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Long-term solution for water access in the Philippines
November 8, 2015 Philippines

Long-term solution for water access in the Philippines

The Philippines are made up of around 7,000 islands – which means that water is never far away. But finding fresh water for drinking and domestic use was a real struggle for many poor communities even before Typhoon Haiyan in 2013. Read more on caritas.org.

Training for social workers is already in progress
November 6, 2015 Moldova

Training for social workers is already in progress

November 2nd, 2015 held the first of a series of training courses designed for social workers dealing with abandoned children. Improving the knowledge and skills of care workers and social workers will contribute to higher quality relationships with the children.

Universities invite foreign experts to the lectures about "Right to Food"
November 5, 2015 Food for all

Universities invite foreign experts to the lectures about "Right to Food"

Currently, lectures about the “Right to food” are taking place at partner universities in the Czech Republic and also abroad. Lectures are sponsored by Caritas Czech Republic as part of the activities of Eco Fair Trade. They can be head by students, academic staff and interested members of the public.

Policy makers´ seminar
November 5, 2015 Mongolia

Policy makers´ seminar

Training for government representatives responsible for the health system was held October 3rd to 6th in the Mongolian province of Zavchan. The program introduced the use of mobile dispensaries in “gers” (yurts) that can be run in remote rural areas. The program induced participants to possibilities for expanding this kind of health care to members of Parliament, the Government of Mongolia and local governments.

Quake survivors in Pakistan need winter help
November 4, 2015 Pakistan

Quake survivors in Pakistan need winter help

A massive earthquake struck both Pakistan and Afghanistan on 26 October. In Pakistan, at least 272 people were killed and more than 2,000 were injured in the disaster which was centered in northern Afghanistan. Kamran Chaudhry, communications officer working for Caritas Pakistan talks about his experience. Read more on caritas.org.

Farewell to Syrian students as they leave for studies in the Czech Republic
November 4, 2015 Syria

Farewell to Syrian students as they leave for studies in the Czech Republic

On Tuesday, November 3, 2015 between 11 and 13 o'clock three students heading to university in the Czech Republic had a farewell meeting with the delegation that had come to say goodbye to them. The delegation was consisted of Petra Hladik, the Czech Ambassador in Jordan, Dr. Bohumil Jirkal, the First Secretary of the Embassy of the Czech Republic, workers of Caritas CR and Caritas Jordan.

"Women and children are mostly affected"
November 2, 2015 Pakistan

"Women and children are mostly affected"

Women and children are mostly affected, says Caritas Pakistan team. This team returning from quake hit northern districts, have also warned that the injured survivors face risks as winter approaches. Read more on a Caritas Pakistan website.

Six months after the Nepal Earthquake – Q&A with Fr Pius Perumana
November 2, 2015 Nepal

Six months after the Nepal Earthquake – Q&A with Fr Pius Perumana

Six months ago, two devastating earthquakes hit Nepal, causing widespread destruction, affecting more than 8 million people. In response to the natural disaster, Caritas Nepal, together with the global Caritas network, has been working tirelessly with families and communities as they recover and rebuild from this devastating event. Fr Pius Perumana, Director of Caritas Nepal, provides an update on the response. Read more on caritas.org.

Aid for quake survivors in Pakistan
November 1, 2015 Pakistan

Aid for quake survivors in Pakistan

Caritas Pakistan will provide immediate shelter and warm bedding to 1200 families who survived a deadly earthquake this week in the Hindu Kush region. The 7.7 magnitude quake affected rural areas in Afghanistan and Pakistan, damaging over 9000 houses. Caritas Pakistan is seeking international support to reach the victims in time with shelter and other aid to save their lives. Read more on caritas.org.

Youth participation in decision-making processes in Gagauzia
October 29, 2015 Moldova

Youth participation in decision-making processes in Gagauzia

Students from five cities in Southern Moldova experienced first-hand what it means to be an "active citizen" and bring about positive changes to society. These students were members of local action groups in Gagauzia generated through the involvement of Caritas throughout the year.