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March 7, 2025 News

Jubilee 2025: Hope for a World in Global Crisis

This year brings an extraordinary event of deep spiritual and societal significance. At a time when the world faces unprecedented geopolitical tension, climate crisis, and growing social inequalities, Pope Francis has proclaimed 2025 as a Jubilee Year. Its scope extends beyond believers – it carries a message of hope and renewal for all of humanity. Caritas Czech Republic, as part of the global Caritas network, joins the celebrations under the theme “Pilgrims of Hope.”

March 7, 2025 CCR-Georgia

Family Doctor from Rural Georgia: "As rural doctors, we face numerous challenges in overcoming the stigmas ingrained within the population."

When celebrating International Women's Day, it's important not to forget the reality that women in Georgia face. Every day, women in our country overcome numerous challenges caused by gender inequality, societal stigmas, harmful traditions, and systemic issues. However, each of us can point to countless strong women who, despite the obstacles, push forward toward their goals, break stereotypes, and carve out their rightful place in society.

March 7, 2025 CCR-Georgia

March is Women’s Month: Nino Guliashvili on Portage Association and the Challenges in the Early Childhood Development Field

When celebrating International Women's Day, it's important not to forget the reality that women in Georgia face. Every day, women in our country overcome numerous challenges caused by gender inequality, societal stigmas, harmful traditions, and systemic issues. However, each of us can point to countless strong women who, despite the obstacles, push forward toward their goals, break stereotypes, and carve out their rightful place in society.

March 4, 2025 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Everything I do, I do for my family, says Rajaa, a baker from Iraq

In the small Christian town of Qaraqosh in northern Iraq, 54-year-old baker Rajaa starts her day very early. By half past three in the morning, she is already up, preparing everything needed in her bakery, which stands right next to her house. When ISIS stormed the town, she was forced to flee. She lost not only her home but also her bakery. Thanks to the support of Caritas Czech Republic, she was able to not only rebuild her destroyed bakery after the war but also expand it.

February 20, 2025 Press release

Three Years with Ukraine – Caritas Czech Republic continues to help the Attacked Country

For three years, Ukraine has bravely resisted the aggression of the Russian army. Caritas Czech Republic, a long-term supporter of Ukraine, has stood firmly behind the attacked country from the first days of the conflict and will continue helping its citizens. This support extends both directly to the affected areas and to refugees in the Czech Republic. In 2024, Caritas Czech Republic and local Caritas branches (Olomouc, Ostrava, and Znojmo) provided a total of 28.178 million CZK in aid to Ukrainians abroad, and 31.278 million CZK to those who found refuge in the Czech Republic.

February 17, 2025 CCR-Zambia

Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: Meet the team behind the DAFI Scholarship Programme

For young refugees, education is more than a pursuit—it’s a chance to rebuild their future and contribute to society. Yet, financial barriers and adapting to a new academic system make higher education a challenge. The DAFI Scholarship Programme opens doors for refugee students in Zambia, turning aspirations into reality. Behind its success is a dedicated team providing guidance, mentorship, and support. We spoke to Credwin and Kateule from Caritas Czech Republic about their work and the impact of education on refugee scholars.

January 22, 2025 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Caritas welcomes temporary ceasefire in Gaza: first step towards addressing the current humanitarian tragedy

After 15 months of brutal war between Israel and Hamas, a temporary ceasefire has been announced in Gaza. This brings hope to the families of hostages and much-needed relief to Gaza’s residents. However, it is only the first essential step towards achieving lasting peace and addressing the enormous humanitarian catastrophe that the enclave’s population is facing as a result of the conflict.

January 12, 2025 CCR-Zambia

Best of 2024 in Caritas Czech Republic in Zambia

In 2024, Caritas Czech Republic made remarkable strides in improving the lives of Zambians. Highlights of the year include recognition for climate-smart solutions, empowering refugee women through storytelling, and providing practical tools and training for sustainable livelihoods. Each achievement reflects our commitment to fostering resilience, inclusion, and a brighter future for all.

December 27, 2024 CCR-Georgia

Kindergarten teacher: Now I know how to support children with specific requirements

Caritas Czech Republic has been working on the development of early childhood services for many years. After a five-year initiative to support children on the autism spectrum, in 2023 we launched a project to support the Early Inclusive Education and Development Program in Georgia. At the end of the year, we visited one of the kindergartens involved in the project, where we saw the results of our work on-site.

December 19, 2024 News

A quarter of a year after the floods: Caritas Czech republic is still helping the victims, money from public and church collections is helping

Caritas Czech Republic continues to help the victims of the catastrophic floods that hit the Czech Republic in mid-September. A total of CZK 65.3 million has so far been used for initial aid. The majority of the funds go to direct assistance to families.

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