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Oxfam Board Member Resigns Over Governance Failures

1/18/2026

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Dr. Balwant Singh, a member of Oxfam's board, resigned, citing governance failures and "cruel and inhumane" treatment of former CEO Halima Begum.
He called for external regulatory intervention after losing confidence in the board's integrity.
Begum departed in December amid concerns about her leadership and infighting within the charity.
Oxfam announced an independent review of its board processes but declined further comment to protect the review's integrity.

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Dr. Balwant Singh, a member of Oxfam's board, resigned, citing governance failures and "cruel and inhumane" treatment of former CEO Halima Begum.
He called for external regulatory intervention after losing confidence in the board's integrity.
Begum departed in December amid concerns about her leadership and infighting within the charity.
Oxfam announced an independent review of its board processes but declined further comment to protect the review's integrity.