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16-year-old Ivan from Mariupol lost his parents in the war. Today, he is rebuilding his life with our support
February 18, 2025 Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine

16-year-old Ivan from Mariupol lost his parents in the war. Today, he is rebuilding his life with our support

“We heard powerful explosions. We were told to pack our bags and leave,” recalls 16-year-old Ivan. He is one of 36 children evacuated by a Ukrainian couple in February 2022 from Mariupol and nearby villages before the Russians besieged the city and began to destroy it. The war has left Ivan a complete orphan. His home was damaged, and the city has been occupied for three years. Ivan got back on his feet thanks to the support of his guardians and friends in a settlement built by Caritas Czech Republic in Transcarpathia.
7 Things you should know about the war in Ukraine
February 17, 2025 News

7 Things you should know about the war in Ukraine

For three years now, Ukraine has been facing a full-scale Russian invasion. However, the war has been ongoing since 2014, and its impacts are devastating. Millions of people have been forced to flee their homes, plunging the country into a humanitarian crisis. In addition to military operations, the conflict has profoundly affected the economy, healthcare, and infrastructure. In this article, we present seven key facts that help to understand the current situation and its impact on Ukraine and the rest of the world. 
Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: Meet the team behind the DAFI Scholarship Programme
February 17, 2025 CCR-Zambia

Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: Meet the team behind the DAFI Scholarship Programme

For young refugees, education is more than a pursuit—it’s a chance to rebuild their future and contribute to society. Yet, financial barriers and adapting to a new academic system make higher education a challenge. The DAFI Scholarship Programme opens doors for refugee students in Zambia, turning aspirations into reality. Behind its success is a dedicated team providing guidance, mentorship, and support. We spoke to Credwin and Kateule from Caritas Czech Republic about their work and the impact of education on refugee scholars.
I was told it was too late for a new profession. The training from Caritas Czech Republic gave me self-confidence, says Tetiana from Ukraine
February 11, 2025 Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine

I was told it was too late for a new profession. The training from Caritas Czech Republic gave me self-confidence, says Tetiana from Ukraine

At the age of 49, Tetiana took up a new profession, upgrading her qualifications as a hairdresser-colourist with the help of a mini-grant from Caritas Czech Republic. “My previous job was much more harmful, unlike this one,” she says with a smile, reflecting on her 15 years of work at a metallurgical plant in the frontline town of Kostiantynivka, eastern Ukraine. Today, Tetiana works in a beauty salon and is motivated to improve her skills and stand on her own feet during challenging times.
3 years of war in Ukraine: We are helping people get back on their feet
February 10, 2025 News

3 years of war in Ukraine: We are helping people get back on their feet

Soon, it will be three years since the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the escalation of the war that has affected millions of lives. Since the early days of the conflict, Caritas Czech Republic has been on the ground, helping those who need it most. In addition to providing humanitarian aid, we are increasingly focusing on restoring livelihoods and supporting long-term solutions. We are helping people not just to survive but to start living again. 
I want to help others achieve their dreams, says Massara from Iraq after opening her jewellery business
February 6, 2025 News

I want to help others achieve their dreams, says Massara from Iraq after opening her jewellery business

In a welcoming home in Bartella, Iraq, 26-year-old Massara carefully crafts traditional Iraqi jewellery and handbags, bead by bead. Like many in her community, Massara’s life was disrupted by the ISIS invasion, forcing her to flee to Erbil. Yet, her determination to support her family and preserve her heritage brought her back to Bartella, where she has built a successful handmade goods business with the help of Caritas Czech Republic.   
Irena Kara from Caritas Czech Republic: Even two years after the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria, impacts are still visible
February 5, 2025 News

Irena Kara from Caritas Czech Republic: Even two years after the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria, impacts are still visible

It has been exactly two years since one of the most devastating earthquakes in modern history struck southeastern Turkey and northern Syria. Nearly 60,000 people lost their lives, and millions saw their lives turned upside down. How was the immediate aid carried out? How have people managed to cope with the disaster? We spoke with Irena Kara, our colleague in Turkey, about the current situation in the affected areas.
5 impacts of Trump’s decision to shut down USAID
February 4, 2025 News

5 impacts of Trump’s decision to shut down USAID

President Donald Trump’s decision to first suspend and then terminate the operations of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has sparked a wave of criticism and questions. This move endangers the lives of millions of people worldwide. What specific impacts does this decision have on those in need, and what consequences could the halt in foreign aid funding bring? Caritas Czech Republic, which has long been active in crisis areas, highlights the following key impacts of this decision.
5 years of cancer prevention: How early detection is saving lives in Georgia
February 3, 2025 News

5 years of cancer prevention: How early detection is saving lives in Georgia

In Georgia, where access to healthcare has often been a challenge, hope is growing in the fight against cancer. Built and opened by Caritas Czech Republic in November 2019, the Cancer Screening Centre in Zugdidi has been making early detection and prevention more accessible to communities in western Georgia. Thanks to its efforts, more people can receive life-saving screenings, helping to detect cancer at an early stage. “In 2023 for example, not a single day passed without treating at least 10 patientsfor mammography alone,” says Irinia Pochkua, the clinical director of the centre. 
Thanks to the ceasefire, significantly more humanitarian aid is flowing into Gaza, but the needs remain enormous, says Kateřina Velíšková from Caritas Czech Republic
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.
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