How we help

We help where we are needed. We provide immediate humanitarian aid to people affected by war or natural disasters. In development cooperation, we help people get on their feet and earn a living. We focus on health and social care development, environmental protection and work on systemic change.

Humanitární pomoc

Humanitarian aid

Humanitarian aid is crucial during natural disasters and war conflicts. In crises, we focus primarily on providing basic needs such as food, water and shelter

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Rozvojová spolupráce

Development cooperation

Development cooperation aims to help people get back on their feet and get a source of livelihood. We are also working on systemic changes in healthcare, social services and environmental protection.

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Stories from the field

5 ways Caritas Czech Republic helps protect the environment and respond to climate change
April 7, 2025 News

5 ways Caritas Czech Republic helps protect the environment and respond to climate change

Drought, polluted water, failed crops. For many of the communities that we support, the effects of climate change are part of everyday life. That is why our humanitarian and development work increasingly focuses on protecting the environment and building climate resilience. We provide training for farmers, improve access to water, support innovative solutions, and deliver aid that does not burden nature. Here is what that looks like in practice.

How Rama revived his generations-old carpentry business after conflict in Iraq
March 27, 2025 News

How Rama revived his generations-old carpentry business after conflict in Iraq

In the town of Karamles, Iraq, Rama carefully measures and assembles pieces of wood, shaping them into furniture that will furnish homes across the region. As a carpenter, Rama has dedicated himself to a craft that has been in his family for generations. Despite the challenges brought by conflict and displacement, he has successfully rebuilt his livelihood with the support of Caritas Czech Republic. 

Water is life. Yet billions lack access to it
March 20, 2025 News

Water is life. Yet billions lack access to it

Water is the foundation of life. We need it to survive, stay healthy, grow food, and support economies. Yet, billions face water scarcity due to climate change, population growth, and poor resource management. In many regions, prolonged droughts and desertification are forcing people to leave their homes in search of water. Caritas Czech Republic is working to provide sustainable solutions, helping communities secure reliable access to this vital resource. 

 

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