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I feel needed because I help local children and the refugee community, says Aliona about her new life in Moldova
June 12, 2023 News

I feel needed because I help local children and the refugee community, says Aliona about her new life in Moldova

The war in Ukraine has been going on for 15 long months. Neighboring Moldova has taken in more than 700,000 refugees since the war began and around 100,000 remain in the country. Among them is 41-year-old Aliona, who fled Ukraine with her family. Caritas Czech Republic in Moldova offered her a helping hand. Aliona started helping at the local rehabilitation center immediately after her arrival and is happy that her work is making a difference.
After nearly a year in emergency accommodation, a family from Kharkiv has decent housing
June 6, 2023 News

After nearly a year in emergency accommodation, a family from Kharkiv has decent housing

After the Russian invasion began, Krystina's first priority was to ensure the safety of her young son David. So she and her husband did not hesitate and immediately set off from their home town of Kharkiv on a journey to safety. After three days on a train, they arrived in Mukachevo, where they found refuge in a student dormitory. Krystina and her son left it after almost a year, when they moved into one of the modular houses built by Caritas Czech Republic in the city.
Scholarship for refugees opened the door for Francesca to study at university and to live a self-sufficient life
June 1, 2023 News

Scholarship for refugees opened the door for Francesca to study at university and to live a self-sufficient life

Over 100,000 refugees have found refuge in Zambia. The vast majority of them have fled war and violence in neighbouring countries. As did Francesca's family 30 years ago (her name was changed for security reasons). Thanks to the help of Caritas Czech Republic, Francesca studied at university and became a pharmacist. We met the smiling Francesca in a small pharmacy on the outskirts of the Zambian capital Lusaka, where she told us her story.
Tatiana fled the war to Moldova. She is getting back on her feet and starting a business with Ukraine products
May 29, 2023 News

Tatiana fled the war to Moldova. She is getting back on her feet and starting a business with Ukraine products

The war in Ukraine has driven millions of people from their homes, among them is also the family of 40-year-old Tatiana who fled Odessa. They found refuge in the Moldovan countryside, in a flat that belongs to Tatiana’s relatives. Finding a job here is difficult. Caritas Czech Republic in Moldova provided the family with immediate cash support, which have Tatiana time to find a way to provide for her family. Tatiana has set up an e-shop selling Ukrainian specialties and is working to provide for herself and her loved ones.
Hadia from Iraq lost her home because of the Islamic State. Now she can live in dignity thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
May 22, 2023 News

Hadia from Iraq lost her home because of the Islamic State. Now she can live in dignity thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

At first glance, Hadia's home is not very different from other ones. Only the plastic on the ceiling and the lack of windows show that it is a makeshift shelter. Nevertheless, it looks like a home that is carefully taken care of by its inhabitants. Hadia's and her husband are among the internally displaced persons who have fled attacks by the self-proclaimed Islamic State. Caritas Czech Republic is helping them to live in dignity.
Bees - an unexpected tool in the fight against poverty
May 18, 2023 News

Bees - an unexpected tool in the fight against poverty

Since 2018, on 20th May we celebrate World Bee Day. The importance of bees for the ecosystem and the food industry has long been known. But these insects are also a source of work and livelihoods in developing regions. For example in refugee settlements in Zambia, where dozens of refugees have started to make a living from beekeeping thanks to Caritas Czech Republic.
Caritas Czech Republic helps refugees in Meheba Refugee Settlement in Zambia to form Savings groups
April 6, 2023 CCR-Zambia

Caritas Czech Republic helps refugees in Meheba Refugee Settlement in Zambia to form Savings groups

Financial freedom is just a dream for many people. Without education, they often have no idea how to achieve it. Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic in Zambia, a group of refugees living in the Meheba refugee settlement have attained financial freedom through a savings group, an initiative introduced to them by the organisation with support from UNHCR.
Let’s create an inclusive environment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
April 3, 2023 CCR-Georgia

Let’s create an inclusive environment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

 "Let’s create an inclusive environment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder" – this is the slogan for this year's World Autism Awareness Day, which is celebrated every year on April 2. Why it is so much important to celebrate this day, what is the prevalence of autism in Georgia, and what challenges faces our country in terms of access to services – we sat down to talk about all this with Maia Gabunia, the chairman of the Georgian Academy of Childhood Disability and Caritas Czech Republic projects expert.
Amina, Bashir and Jourieh lost everything in the earthquake. How is Caritas Czech Republic helping them?
March 30, 2023 News

Amina, Bashir and Jourieh lost everything in the earthquake. How is Caritas Czech Republic helping them?

Almost two months have passed since the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria, claiming the lives of more than 57,000 people. The locals are still in need of help, many of them living in makeshift shelters and lacking decent sanitation. We have been helping the affected people since day one. We bring you the stories of the people we have helped thanks to the funds from the Caritas for Turkey and Syria fundraising appeal.
Morouj fulfilled her dream of becoming a teacher thanks to Caritas Czech Republic in Iraq
February 26, 2023 CCR-Iraq

Morouj fulfilled her dream of becoming a teacher thanks to Caritas Czech Republic in Iraq

Morouj Yunis, a 24-year-old woman from Mosul, Iraq, always wanted to become a teacher. After graduating from the College of Education, she applied to many places, but unfortunately, all the responses were negative. Nevertheless, Morouj was able to fulfill her dream of becoming a teacher after participating in the On-the-Job Training project organized by Caritas Czech Republic in Iraq. Thanks to the training, Morouj is more assertive and no longer afraid of interacting with people. 
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