Palestine

Caritas Czech Republic began helping in Palestine in May 2015. The help focuses on high unemployment of women and young graduates, which is one of the main economic problems of the country. The Palestinian government depends on foreign aid (at least one third). This foreign aid is then delivered to half of the civil service. In cases where these foreign resources dwindle, economic crisis occurs. The main aim of Caritas Czech Republic is therefore to prepare the Palestinians to operate their own businesses and encourage self-employment.

Information about activities in Georgia in 2015 (both in English and Czech) here.

January 8, 2026 News

Thanks to Caritas, Nesreen remembered her own courage. Today, she is helping others in Gaza

At forty-two, Nesreen has not had an easy life, not even before the conflict in Gaza began. Two of her four children are living with a serious health condition, and Nesreen dedicated all her time to caring for them. When the war started, the family lost their home and had to overcome other unfortunate twists of fate. The situation finally improved when Nesreen visited the clinic of Caritas Jerusalem, supported by Caritas Czech Republic. Here, she found much-needed words of comfort and understanding. Today, she copes better with the daily challenges of life in Gaza. 

July 31, 2025 News

Gaza in crisis: Caritas Czech Republic sustains hope where it is needed most

Since October 2023, the Gaza Strip has been facing a profound humanitarian crisis. The civilian population is repeatedly displaced and faces a severe shortage of essential resources, including drinking water, food, medicine, and electricity. The area is entirely cut off from the outside world, with no safe refuge and no means of escape. In this environment, Caritas Czech Republic is working to assist. With its team on the ground in Gaza, the organisation delivers basic healthcare, psychosocial support, and humanitarian aid.

May 15, 2025 News

People in Gaza are dying of hunger. Israel’s blockade of humanitarian aid poses a risk of genocide

The situation of Gaza’s residents has reached a critical point. For almost three months now, there has been a complete blockade of humanitarian aid deliveries by Israel. This is in stark violation of international humanitarian law and the rulings of the International Court. Hunger must not be used as a weapon of war. Before the debates on whether this constitutes genocide conclude, thousands more people, most of them children, will needlessly die in Gaza.

March 16, 2025 News

3 ways Caritas' clinic in Gaza helps people in need

During one of the most challenging humanitarian crises, Caritas has been at the forefront of providing essential health care services in Gaza. The needs of local people remain overwhelming. Over a year of conflict has left Gaza’s health infrastructure in terrible condition, and most medical facilities remain non-functional. In this critical moment, here are three key ways that Caritas' clinic is making a difference. 

January 31, 2025 News

Thanks to the ceasefire, significantly more humanitarian aid is flowing into Gaza, but the needs remain enormous, says Kateřina Velíšková from Caritas Czech Republic

After more than a year of war, a temporary ceasefire has been declared in Gaza. This has given residents hope of returning home and allowed for an increase in humanitarian aid deliveries. However, the situation remains critical. What impact has the conflict had, what do people in Gaza need most right now, and how is Caritas Czech Republic helping them? We discussed this with Kateřina Velíšková, Regional Manager for the Middle East at Caritas Czech Republic.

January 22, 2025 News

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. 

November 12, 2024 News

Caritas joins international call to end violence in Gaza, Lebanon and Israel

The global network Caritas Internationalis, of which Caritas Czech Republic is a member, has joined the call of humanitarian organisations and appeals to all UN member states to ensure an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, Lebanon, Israel and the entire region. It also calls for an end to the impunity that allows the continuation and escalation of violence by Israeli forces against the civilian population.

October 17, 2024 News

Caritas Czech Republic at Ambrela Development Forum: Kateřina Velíšková led a panel discussion in Bratislava about the war in Gaza

On Thursday, October 10, the Ambrela Development Forum took place in Bratislava, Slovakia. It brought together speakers from different countries to talk about the major crises and conflicts the world is currently facing. Among them was our colleague Kateřina Velíšková as a moderator, who led a panel discussion on the issue of providing humanitarian aid during the war in Gaza. 

July 4, 2024 News

War in Gaza: The situation stays critical, the biggest problem is constant fighting, which complicates the delivery of humanitarian aid, says Kateřina Velíšková from Caritas Czech Republic

The devastating war in Gaza has been going on since the beginning of October last year. It has left behind an indescribable level of destruction and suffering and has had a major impact on local civilians. The fighting in this closed strip of land has caused one of the greatest humanitarian disasters. What is the situation in Gaza? What do people need the most? How is Caritas helping? Our colleague Kateřina Velíšková, who recently returned from Israel, explains this in an interview. 

May 14, 2024 News

220 days of war in Gaza. Caritas continues to help despite dire conditions

The escalation of the conflict in Gaza has been going on for 220 days now, with tragic consequences for the population. People are living in desperate conditions without access to basic needs and health services. More than 35 000 Palestinians have lost their lives and almost 2 million people have been forced to leave their homes. Moreover, the expansion of Israeli military operations into Rafah in southern Gaza is leading to further massive displacement. Caritas continues to provide humanitarian aid in Gaza despite the dire conditions.