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Internships are the best thing a young person can do, says Gabriela Dolečková
November 23, 2023 News

Internships are the best thing a young person can do, says Gabriela Dolečková

Student Gabriela Dolečková spent four months as an intern in the Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation Department at Caritas Czech Republic. She helped with writing articles for the communications team but also did other creative activities. What surprised her about working in the non-profit sector, and why does she think internships are so important for young people? Find out in this interview.
We immensely appreciate the award, says Jiří Škvor from Caritas Czech Republic on receiving the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic
November 16, 2023 News

We immensely appreciate the award, says Jiří Škvor from Caritas Czech Republic on receiving the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic

On the 17th of November, Caritas Czech Republic will receive the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, Jan Lipavský. This exceptional recognition is awarded to personalities and organisations that have significantly contributed to the development of foreign relations between the Czech Republic and other countries. In the following interview, Jiří Škvor, Head of the Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation Department, explains what this award means to Caritas Czech Republic and tells us more about the organisation’s work around the world.
We are away from bombings, but also away from home, says Valentina, a refugee from Ukraine in Moldova
November 15, 2023 CCR-Moldova

We are away from bombings, but also away from home, says Valentina, a refugee from Ukraine in Moldova

The war in Ukraine has turned the lives of thousands of families upside down. Thirty-year-old Valentina Vozneak was in her last trimester of pregnancy when the war broke out. After enduring days and nights of bombing, Valentina decided it was time to leave with her children and mother to find a safer place. They chose Moldova as their refuge, and Caritas Czech Republic supported them with hygiene products and food vouchers to meet their basic needs.
Loneliness is as challenging as poor health, says Zinovia from Moldova. Thanks to us, her zest for life is returning
November 13, 2023 News

Loneliness is as challenging as poor health, says Zinovia from Moldova. Thanks to us, her zest for life is returning

Young Moldovans are leaving their home country to work abroad because of the poor economic situation. They are leaving behind elderly people who are then dealing with inadequate health and social care, but also from loneliness. 74-year-old Zinovia is also struggling with loneliness. She is feeling much better thanks to nurse Valentina from a nearby home care centre.
Tea Tihounova's legacy still lives on
November 9, 2023 News

Tea Tihounova's legacy still lives on

Ten years ago, when she was at the birth of Caritas Czech Republic's office in Zambia, no one could predict that Tea Tihounová would succeed in building one of our most successful foreign branches. During Caritas Czech Republic's ten years of work, our organisation has significantly helped to improve the situation of countless people in Zambia and their living conditions. The Zambia engagement eventually proved fatal for Tea. This year marks five years since she succumbed to malaria.
Meaningful Gift is a perfect Christmas present because it can make your loved ones happy and also help people in need, says Lenka Pipková from Caritas Czech Republic
November 7, 2023 News

Meaningful Gift is a perfect Christmas present because it can make your loved ones happy and also help people in need, says Lenka Pipková from Caritas Czech Republic

Christmas is slowly approaching and you are thinking of gifting your loved ones something special this year? We have a suggestion for you. How about giving people in disadvantaged regions a chance to stand on their own two feet while getting a great gift for your family and friends? Give a Meaningful Gift. In the following interview, Lenka Pipková, the manager of foreign communication at Caritas Czech Republic, explains what the Meaningful Gift is all about.
9 months since the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria: How Caritas Czech Republic continues to help affected people
November 6, 2023 News

9 months since the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria: How Caritas Czech Republic continues to help affected people

It has been 9 months since the catastrophic earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on 6th of February, claiming the lives of nearly 60,000 people. To this day, a large number of the affected people are still living in temporary shelters because they have nowhere to return to. Help is still very much needed. Caritas Czech Republic continues to help people affected by the earthquake in Turkey and Syria.
The internship at Caritas Czech Republic was a very positive experience. My colleagues were great, and I learned a lot from them, says Dominik Filipp
November 3, 2023 News

The internship at Caritas Czech Republic was a very positive experience. My colleagues were great, and I learned a lot from them, says Dominik Filipp

Dominik Filipp is a student who completed his internship at Caritas Czech Republic in the humanitarian aid and development cooperation department. He was mainly assisting the country programme coordinators and says that he definitely recommends the internship to others. We sat down with Dominik to learn more about his internship journey at Caritas Czech Republic.
Acute fighting limits the possibility of providing essential humanitarian aid in Gaza, says Kateřina Velíšková from Caritas Czech Republic
November 3, 2023 News

Acute fighting limits the possibility of providing essential humanitarian aid in Gaza, says Kateřina Velíšková from Caritas Czech Republic

The ongoing war between Israel and Hamas is drastically affecting the civilian population, especially in the Gaza Strip. It is facing an unprecedented humanitarian disaster. We spoke to Kateřina Velíšková, Regional Manager for the Middle East, about the long-term situation in Gaza, what is happening on the ground now and how Caritas is helping. Kateřina herself spent a year in Israel.
Our work in Zambia aligns with our global aim of alleviating poverty and promoting social justice, says Martina Havlíková, country director at Caritas Czech Republic in Zambia
October 31, 2023 CCR-Zambia

Our work in Zambia aligns with our global aim of alleviating poverty and promoting social justice, says Martina Havlíková, country director at Caritas Czech Republic in Zambia

Caritas Czech Republic has marked a decade of impactful work in Zambia, celebrating numerous achievements and overcoming significant challenges. In an interview with Martina Havlíkova, the current country director, we discuss the organisation's accomplishments and the obstacles it has encountered along the way.
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