Abroad

Individual Caritas organizations and Caritas Czech Republic provide assistance to those in need from Haiti across the South American continent, Africa, Europe, the Middle East, to Asian countries. We alleviate humanitarian distress for people affected by war or natural disaster, development cooperation projects concerning health, education, agriculture, environmental protection.

Basic facts

Almost 102 projects and CZK 230 million – this is the balance of the activities of 11 Archdiocesan, Diocesan and regional Caritas organizations and Caritas Czech Republic abroad in 2019. Although we are primarily focused on aid in the Czech Republic, we are the second largest domestic humanitarian organization in the scope of our work abroad.

Individual archdiocesan, diocesan and district Caritas provided 70 development assistances and 1 humanitarian project in 20 countries mainly through partner organizations for more than CZK 61 million.
The Department of humanitarian help and development cooperation of Caritas Czech Republic worked on 31 humanitarian and development projects with a budget of almost CZK 169 million.

Generally, our help may be divided into humanitarian and official development assistance. If you want to learn more about those areas of help, continue to following website.

Humanitarian aid

We provide this mainly to people who have lost their homes in a conflict or after a natural disaster, if they are at risk of hunger, epidemics, non-availability of medical care. Recently, our aid has been largely channelled to the Middle East to make life easier for people in Iraq and Syria, as well as eastern Ukraine and Cambodia.

Development cooperation

In individual countries, we mainly focus on health, social work, agriculture and the provision of drinking water sources, supporting education and developing of small business and civil society. We take care of environmental protection and respect for human rights, focusing on strategic and sustainable development.

May 13, 2024 CCR-Zambia

My dream of pursuing higher education became a reality, says Damien, a refugee in Zambia

Damien, a refugee displaced by conflict from the Democratic Republic of Congo, faced significant barriers to accessing education due to the ongoing turmoil in his homeland. The conflict has not only disrupted educational infrastructure, but has also forced Damien and many others to flee their homes. Although Damien found safe haven in Zambia, access to education remained difficult for him as a refugee. Thanks to our support, Damien now has the opportunity to attend school in Zambia, where he can continue his education and build a brighter future.

February 16, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

There is no life, no dignity, no humanity. Just indescribable suffering, says Marcel about the war in Gaza

The tragic escalation of the war between Hamas and Israel is now in its fifth month. It leaves behind an indescribable level of destruction and suffering, especially in Gaza. The humanitarian situation on the ground is catastrophic. More than two million people, half of whom are children, are living in inhumane conditions without adequate access to drinking water, food, shelter or healthcare.

January 8, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Caritas helps in Gaza despite dire conditions

The war in Gaza has been ongoing for more than three months. The fighting has had a devastating impact on the civilian population. The humanitarian situation is catastrophic, with people having no access to even basic needs such as drinking water, food or healthcare, and are at imminent risk of famine. A hundred-member Caritas team is involved in the relief effort on the ground. Caritas is also calling for an immediate ceasefire.

October 8, 2023 CCR-Iraq

Sarri has established a thriving butchery business and can comfortably support his family thanks to Caritas Czech Republic’s support

Starting a business requires management skills and money for essential tools. In areas once under ISIS control, locals find it even tougher to set up businesses. Sarri, from Al-Amiriah in Iraq, a father of three, chose to open his butchery after parting ways with his business partner. Caritas Czech Republic assisted Sarri with management training and funds for needed supplies.

August 15, 2023 News

2nd situation report after floods in Slovenia

Caritas Slovenia organizes the work and help of volunteers in areas affected by floods. With the help of members of the Caritas Europa and Caritas Internationalis networks, 1,546,631 euros have been collected so far for rescue work. Assistance to local residents continues.

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