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Goat

Get your goat

£25

The perfect gift for the person who has everything. The birthday boy receives a goat card and magnet, and the real goat goes to owners in the developing world. What's more, every goat comes with all these extras: milk to drink and sell, fertiliser to spread, and don't forget the kids, too.

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Brand new with tags

Brand new with tags

We've got thousands of donated clothes and accessories for sale in our online shop, many of which have never been worn! Get brand new clothes at great prices and help us end poverty at the same time. A better world, free with every purchase.

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Solar and Wind-up Radio

Tall Candle Lantern

£39.99

This middle-eastern-style candle lantern is great when you want the lighting a little more intimate. Made from silver coloured metal and glass panels, the lantern stands 51cms tall, and would be ideal for balmy autumn evenings in the garden.

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Fair Trade Fashion

Buy Fair Trade and Organic fashion from Oxfam and 100% of the profits are dedicated to fighting poverty. Top trends, best buys and pick 'n' mix outift suggestions make ethical shopping easy. Beating Poverty with Style.

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The other face of conflict

The other face of conflict


Furaha Vumilia, 65. Photo: Rankin Personal stories from D.R. Congo captured on camera by Rankin.

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