Oxfam Australia exists to contribute to a fairer world by overcoming poverty and injustice, challenging the structural causes of poverty, empowering people to control their own lives and fostering long-term change and sustainability. Oxfam also provides emergency aid to victims of natural disasters such as the recent earthquakes in Nepal. See the Oxfam Australia website for details of the organisation's work.
In Warrnambool we concentrate on fundraising and, through our events, raising awareness of the aims of Oxfam.
Our yearly events include a film night, garage sale, book sale, Walk and meetings with speakers.
We hold a committee meeting each month, 4th Wednesday at WDEA, 52-54 Fairy St., 5:30 pm. New committee members would be most welcome or you can join our list of supporters and receive information about events via email. Volunteers to help with our events during the year are always needed.
Annual Walk for water to remind people that millions of people have to carry their daily water needs long distances. This is followed by a sociable afternoon tea. Usually held in the autumn. Monster book sale held at Surfside Holiday Park 9am-12, 1st Saturday of the new year. We have the cheapest books in town. Garage sale Saturday 31 October. Venue to be announced in the calendar of events. A fundraising film night is held in the winter.
No specific skills required. Everyone welcome
Yes
Casual / One Off Opportunities, Ongoing Role
Warrnambool