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5 ways Caritas Czech Republic protects the environment
April 10, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

5 ways Caritas Czech Republic protects the environment

At Caritas Czech Republic, we care about our planet. That is why we help protect it in several countries around the world. In Iraq and Zambia, we support farmers in adapting to climate change so that they can continue to grow and harvest successfully. In Moldova and Georgia, we are introducing the benefits of composting, and in Mongolia we are helping to prevent plastic waste from flooding the beautiful countryside. What else does Caritas Czech Republic do to protect the environment?

3 women from Zambia, Iraq and Georgia who are running their own businesses thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
March 4, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

3 women from Zambia, Iraq and Georgia who are running their own businesses thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

This year, International Women's Day is about investing in women. Particularly in disadvantaged regions, women need support in the beginning to take their lives into their own hands. Laurinda, Rana and Tamar managed to start their own businesses despite obstacles, prejudice and poor economic conditions. Read the inspiring stories of these women who are now standing on their own two feet and providing for their families and communities thanks to the support of Caritas Czech Republic.

One year after the earthquake in Türkiye and Syria: Help is still needed. How is Caritas Czech Republic supporting the affected people?
February 2, 2024 News

One year after the earthquake in Türkiye and Syria: Help is still needed. How is Caritas Czech Republic supporting the affected people?

When the devastating earthquake struck Türkiye and Syria in the early hours of 6 February last year, 48-year-old Songül lost everything in a matter of seconds. "Our house was completely destroyed in the earthquake. The tremors kept repeating. I hope we will never experience such fear and terror again," says Songül in the Turkish city of Malatya. The earthquake took the lives of nearly 60,000 people, and millions more lost their homes. A year after the earthquake, hundreds of thousands of people are still in temporary shelter and in need of help. How is Caritas Czech Republic supporting them?

7 achievements of Caritas Czech Republic in Turkey and Syria in 2023
January 4, 2024 News

7 achievements of Caritas Czech Republic in Turkey and Syria in 2023

The year of 2023 was a challenging one for Turkey and Syria. On the 6th of February, a catastrophic earthquake struck both countries, claiming the lives of nearly 60,000 people. Caritas Czech Republic immediately started helping by providing food, hygiene kits, clothes and shelter. But our help did not stop there. Let us take you through the most significant achievements of Caritas Czech Republic in Turkey and Syria in 2023.

7 biggest achievements of Caritas Czech Republic in 2023
January 4, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

7 biggest achievements of Caritas Czech Republic in 2023

The past year was not an easy one. It was marked by devastating natural disasters and conflicts that affected the lives of millions of people. Caritas Czech Republic supported people in need in many places. Whether it was in the aftermath of the catastrophic earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, in war-torn Ukraine, or in the reconstruction of post-war Iraq. Take a moment to look back at the past year with us and see what we have achieved thanks to your support.