Content Type: Policy Brief / Publishing Institution: Oxfam Publishing / Topic: Crime

Publication Date:: 11-2013
Content Type:: Policy Brief
Institution:: Oxfam Publishing
Abstract:: Humanitarian crises can affect women, men, girls and boys in radically different ways; changing social and cultural structures, and redefining women's and men's statuses – in both positive and negative ways. If humanitarian interventions are not planned with gender dynamics in mind, the needs of those most under threat may not be adequately met, and an opportunity to support positive change will be lost. That is why gender equality is central to humanitarian action.
Topic:: Conflict Resolution, Political Violence, Crime, Gender Issues, and Humanitarian Aid

Author:: Daniel Gorevan
Publication Date:: 10-2013
Content Type:: Policy Brief
Institution:: Oxfam Publishing
Abstract:: The world was rightly appalled by the use of chemical weapons in Damascus on 21 August 2013. If the recent diplomatic initiatives by the USA and Russia mean that these weapons are never again used, it would be a great achievement. But it won't be enough.
Topic:: Foreign Policy, Crime, Human Rights, International Law, and Weapons of Mass Destruction
Political Geography:: Geneva, Russia, Middle East, Arabia, and Syria

Author:: Scott Stedjan and Colby Goodman
Publication Date:: 10-2011
Content Type:: Policy Brief
Institution:: Oxfam Publishing
Abstract:: With the trial of Viktor Bout nearly underway and the UN negotiations on an Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) starting in the summer of 2012, this briefing paper seeks to provide the reader with a deeper understanding of the challenges the US government faces in tackling unscrupulous arms brokers abroad and to show how the adoption of a strong and comprehensive ATT could help the United States and other governments in such efforts.
Topic:: Arms Control and Proliferation, Crime, International Cooperation, and Law Enforcement
Political Geography:: United States and United Nations

Publication Date:: 07-2009
Content Type:: Policy Brief
Institution:: Oxfam Publishing
Abstract:: In 2008, Oxfam commissioned the Wilberforce Institute for the Study of Slavery and Emancipation, based at Hull University, to conduct an independent evaluation of the Gangmasters Licensing Authority (GLA). The research team found that the GLA and its licensing regime were considered effective by many labour providers, unions, retailers and representatives of vulnerable workers, for its significant work in improving labour rights standards for workers and creating a more level playing field for employers. However, a significant number of unlicensed gangmasters continue to operate, and exploitation, though reduced, is still reported. Workers' fear of the consequences of blowing the whistle – loss of job, loss of accommodation, violence, and deportation – fundamentally thwarts intelligence-led enforcement. There are clear indications that some gangmasters have switched their operations to sectors beyond the remit of the GLA in which enforcement is scarce. Exploitation is endemic in the sectors of construction, hospitality, and care.
Topic:: Corruption, Crime, Labor Issues, and Financial Crisis

Publication Date:: 10-2007
Content Type:: Policy Brief
Institution:: Oxfam Publishing
Abstract:: For the first time, IANSA, Oxfam, and Safeworld have estimated the economic cost of armed conflict to Africa's development. Around $300bn since 1990 has been lost by Algeria, Angola, Burundi, Central African Republic, Chad, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Republic of Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Sudan and Uganda.
Topic:: Arms Control and Proliferation, Crime, and Treaties and Agreements
Political Geography:: Africa, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Ghana

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