Philippines

In November 2013, typhoon Haiyan hit part of the Philippines and devastated large areas of several islands. Thousands of people in a short time found themselves without a roof over their head. Unfortunately, more than five thousand Filipinos have also become the victims of the typhoon. Immediately after the disaster, CCR declared a financial collection and participated in large-scale humanitarian assistance via global Caritas network.

After providing food, water, shelter, the restoration projects in the affected area have followed in the form of renewal of schools or support for agriculture, which include low cost rice cultivation, cultivation of alternative crops and the use of natural fertilizers.

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

November 12, 2014 Philippines

Jennifer Barcial and Lolita Germones, the gardeners from the Philippines

One of the areas hit by typhoon Haiyan last year was the village of Panan-awan. Although a lot of time has passed since then, local women feel its consequences every day. Just look at their houses or ask about the source of their income or about their relatives. Jennifer Barcial and Lolita Germones, who are being helped by Caritas Czech Republic, are also trying to get their families back on their feet.

November 10, 2014 Philippines

We are Building Samar Back Better

Joper Conarco has worked with the Social Action Center in Calbayog since 2006. “I started as a volunteer”, he says. He soon got the opportunity to receive a two-years hands-on training in sustainable agriculture. “I was delighted”, Joper said.  “I wanted to learn more on how I could practically help the Samar people. People in Samar are either farmers or fishermen. The poverty rates are high in our province. There is not much else”.

November 8, 2014 Philippines

Philippines rising: One year after Haiyan

Caritas has helped almost 800,000 people affected by the Super Cyclone Haiyan in the first twelve months since the storm hit the Philippines on 8 November. Known locally as Yolanda, it was the largest storm ever to make landfall. Thousands died in the storm surge and the damage was catastrophic. Read more on caritas.org.

November 3, 2014 Philippines

Three stories about Caritas CR help in Philippines

A year ago, typhoon Haiyan, locally called Yolanda, hit a large part of the Philippines. It caused extensive damage to property, drove thousands of people from their homes and also killed many. Caritas Czech Republic as well as other national Caritas responded immediately. Through local Caritas organizations delivered food, water, shelter. Help the Philippines continued throughout the year and other activities will continue in 2015.

August 20, 2014 Philippines

Ceremonial handover of equipment to three Philippine schools

On the 14^th of August, school equipment was officially handed over to three schools, namely to Simeon Ocdol National High School, Basey National High School and Basey II Central Elementary School in the city of Basey in the Philippine province of Samar. The handover was also attended by representatives of Caritas Czech Republic.

August 11, 2014 Philippines

Philippine rice producers to receive support

Since the typhoon Haiyan hit the Philippines eight months ago, the affected areas have been going through a phase of regeneration. After supporting local schools, Caritas Czech Republic, which has worked in Western Samar from the beginning of the crisis, has also decided to support local farmers in the region.