As the Oxfam Festivals Team, we have felt the effects of Covid-19. For nearly 30 years, we have been taking thousands of volunteers some of the biggest and best festivals in the UK, however in 2020 we had to put our packed summer on hold. Credit: We Make Events Normally, our volunteer stewarding and wonderful …
The last 6-months has been such a strange and challenging time for everyone, and we wanted to say a heartfelt thanks for your ongoing support, it really does mean a lot to us. It goes without saying that we have hugely missed seeing you all this summer. We had an unprecedented number of volunteers …
This summer may have been turned upside down due to COVID-19 but we want to remember all of the great times we have had at festivals over the years. For each festival, we will be doing a #ThrowbackThursday and would love for everyone to share their favourite stories and photos. You can share your photos …
Since our last blog post, the world has changed significantly and our lives are almost unrecognisable from how they were just a few weeks ago. Now more than ever, it is important to take care of your well–being during these very uncertain times. Make sure you keep in contact with loved ones, friends and people in …
With only a few weeks until applications open, there has been lots of excitement and activity over on our Facebook group. We’ve rounded up a few of the most commonly asked questions, to help you get ready to join us this summer! What roles are on offer? Over the summer we attend lots of different …
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This month we asked our festival volunteers on Facebook “What has been your motivation for volunteering at festivals with us at Oxfam?” You can see the answers below. In our experience, while lots of volunteering originally sign up as a way to experience the music whilst giving their time, they meet like-minded people in the …
As the dust settles on the South Downs following our mighty Trailwalker event at the end of September, here’s the season highlights in full. Oxfam’s 2019 festival season has been our biggest and best yet, and interest in volunteering for Oxfam at a festival has grown significantly year on year, increasing a staggering five-fold since …
Have you ever wondered what it is like volunteering as a steward with Oxfam? Well, Hannah has written an amazing blog talking about her first time volunteering at WOMAD with Oxfam this summer. Keep reading to learn more about her experience. Photo Credit: Hannah Parry “Want to have an amazing, music filled summer but you’re …
The fashion craze of the 1970’s was made popular by the most notable music artists of the time, such as ABBA. The era of the flares was short but well remembered. Some people never forgot flares and have continued to embrace the bell bottoms. Much like all trends, they never quite disappear.! But, be ready …
While we all may have our own definitions, The Oxford English Dictionary defines upcycling as to “Reusing (discarded objects or material) in such a way as to create a product of higher quality or value than the original.” This brings me to my upcycling placement at the Oxfam Festival Shop. I’ve always had my own …