Tsunami: one year on
 The tsunami of 26 December 2004 devastated the lives and livelihoods of millions of people. Many were living in poverty before the tsunami; others were suddenly plunged into poverty. The affected communities are determined to rebuild their lives, and the generosity of donors has meant that aid agencies have been able to help them. Many have resumed work, and local economies are beginning to recover.
Sustained support over the coming years will give people the opportunity to get out of poverty for good. A new report, Back to Work shows how, one year after the tsunami hit, up to 60 per cent of people who lost their jobs are earning a living again, and by the end of 2006 it is estimated that 85 per cent of jobs will have been restored.
The photo above is taken from a new photography exhibition which starts on 10 January, outside the National Theatre in London. It shows locals playing cricket on the beach at Dickwella, Sri Lanka, 11 months after the tsunami.
Oxfam's tsunami response will last four more years, and has already helped more than 1.8 million people in seven countries to start rebuilding their lives. Go to the main Oxfam website to find out how donations have been spent, what impact Oxfam has had, and what lies ahead.
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