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Years are just labels applied by people that divide us, says young student Tudorița from Moldova who joined our intergenerational initiative
December 7, 2023 CCR-Moldova

Years are just labels applied by people that divide us, says young student Tudorița from Moldova who joined our intergenerational initiative

19-year-old Tudorița Burduniuc is passionate about medicine and human connections. As a student at the Medical College in Bălți, Moldova, Tudorița goes beyond her medical books and stethoscope, dedicating time for the common good. Together with 80 fellow youths, Tudorița participated in an initiative by Caritas Czech Republic that engaged young individuals in the community and built bridges between generations. She shared with us her motivation for joining this initiative and the experience she gained from interacting with her peers.
Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: I am doing what I have always dreamt of, says Marek Bednarz, country programme coordinator for Georgia
November 30, 2023 News

Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: I am doing what I have always dreamt of, says Marek Bednarz, country programme coordinator for Georgia

Would you like to know more about Caritas Czech Republic? We have launched a series of interviews with our colleagues who will tell you more about our work across the world. Meet Marek Bednarz, the Country Programme Coordinator for Georgia.
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.
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.
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.
People in Gaza do not have drinking water, electricity or fuel. They are exhausted and traumatised, says Harout Bedrossian from Caritas Jerusalem
October 25, 2023 News

People in Gaza do not have drinking water, electricity or fuel. They are exhausted and traumatised, says Harout Bedrossian from Caritas Jerusalem

The consequences of the newly escalated conflict between Israel and Hamas are hitting the civilian population the hardest. The escalation of the conflict has worsened the already dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. We spoke about the current situation to Harout Bedrossian from Caritas Jerusalem, which has long been helping in the Gaza Strip and has 100 employees in Gaza.
The DAFI scholarship programme is empowering refugees through education, says Deborah Kabambe Mapala
October 23, 2023 CCR-Zambia

The DAFI scholarship programme is empowering refugees through education, says Deborah Kabambe Mapala

In a world grappling with the challenges of forced displacement and refugee crises, providing education opportunities to refugees is crucial in promoting their self-reliance, empowerment, and successful integration into host communities. One initiative that has been playing a vital role in this regard is the Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative (DAFI) scholarship programme. We spoke to Deborah Kabambe Mapala, our colleague in Lusaka, Zambia, about the DAFI scholarships and her journey with Caritas Czech Republic.   
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