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Motherhood in war. Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, Lilya's family welcomes their child in a warm and bright home in the Kherson region
March 14, 2025 Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine

Motherhood in war. Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, Lilya's family welcomes their child in a warm and bright home in the Kherson region

During the full-scale invasion, resilience became a symbol of Ukrainians. In particular, women who dare to give birth during the war in Ukraine. One of them is Lilya. Her eldest son is the same age as the Russian aggression against Ukrainians, and her second pregnancy passed in occupation. The couple fled their home to save the children and now live in an old village house near the front. Despite her trials, Lilya is currently pregnant. With the support of Caritas Czech Republic, the family prepared a new home for the baby's arrival.
7 things you should know about the war in Syria
March 12, 2025 News

7 things you should know about the war in Syria

It has been 14 years since the war in Syria began — a conflict that became one of the biggest humanitarian crises of our time. Although the recent fall of the Bashar Assad regime has brought hope for a better future for many Syrians, it has also introduced new challenges. Why was Syria at war for so long? What are the implications of Assad's fall? And what else should you know about the war in Syria and its aftermath? 
14 years since the outbreak of the war in Syria: Caritas Czech Republic helps people start over
March 10, 2025 News

14 years since the outbreak of the war in Syria: Caritas Czech Republic helps people start over

For fourteen years, Syria has been a place where people struggle to survive amidst war-ravaged cities, destroyed infrastructure, and uncertainty. The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime brought hope for a better future for many Syrians, but also a number of new challenges. Caritas Czech Republic has been operating in Syria since 2013, helping local people survive and start over – from securing basic needs to supporting livelihoods. 
Banza fled the conflict in DR Congo to Zambia and found a new beginning through hairdressing
March 8, 2025 CCR-Zambia

Banza fled the conflict in DR Congo to Zambia and found a new beginning through hairdressing

Fleeing from conflict and starting anew in a foreign land is never easy. For Banza, a 33-year-old refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo, life took an unexpected turn when war forced her to leave behind everything she knew. Arriving in Zambia ten years ago, she hoped for stability, but new challenges awaited her. Thanks to the support from Caritas Czech Republic, Banza was able to turn her passion for hairdressing into a flourishing business.
I knew that if we did not escape, we would die, says Elody from Zambia, who started a new life with the help of Caritas Czech Republic
March 6, 2025 News

I knew that if we did not escape, we would die, says Elody from Zambia, who started a new life with the help of Caritas Czech Republic

Only 19 years old, Elody comes from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where difficult life circumstances led her all the way to Zambia. Together with her sister, she was kidnapped by rebels who kept them in brutal conditions until they managed to escape. Today, in the Meheba refugee settlement, she runs her own small shop, takes care of her son, and inspires other women in her community. Her story shows that there is hope for a better life. Caritas Czech Republic played a part in helping her find that hope. 
6 things you may not know about refugees
March 5, 2025 News

6 things you may not know about refugees

The number of people forced to leave their homes has more than doubled in the last decade. There are over 122 million forcibly displaced people worldwide, marking the highest single year increase recorded. The war in Ukraine has caused one of the largest and fastest population movements since the Second World War and has contributed significantly to this record number. Here are some more important facts about refugees.
Everything I do, I do for my family, says Rajaa, a baker from Iraq
March 4, 2025 News

Everything I do, I do for my family, says Rajaa, a baker from Iraq

In the small Christian town of Qaraqosh in northern Iraq, 54-year-old baker Rajaa starts her day very early. By half past three in the morning, she is already up, preparing everything needed in her bakery, which stands right next to her house. When ISIS stormed the town, she was forced to flee. She lost not only her home but also her bakery. Thanks to the support of Caritas Czech Republic, she was able to not only rebuild her destroyed bakery after the war but also expand it.
5 ways crises and conflicts affect women around the world
March 3, 2025 News

5 ways crises and conflicts affect women around the world

International Women's Day is not only a celebration of women's achievements but also a reminder of the challenges they face. In humanitarian crises, conflicts, and the aftermath of climate change, women and girls are particularly vulnerable. Here’s a look at some key areas where they bear the brunt of these crises. 
5 things you should know about the crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
February 28, 2025 News

5 things you should know about the crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing one of the worst humanitarian crises today, yet it often remains overlooked by the world. A renewed conflict in the east of the country is having devastating effects on the civilian population. Here, we present five key facts to help you understand the current situation – from the resurgence of fighting and the M23 rebel group to the number of victims and displaced persons, as well as the assistance provided by Caritas Czech Republic to Congolese refugees in Zambia.
I no longer have to buy food, my harvest is enough for the whole family, says Conceptor, a farmer from Zambia
February 20, 2025 News

I no longer have to buy food, my harvest is enough for the whole family, says Conceptor, a farmer from Zambia

In a small village in southern Zambia, farmer Conceptor not only takes care of her family but also manages her farm. Thanks to training provided by Caritas Czech Republic, she has learned ecological methods that help her cope with the challenges posed by climate change. Today, she is able to grow enough food not just for her family but also for selling at local markets. As a lead farmer, she also inspires other farmers in her community. 
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