3things - We can change the world
3things is a movement for global goodness. We believe if each of us take small positive steps, together we can make some big changes.
So whether you've got 3 minutes, 3 weeks or more, you can do 3things to change the world...
An initiative of Oxfam Australia.
3things people are doing now
Dave 's 3things / Writing from Peats Ridge Festival
- 1. - Turn light switches off
- 2. - Buy more local food
- 3. - Increase herbs in garden
Hakiim's 3things / Writing from Uganda
- 1. - Eliminate tribalism
- 2. - Smile and greet my neighbours to promote friendship in my neighbourhood
- 3. - Encourage girls to speek their ming
3things spotlight
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Clean Water Saves Lives: Dive into our DIY fundraising kit! -
Clean clothes & garment guilt... sweatshop-free shopping -
Six months, six sustainable and fair food challenges. Sign up now! -
Music clip: Coldplay + Oxfam + 7000 people against land grabs!
What difference does 3things make?
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Rockin’ the vintage look
By clothes swapping & op shopping, you’re reducing landfill & the energy that goes into making new garments.
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Buying fair trade
Choosing fair trade means you’re helping farmers get a decent, stable price for their work.
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Appreciating your food
With every bite we can support the people who produce our food, and who has access to it.
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Supporting ethical brands
By being aware of who's making your clothes and how, you're helping to support a sweat-shop free world.
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Volunteering
Many organisations around the world couldn’t survive without volunteers. Sign up & feel good!
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Riding your pushy
It not only makes you look good, it’s also better for the environment.
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Standing up for gender justice
While you might not know it, you can start being a gender justice hero regardless of gender or geography.
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Loving H20
We’re lucky in Australia to have access to clean drinking water. Help make this a reality for everyone.
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Being the change you want to see
As Gandhi famously said, ‘Be the change you want to see in the world’. Get some inspiration here.
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Supporting Indigenous Equality
Be part of the movement to ensure all Australians have equal access to employment, health and more.
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Reducing, reusing & recycling
Yes we all know the importance of recycling, but there’s more that you can do to be sustainable.
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Embracing your inner advocate
People power works. Don’t take our word for it; check out some of the recent wins on 3things.
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Smiling more often
True- smiling lifts your mood, reduces stress, increases productivity, produces empathy. The list goes on..
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Being critical of the media
By being discerning of what the media presents to us, we can make up our own mind about the world.
Events
Human Rights Arts and Film Festival
- When:
- 9 May - 30 Jun 2013
- Where:
- All over Australia
If you are interested in human rights issues, and want to see positve global change, head on down to the Human Rights Arts and Film Festival! Showcasing inspiring and shocking art, music and film, all with a focus on international or domestic human rights issues.
Blog
YouTubing for a cause
Zac Phillips wants you to help him raise money for charity simply by watching his YouTube clips, AND he wants you to help him decide where to donate it! The Aussie YouTuber says, "I have decided to donate all the advertisement revenue that I get from my YouTube videos to a charity. Recently I got my first cheque for $159 and I'm going to match that with my own money. I know it's not much but it is infinitely more than nothing.
Programs
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Design For Change
Design For Change works with emerging leaders in design, communications and business to create change using their skills and profession.
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Oxfam Uni Groups
Oxfam Uni Groups are a national network of university clubs and societies working together to help create a just world without poverty.
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Class of Change
Ideas, stories, resources and a chance to change the world, your way.
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Resources
Packed full of useful infographics & DIY social justice kits, our Resource section is your one stop changing the world spot.
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About 3things
The content on this site is produced by volunteers of Oxfam Australia's 3things movement and the general public. As such Oxfam Australia does not necessarily endorse the views expressed on this site.
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