Oxfam Presses for Most Effective Use of Tsunami Aid

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BOSTON, Jan. 26 /U.S. Newswire/ -- One month after a massive tsunami devastated coastal settlements across southern Asia and the Horn of Africa, Oxfam has already helped more than 300,000 people in several countries begin to rebuild their lives. Many deaths have been prevented, and communities in several regions are already well on the road to recovery.

But this is no time for complacency. Public support for the survivors has been overwhelming, but putting that aid to its most effective use will not happen automatically. A new report released today by Oxfam, "Learning the Lessons of the Tsunami-One Month On," shares the fruits of its experience in coping with disasters.

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Oxfam Presses for Most Effective Use of Tsunami Aid

Among the report's principal suggestions:

-- Those coordinating the humanitarian response...

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