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6 ways Caritas Czech Republic helps people who had to flee their homes
June 7, 2022 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

6 ways Caritas Czech Republic helps people who had to flee their homes

The number of people who were forced to leave their homes has doubled in the last 10 years to 82.4 million refugees today. The most common reasons why people involuntarily leave their home country or region are protracted wars, political persecution and, more recently, problems related to climate change. Our assistance in 6 countries focuses not only on providing the basic necessities to live but also on sustainable solutions that give refugees a chance for a better future. 

Cash assistance helps Ukrainian refugees in Moldova meet their needs in dignity
May 31, 2022 News

Cash assistance helps Ukrainian refugees in Moldova meet their needs in dignity

Caritas Czech Republic started the first phase of EU-funded cash assistance distributions to vulnerable refugees from Ukraine who are housed in the Dubasari, Straseni, Comrat, Ceadir-Lunga and Vulcanesti regions of Moldova. The first families, sheltered in Straseni and Dubasari districts, received financial support in the amount of 2,200 lei  (around EUR 112) per family member. This aid will help them meet their basic needs, restore a sense of normalcy and become more resilient.

3 tons of garbage collected in Criuleni during a joint cleanup event
May 27, 2022 News

3 tons of garbage collected in Criuleni during a joint cleanup event

We collected about 3 tons of abandoned waste during a cleanup event in the city of Criuleni on 21 May 2022.  The initiative aimed to educate and make locals responsible for environmental protection and to change young people's attitude towards littering.

Moldova is ready to help all people fleeing the war, says Vasile Vasiliev
May 25, 2022 News

Moldova is ready to help all people fleeing the war, says Vasile Vasiliev

Uncertainty and despair - with these feelings tens of thousands of refugees from Ukraine are coming to Moldova today. These people, who overnight lost everything they had built a life on, now have to start their lives again. How is Moldova helping the refugees on its territory today and how is Caritas Czech Republic’s aim supporting this process? Vasile Vasiliev, Country Director, answers these questions.

Ukrainian Refugees receive cash assistance through Caritas Czech Republic
May 23, 2022 News

Ukrainian Refugees receive cash assistance through Caritas Czech Republic

Refugees from Ukraine in Moldova will receive cash assistance through a project run by Caritas Czech Republic with EU humanitarian funding.