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The second phase of an EU-funded project in Jordan is approaching the end
July 3, 2015 Jordan

The second phase of an EU-funded project in Jordan is approaching the end

The European Union has awarded a grant of 1,2 million JOD (more than CZK 41 million) to support refugees from Syria and socially disadvantaged Jordanians who suffer from the effects of the crisis in the Middle East.

A normal day in Gaza
July 2, 2015 Palestine

A normal day in Gaza

Sr Bridget Tighe, of the Franciscan Missionaries of the Divine Motherhood, is volunteering for Caritas Jerusalem in Gaza. She decided to share her experience with helping in Palestinian Gaza Strip. Read more on caritas.org.

Visit of primary school in the Philippines
July 1, 2015 Philippines

Visit of primary school in the Philippines

At the end of June, Caritas Czech Republic workers Helena Kotková and Ondřej Suchánek visited the primary school Burgos Integrated School, situated on the island of Samar. Samar was badly affected by Typhoon Yolanda (internationally known as Hayian) in November 2013.

"They lost everything, but still shine"
June 30, 2015 Nepal

"They lost everything, but still shine"

For more than four years, Project Coordinator of Caritas Nepal Chintan Manadhar, has worked with farmers in Bangladesh, India and Nepal. Due to the earthquake in April, he now helps other Caritas staff members in Nepal to supply necessary material assistance to those who are in need.

Fears grow over fate of Hassakeh in Syria
June 27, 2015 Syria

Fears grow over fate of Hassakeh in Syria

Caritas says that fighting in the Syrian city of Hassakeh has forced hundreds of people to flee. Mortar shells and gunfire were heard yesterday in the city centre. People from the outskirts started streaming in to escape clashes between Islamic State extremists and government forces. Read more on caritas.org.

Syrian refugees in dramatic need in Turkey
June 26, 2015 Syria

Syrian refugees in dramatic need in Turkey

Caritas team in Turkey says the latest influx of mostly Syrian refugees are facing harsh conditions as they either wait for help or to return to Syria. Read more on caritas.org.

What is their tomorrow going to be: Drawings from Syrian children
June 22, 2015 Syria

What is their tomorrow going to be: Drawings from Syrian children

By Sandra Awad - Two months ago, a French painter asked me to send her some drawings made by Syrian children for her annual exhibition of children who lived under war. I asked the help of our psychosocial project team. Read more on caritas.org.

The unclear future for Iraqi refugees in Jordan
June 21, 2015 Jordan

The unclear future for Iraqi refugees in Jordan

Jordan is currently hosting the 1.4 million Syrians, 500,000 Iraqis, 500,000 Palestinians and 35,000 displaced residents of Yemen. Caritas Jordan provides them with food, shelter, medical care, advice, training and other means of assistance. The number of people in need is staggering, but for each refugee who receives aid, a small victory is made.

European Union to Finalize Phase II of Reinforced Life Skills Project
June 19, 2015 Jordan

European Union to Finalize Phase II of Reinforced Life Skills Project

With a grant of JOD1.2 million, The European Union is supporting Syrian refugees and vulnerable Jordanians who suffer from the impact of the current crisis in the region. A total of 1,200 people are trained in life skills and practical, professional and technical skills in six different training locations of Caritas all over Jordan.

Caritas assessing needs after deadly rainfall in Georgia
June 15, 2015 Georgia

Caritas assessing needs after deadly rainfall in Georgia

The intense rain that battered Georgia in the night from Saturday 13 June to Sunday 14 June has triggered flash floods in Tbilisi that have killed13 people and injured over 20 people. Hundreds of families have been displaced. Caritas' assessment teams are deployed. Read more on caritas.eu.