and other noted artists

Hardcover. Featuring the much loved stories in Waterstone's Oxfam bestseller, The Invisible Child and The Fir Tree - the Moomins' gloriously funny and generous take on Christmas - Tales from Moominvalley collects together nine delightful Moomin short stories. Highlights include The Spring Tune (which Jarvis Cocker described as the best story about composing music) and The Last Dragon in the World, revealing the true essence of friendship. A perfect Christmas gift to complete the set of Moomin classics. Sort Of books completes the set of Moomin special collectors' edition hardbacks with the most popular title of them all. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Limited picture disc vinyl LP pressing. Wilcos seventh release, Wilco (the album), took shape quickly in January 09 after the band traveled to Auckland, New Zealand to participate in an Oxfam International benefit project. The band began cutting tracks for the new album, producing it themselves with the help of engineer Jim Scott (Tom Petty, Rage Against the Machine, the Dixie Chicks). The sextet completed the disc at its Chicago studio and performed in April at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage

This book provides the first book-length, English-language account of the political ethics of large-scale, Western-based humanitarian INGOs, such as Oxfam, CARE, and Doctors Without Borders. These INGOs are often either celebrated as 'do-gooding machines' or maligned as incompetents 'on the road to hell'. In contrast, this book suggests the picture is more complicated. Drawing on political theory, philosophy, and ethics, along with original fieldwork, this book shows that while humanitarian INGOs are often perceived as non-governmental and apolitical, they are in fact sometimes somewhat governmental, highly political, and often 'second-best' actors. As a result, they face four central ethical predicaments: the problem of spattered hands, the quandary of the second-best, the cost-effectiveness conundrum, and the moral motivation trade-off. This book considers what it would look like for INGOs to navigate these predicaments in ways that are as consistent as possible with democratic, egalitarian, humanitarian and justice-based norms. It argues that humanitarian INGOs must regularly make deep moral compromises. In choosing which compromises to make, they should focus primarily on their overall consequences, as opposed to their intentions or the intrinsic value of their activities. But they should interpret consequences expansively, and not limit themselves to those that are amenable to precise cost-benefit analysis. The book concludes by explaining the implications of its 'map' of humanitarian INGO political ethics for individual donors to INGOs, and for how we all should conceive of INGOs' role in addressing pressing global problems.

Examines the work of international relief organizations, such as UNICEF, CARE, the Red Cross, OXFAM, and the World Council of Churches, in Cambodia

We live in a period marked by the ascendency of corporations. At the same time, the number of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) - such as Amnesty International, CARE, Greenpeace, Oxfam, Save the Children, and the WWF - has rapidly increased in the last twenty years. As a result, these two very different types of organization are playing an increasingly important role in shaping our society, yet they often have very different agendas. This book focuses on the dynamic interactions, both conflictual and collaborative, that exist between corporations and NGOs. It includes rigorous models, frameworks, and case studies to document the various ways that NGOs target corporations through boycotts, proxy campaigns, and other advocacy initiatives. It also explains the emerging pattern of cross-sectoral alliances and partnerships between corporations and NGOs. This book can help managers, activists, scholars, and students to better understand the nature, scope, and evolution of these complex interactions.

This book provides the first book-length, English-language account of the political ethics of large-scale, Western-based humanitarian INGOs, such as Oxfam, CARE, and Doctors Without Borders. These INGOs are often either celebrated as 'do-gooding machines' or maligned as incompetents 'on the road to hell'. In contrast, this book suggests the picture is more complicated. Drawing on political theory, philosophy, and ethics, along with original fieldwork, this book shows that while humanitarian INGOs are often perceived as non-governmental and apolitical, they are in fact sometimes somewhat governmental, highly political, and often 'second-best' actors. As a result, they face four central ethical predicaments: the problem of spattered hands, the quandary of the second-best, the cost-effectiveness conundrum, and the moral motivation trade-off. This book considers what it would look like for INGOs to navigate these predicaments in ways that are as consistent as possible with democratic, egalitarian, humanitarian and justice-based norms. It argues that humanitarian INGOs must regularly make deep moral compromises. In choosing which compromises to make, they should focus primarily on their overall consequences, as opposed to their intentions or the intrinsic value of their activities. But they should interpret consequences expansively, and not limit themselves to those that are amenable to precise cost-benefit analysis. The book concludes by explaining the implications of its 'map' of humanitarian INGO political ethics for individual donors to INGOs, and for how we all should conceive of INGOs' role in addressing pressing global problems.

This set of 12 papers collates together experiences lessons and good practice drawn from Oxfam GB and its partners global program work on the theme of the Right to be Heard Each paper focuses on a different project and demonstrates varying ways of working which can strengthen the participation of people in poverty as active citizens in the shaping of policy decisions Many poor people around the world are denied the opportunity to have their say Politics generally works well for those in power but those in poverty are often excluded from forums on issues that directly affect their welfare and so are unable to hold decision makers to account Due to this lack of opportunity to influence debates many government policies and resource allocations systematically marginalize the people who most need support and assistance and so block progress towards reducing poverty and suffering These papers cover different approaches lessons learned and useful case examples on issues ranging from local community budget monitoring to popular mobilization and media work Throughout the papers the authors highlight how addressing a lack of voice and ability to speak out against injustice as well as the more tangible aspects of the situation can make a big difference to people s ability to achieve greater well being and get out of poverty and so work towards a point where poor and marginalized women and men are more powerful and able to access their rights

A world-oriented alphabet book to widen a child's horizons: a lively mix of the familiar - H is for Home, P is for Peace - with ideas from further afield. Stunning full-colour images from Oxfam's photographers, drawn from more than 20 different countries, invite children to focus on what we share with each other as well as on what is special for one culture or country. The language of the main text is strong and rhythmic, to catch the interest of the very young. Additional information is there for those who are ready to explore ideas further, and for parents reading to children.

* Detailed, expert guidance for humanitarian agencies on how to prepare for and respond to disasters* Draws on experience from many key agencies, including Merlin, Oxfam GB, Save the Children UK, British Red Cross Society, MSF Holland, and UK Ministry of Defence* Essential information on equipment, medical protocols, decontamination procedures, training, and resource organizations This comprehensive and detailed sourcebook offers humanitarian organizations, for the first time, essential information on how to prepare for the key un-natural disasters which they have to face in an ever more dangerous world.The possibility of a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear or enhanced explosive (CBRNE) disaster has never been greater. Developed countries have the expert infrastructure to deal with Three Mile Island or the Tokyo subway sarin attack. In developing countries such incidents are just as -- or more -- likely to occur, but the emergency services may be unable to respond in the same way, and international humanitarian agencies may be called on to assist. Extreme Emergencies will be an essential tool in helping agencies plan and prepare for the worst case.Led by staff from the UK medical emergency agency Merlin, the book draws together key international expertise and experience. It explains emergency planning, management and safety issues; gives guidance on the range of hazards, their characteristics, clinical effects and required treatment; and offers detailed resource information from equipment to organizations and training issues.All international organizations providing humanitarian assistance in middle and low-income countries will find Extreme Emergencies an essential planning, preparation and training tool.

Kathryn Cave has written numerous books for children of all ages. In 1997, her book "Something Else" was awarded the first UNESCO Prize for Services to Tolerance in Children s Literature. Ms. Cave lives and works in England. This is her second collaboration with Oxfam.

This book provides the first book-length, English-language account of the political ethics of large-scale, Western-based humanitarian INGOs, such as Oxfam, CARE, and Doctors Without Borders. These INGOs are often either celebrated as 'do-gooding machines' or maligned as incompetents 'on the road to hell'. In contrast, this book suggests the picture is more complicated. Drawing on political theory, philosophy, and ethics, along with original fieldwork, this book shows that while humanitarian INGOs are often perceived as non-governmental and apolitical, they are in fact sometimes somewhat governmental, highly political, and often 'second-best' actors. As a result, they face four central ethical predicaments: the problem of spattered hands, the quandary of the second-best, the cost-effectiveness conundrum, and the moral motivation trade-off. This book considers what it would look like for INGOs to navigate these predicaments in ways that are as consistent as possible with democratic, egalitarian, humanitarian and justice-based norms. It argues that humanitarian INGOs must regularly make deep moral compromises. In choosing which compromises to make, they should focus primarily on their overall consequences, as opposed to their intentions or the intrinsic value of their activities. But they should interpret consequences expansively, and not limit themselves to those that are amenable to precise cost-benefit analysis. The book concludes by explaining the implications of its 'map' of humanitarian INGO political ethics for individual donors to INGOs, and for how we all should conceive of INGOs' role in addressing pressing global problems.

This book provides the first book-length, English-language account of the political ethics of large-scale, Western-based humanitarian INGOs, such as Oxfam, CARE, and Doctors Without Borders. These INGOs are often either celebrated as 'do-gooding machines' or maligned as incompetents 'on the road to hell'. In contrast, this book suggests the picture is more complicated. Drawing on political theory, philosophy, and ethics, along with original fieldwork, this book shows that while humanitarian INGOs are often perceived as non-governmental and apolitical, they are in fact sometimes somewhat governmental, highly political, and often 'second-best' actors. As a result, they face four central ethical predicaments: the problem of spattered hands, the quandary of the second-best, the cost-effectiveness conundrum, and the moral motivation trade-off. This book considers what it would look like for INGOs to navigate these predicaments in ways that are as consistent as possible with democratic, egalitarian, humanitarian and justice-based norms. It argues that humanitarian INGOs must regularly make deep moral compromises. In choosing which compromises to make, they should focus primarily on their overall consequences, as opposed to their intentions or the intrinsic value of their activities. But they should interpret consequences expansively, and not limit themselves to those that are amenable to precise cost-benefit analysis. The book concludes by explaining the implications of its 'map' of humanitarian INGO political ethics for individual donors to INGOs, and for how we all should conceive of INGOs' role in addressing pressing global problems.

This set of 12 papers collates together experiences lessons and good practice drawn from Oxfam GB and its partners global program work on the theme of the Right to be Heard Each paper focuses on a different project and demonstrates varying ways of working which can strengthen the participation of people in poverty as active citizens in the shaping of policy decisions Many poor people around the world are denied the opportunity to have their say Politics generally works well for those in power but those in poverty are often excluded from forums on issues that directly affect their welfare and so are unable to hold decision makers to account Due to this lack of opportunity to influence debates many government policies and resource allocations systematically marginalize the people who most need support and assistance and so block progress towards reducing poverty and suffering These papers cover different approaches lessons learned and useful case examples on issues ranging from local community budget monitoring to popular mobilization and media work Throughout the papers the authors highlight how addressing a lack of voice and ability to speak out against injustice as well as the more tangible aspects of the situation can make a big difference to people s ability to achieve greater well being and get out of poverty and so work towards a point where poor and marginalized women and men are more powerful and able to access their rights

Kathryn Cave has written numerous books for children of all ages. In 1997, her book "Something Else" was awarded the first UNESCO Prize for Services to Tolerance in Children s Literature. Ms. Cave lives and works in England. This is her second collaboration with Oxfam.