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The only thing we really need is work, says Kaasim from Iraq after he fled ISIS
May 6, 2024 News

The only thing we really need is work, says Kaasim from Iraq after he fled ISIS

After fleeing ISIS's invasion in the city of Sinjar in the north of Iraq, Kaasim found refuge in Duhok in the Iraqi Kurdistan region, where he has settled with his family. Now, Kaasim faces the challenge of rebuilding his life amidst the difficulties of displacement. Caritas Czech Republic supports Iraqis like Kaasim, offering them essential assistance and opportunities for a better future.
The nurse is like a daughter to me, says Maria from Moldova, who uses the services of a home care centre
May 2, 2024 News

The nurse is like a daughter to me, says Maria from Moldova, who uses the services of a home care centre

Moldova is one of the poorest countries in Europe. Poverty is a significant issue for the elderly people, who are often left alone in rural areas. Young people leave Moldova to find jobs abroad and do not return home. The elderly people struggle not only with financial hardship, but also with inadequate health and social care. One of them is Maria, 74, from the village of Cigârleni. Thanks to the services of a home care centre opened by Caritas Czech Republic, she is being looked after.
I now enjoy three meals a day, says Mwiba, a farmer from Zambia who is adapting to climate change thanks to our support
April 16, 2024 News

I now enjoy three meals a day, says Mwiba, a farmer from Zambia who is adapting to climate change thanks to our support

Mwiba is a Zambian farmer who leads efforts in his community to adapt agriculture to climate change. He is one of the lead farmers supported by Caritas Czech Republic, to introduce farmers from his community to sustainable agriculture. Each lead farmer usually has around 20 to 25 follower farmers. Now, Mwiba is sharing his knowledge with his community to tackle the challenges of climate change. 
A Journey of hope: The Bogoeva Family's Story from Ukraine to Moldova
March 28, 2024 CCR-Moldova

A Journey of hope: The Bogoeva Family's Story from Ukraine to Moldova

Tatiana Bogoeva, originally from the Ukrainian town of Artsyz in the Odessa region, decided to make a tough choice to seek refuge in Moldova together with her 3 children and her mother Svetlana. Fleeing the growing conflict in Ukraine, they embarked on a challenging journey, driven by a strong desire to keep their family safe and secure. Their story reflects both resilience and the challenges of starting a new life.
How displaced people live in dormitories in Transcarpathia - stories of women from frontline Donetsk region
March 26, 2024 Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine

How displaced people live in dormitories in Transcarpathia - stories of women from frontline Donetsk region

At the beginning of the war, many Ukrainians thought they were only leaving home for 2-3 weeks. But the war is now in its the third year now, and many people have nowhere to return to: their cities are destroyed, occupied by Russia, or constantly under fire. Therefore, people have to get used to life in a new reality, and we are trying to helping them to do so. Read the stories of displaced women living in dormitories in Transcarpathia that have been, renovated by Caritas Czech Republic.    
Nana opened her workshop with jewellery made from traditional Georgian enamel
March 21, 2024 News

Nana opened her workshop with jewellery made from traditional Georgian enamel

Although finding a job in the Racha region in Georgia is difficult, Nana has always dreamt of returning home and making her own jewellery. With the help of Caritas Czech Republic, Nana opened an enamel workshop in her hometown of Oni, where she creates and sells handmade jewellery. Her dream is to open a guesthouse and make the workshop even bigger.
Stories from Gaza: Amal's brother lost his leg in the bombing, Hanna is endlessly searching for a shelter
March 15, 2024 All news

Stories from Gaza: Amal's brother lost his leg in the bombing, Hanna is endlessly searching for a shelter

The people in Gaza are living in devastating conditions. Our colleague Amal was forced to leave his home in Gaza when the war began. He and his family then lived with his friends in Khan Younis when their building was bombed in December. Amal's brother lost his leg under the crushed building and is still waiting for proper treatment. Another colleague from Caritas Jerusalem is still searching for shelter after having moved five times.
I want to become an entrepreneur and give back to my community, says Baruani, a refugee student at the Cavendish University in Zambia
March 14, 2024 News

I want to become an entrepreneur and give back to my community, says Baruani, a refugee student at the Cavendish University in Zambia

Baruani is a 24-year-old student originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo. He fled his home country with his family to neighbouring Zambia to escape violence and conflict. They found safety in the refugee settlement of Mantapala, but Baruani wanted something more - an education that would also allow him to help other refugees. Thanks to our support, he is now studying at a university in Zambia’s capital, Lusaka.
Mujahed from Iraq reopened his workshop thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
March 11, 2024 News

Mujahed from Iraq reopened his workshop thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

Mujahed is a carpenter who worked in his workshop for fifteen years before he had to flee to Baghdad with his family because of the so-called Islamic state. After returning, he found his workshop destroyed, but thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, he was able to reopen it. Now he can provide for his family and even support other people in need by creating work opportunities.
3 women from Zambia, Iraq and Georgia who are running their own businesses thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
March 4, 2024 News

3 women from Zambia, Iraq and Georgia who are running their own businesses thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

This year, International Women's Day is about investing in women. Particularly in disadvantaged regions, women need support in the beginning to take their lives into their own hands. Laurinda, Rana and Tamar managed to start their own businesses despite obstacles, prejudice and poor economic conditions. Read the inspiring stories of these women who are now standing on their own two feet and providing for their families and communities thanks to the support of Caritas Czech Republic.
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