CS EN
Facebook Instagram Linkedin Twitter Youtube
  1. Home
  2. News
  3. Stories

Work with us

Donate

Contacts

Stories

Water brings back hope to Ali and his family in Syria
January 20, 2025 News

Water brings back hope to Ali and his family in Syria

Despite years of displacement and harsh living conditions in northern Syria, Ali remains determined to care for his family. Forced to flee his hometown due to violence, he has endured countless challenges, from unemployment to the struggle for clean water. Now, thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, a renewed water supply is bringing hope back to his life, family, and community. 
I love my job, says Jerome from Zambia, who lives with a visual impairment
January 16, 2025 News

I love my job, says Jerome from Zambia, who lives with a visual impairment

76-year-old Jerome from Zambia has been coping with the effects of glaucoma, which robbed him of his sight, for the past 13 years. Despite this, he has not lost his zest for life or determination. Today, he works as a trustee of a food processing centre in the Meheba refugee settlement, where his attitude inspires others to live life to the fullest despite obstacles. The centre, which helps people secure their livelihoods, operates with the support of Caritas Czech Republic. 
Kindergarten teacher: Now I know how to support children with specific requirements
December 27, 2024 CCR-Georgia

Kindergarten teacher: Now I know how to support children with specific requirements

Caritas Czech Republic has been working on the development of early childhood services for many years. After a five-year initiative to support children on the autism spectrum, in 2023 we launched a project to support the Early Inclusive Education and Development Program in Georgia. At the end of the year, we visited one of the kindergartens involved in the project, where we saw the results of our work on-site.
25-year-old Mollar owns thriving bistro in Karakosh, Iraq
December 19, 2024 News

25-year-old Mollar owns thriving bistro in Karakosh, Iraq

The scent of Lahm Bi Ajeen—spiced meat and vegetables spread over soft dough—and freshly baked pizza draws locals and visitors alike to a small bistro on a lively street. Inside, 25-year-old Mollar works with steady hands, rolling out dough with care, topping it generously, and sliding it into a glowing oven. With the support of Caritas Czech Republic, Mollar was able to open his own bistro in Karakosh, Iraq. 
I no longer have to walk 3 hours to fetch water, says Almaz from Ethiopia
December 17, 2024 News

I no longer have to walk 3 hours to fetch water, says Almaz from Ethiopia

Access to clean water is a universal need, yet for countless families in Ethiopia, it remains a difficult and sometimes dangerous daily challenge. In Abala Abaya, a rural district situated 419 kilometers south of Addis Ababa, water scarcity has shaped the lives of entire communities. Among those affected is Almaz, a mother of seven, whose story speaks to the profound impact that access to clean water, or lack thereof, can have on a family’s health, time, and overall quality of life. Almaz now has access to clean water near her home, thanks to our help. 
3 000 people in the front line Kherson region in Ukraine will be warm this winter thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
December 16, 2024 Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine

3 000 people in the front line Kherson region in Ukraine will be warm this winter thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

It is less than 20 kilometres from the village of Belozerka in the Kherson region to the front line. “Just half an hour ago, a shell hit our village, leaving us once again without light and water," says Inna, a local resident. For Inna and her neighbours, such goods as light and gas have become a luxury, and frosty winters are outside. Massive attacks regularly destroy the infrastructure of frontline communities, and unemployment deprives people of the ability to stock up on fuel for the winter. “We are very grateful that you deliver us firewood even when it's shelling,” Inna says sincerely.
My children also have the right to feel happy, says Natalia from Ukraine, who is raising two daughters with disabilities
November 30, 2024 Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine

My children also have the right to feel happy, says Natalia from Ukraine, who is raising two daughters with disabilities

5-year-old twins Valeria and Daryna have been in a wheelchair since birth. Every outing in their native Uzhhorod in western Ukraine is a challenge for them. “The streets and buildings are not well suited for people with disabilities, but my children need conditions for development, not isolation,“ says their mother Natalia. Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, the city now has its first inclusive playground, giving Valeria and Daria a place to play, grow, and connect.  
Caritas Czech Republic gave me the foundation to achieve professional growth, says Safina, a refugee in Zambia
November 19, 2024 CCR-Zambia

Caritas Czech Republic gave me the foundation to achieve professional growth, says Safina, a refugee in Zambia

Safina, a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo, arrived in Zambia in 2017 with little more than hope for a better future. Faced with numerous obstacles, she remained determined to pursue her dreams. Through the DAFI scholarship, facilitated by Caritas Czech Republic, Safina not only achieved her educational goals but grew into a successful IT professional. Her journey highlights the power of education and mentorship in helping refugees rebuild their lives.
It's like I have found a light in the darkness, says Fatima from Gaza after receiving psychosocial support from Caritas
November 18, 2024 News

It's like I have found a light in the darkness, says Fatima from Gaza after receiving psychosocial support from Caritas

Fatima, a fifty-year-old mother of four, lives in the tragic reality of war-torn Gaza, where daily life means a struggle for survival. For fifteen years, Fatima has been battling the effects of a stroke and severe depression, which have significantly worsened in the past year. "I feel like I have lost my way," she says, referring to the daily struggle with physical exhaustion and stress from the ongoing conflict. Thanks to Caritas, Fatima feels better today.
Bringing people joy through my food makes me happy, says Rana from Iraq
November 14, 2024 News

Bringing people joy through my food makes me happy, says Rana from Iraq

As the sun begins to set in the small Christian town of Karamles in Iraq, a familiar aroma fills the air. It is the scent of freshly made shawarma, burgers, and Lahm b-Ajeen, drawing customers from near and far. At the heart of this bustling little spot is Rana, a mother of four and the proud owner of a bistro that sits next to the local monastery. 
Back Up Print
Humanitarian Aid

Humanitarian Aid
Development Cooperation

Development Cooperation
News

News
Stories

Stories
Internships and volunteering

Internships and volunteering