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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
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. 
10 interesting facts about Georgia that will surprise you
July 3, 2024 News

10 interesting facts about Georgia that will surprise you

Are you planning to go on holiday this year? Maybe your destination is a small country on the border between Europe and Asia. For many people, Georgia is still an undiscovered destination, but the country has a lot to offer. Here are 10 interesting facts that will convince you to visit Georgia!
Mohammad from Syria has established his own poultry farm despite the ongoing conflict
June 24, 2024 Caritas Czech Republic in Syria and Türkiye

Mohammad from Syria has established his own poultry farm despite the ongoing conflict

Thirteen years of war and last year's earthquake have left Syria in a difficult situation. Together with local residents and organisations, we support Syrians in starting their own businesses to revive the local economy. One of the people we supported is Mohammad, who received a grant from us and open his own poultry farm. 
6 reasons why the number of forcibly displaced people in the world hits record high
June 21, 2024 News

6 reasons why the number of forcibly displaced people in the world hits record high

There is now a record number of people worldwide who had to flee their homes. At the end of last year, displaced people exceeded 117 million. The number almost doubled over the last decade. The vast majority were displaced by war or ethnic and other violence. Behind these numbers lie countless human tragedies. Why has the number of forcibly displaced risen for the twelfth year in a row and reached a record high?
After finishing school, I want to use my skills to benefit my community, says Fiston, a refugee in Zambia
June 20, 2024 News

After finishing school, I want to use my skills to benefit my community, says Fiston, a refugee in Zambia

Fiston fled the Democratic Republic of Congo in search of safety, arriving at Zambia's Meheba refugee settlement in 2015. Today, a new chapter has opened for him. With the support from Caritas Czech Republic, Fiston pursued a computer science degree at Cavendish University in Lusaka. His story is an inspiring testament to the transformative power of education, illustrating how it can empower refugees to overcome adversity and build a promising future.
Displaced people in Ukraine will learn new skills and find jobs thanks to our support
June 19, 2024 Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine

Displaced people in Ukraine will learn new skills and find jobs thanks to our support

Internally displaced people in Ukraine who have lost their homes and usual lifestyle due to the war want to adapt and stand on their own two feet in new places. Unfortunately, not everyone succeeds: someone’s profession is no longer in demand, others have lost their businesses or skills during the war, some face unemployment and do not have the funds to learn a new craft. To help displaced people secure income, Caritas Czech Republic  is launching a new initiative to provide mini-grants for education. 
From refugees to entrepreneurs: How 3 young men opened the first computer centre in a refugee settlement in Zambia
June 14, 2024 News

From refugees to entrepreneurs: How 3 young men opened the first computer centre in a refugee settlement in Zambia

In the Mayukwayukwa refugee settlement in Zambia, three young refugees who fled their home country started with a simple idea: bringing computers to their community. Just two years later, and thanks to the support from Caritas Czech Republic, they turned their idea into a thriving business by opening an ICT centre. Today, the centre offers variety of services, from printing to photography to designing. For the young guys, the centre is more than just a job.
I bake bread as I have always dreamt of, says young Iraqi Saman
June 11, 2024 News

I bake bread as I have always dreamt of, says young Iraqi Saman

A small bakery in the Iraqi city of Karakosh is busy in the morning hours. Three workers bustle around the small space, placing dough for traditional Iraqi bread to the hot walls of two ovens. Moments later, still hot, the bread is served to customers. The bakery is run by twenty-seven-year-old Saman. He fled his hometown because of the war with the so-called Islamic State and returned a few years later to pursue his dream of owning his own bakery. Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, he has succeeded.

6 ways Caritas Czech Republic supports refugees to become self-sufficient
June 10, 2024 News

6 ways Caritas Czech Republic supports refugees to become self-sufficient

There are currently more than 122 million displaced people in the world. Whether they have fled abroad or stayed in their countries, they are trying to start again from zero in new places. Refugees, despite many prejudices, do not wait with their hand out for help, but instead want to work, study and stand on their own two feet. But they need support at the beginning to succeed. Caritas Czech Republic is helping them to do just that.
Roza fled to safety to Zambia where she now makes baskets and sells them on international markets
June 6, 2024 News

Roza fled to safety to Zambia where she now makes baskets and sells them on international markets

Did you know that basket weaving is one of the oldest crafts in the world? You would probably not expect that even refugees in Zambia make a living by weaving baskets. In the Mayukwayukwa refugee settlement, located in Zambia's Western province, there is a team of women who have come together to make a business out of it. “My life was hard, but now it is changing for the better,” says Roza, a refugee in Zambia, after receiving support on her small business from Caritas Czech Republic.
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