Our Mission
Through non-partisan grassroots action, Oxfam Action Corps - Columbus's mission is to inform, inspire, and mobilize public support for policies to end hunger, poverty, and social injustice in the United States and globally.Our History
Oxfam America launched Oxfam Action Corps – Columbus in April 2008.Who We Are
Although supported by Oxfam America, the Action Corps is 100% volunteer driven. Action Corps volunteers come from all backgrounds. Students, teachers, community organizers, recent grads, nurses, and many more people are all currently active. Some volunteers put in an hour or two a month, others put in an hour or two a day. Everyone is welcomed to get involved at any level - the only pre-requisite is enthusiasm and a passion to help the world’s poor.Our Campaigns
TBD.What We Do
We educate others on the issues and connect them with avenues to ask policymakers to support change. This includes letter writing, petitions, receiving and acting on e-action alerts, media coverage, and visiting elected officials and their staff members. Some of the ways we get this done are:Connecting with concert-goers with our information at places like the Basement and the Newport Music Hall.
Delivering presentations at schools, colleges, and churches.
Holding monthly public meetings.
Sending action alerts and volunteer opportunities by e-mail.
Participating in festivals and conferences.
Posting updates on the web.
Visiting Congressional offices.
Organizing rallies and vigils.
What We Don't Do
We do not solicit or accept donations. Also, as an organization, we do not endorse candidates or political parties. We stick with the issues and ways to make a difference without getting out the wallet!Contact Us
Thinking about getting involved? Tips on events that we shouldn't miss? Need a speaker for a program? Other questions? Don't hesitate to get in touch.Email: columbus@oxfamactioncorps.org
Blog: columbus.oxfamactioncorps.org
Facebook: TBD
