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3 years of war in Ukraine: We are helping people get back on their feet
February 10, 2025 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

3 years of war in Ukraine: We are helping people get back on their feet

Soon, it will be three years since the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the escalation of the war that has affected millions of lives. Since the early days of the conflict, Caritas Czech Republic has been on the ground, helping those who need it most. In addition to providing humanitarian aid, we are increasingly focusing on restoring livelihoods and supporting long-term solutions. We are helping people not just to survive but to start living again. 

5 ways we help elderly people in Moldova handle loneliness through intergenerational clubs
February 3, 2025 News

5 ways we help elderly people in Moldova handle loneliness through intergenerational clubs

In Moldova, loneliness among the elderly people  is a pressing issue, exacerbated by a lack of social engagement opportunities. Recognizing  this, Caritas Czech Republic, in collaboration with AO Homecare, has launched a meaningful initiative to bridge generational gaps and address the emotional and social needs of elderly people. Through the establishment of Intergenerational Clubs at five selected social and health centres, Caritas Czech Republic is fostering connection, understanding, and mutual learning between younger and older generations.

7 biggest achievements of Caritas Czech Republic in 2024
January 6, 2025 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

7 biggest achievements of Caritas Czech Republic in 2024

The year 2024 brought many challenges to the world, but it also showed the power of solidarity and commitment to help where it is needed most. We helped civilians affected by the war in Gaza, supported farmers in Zambia battling the effects of climate change and played our part in rebuilding livelihoods in war-torn Ukraine. This is just a fraction of our work. Let's recall the key moments and achievements of Caritas Czech Republic over the past year. 

Best of 2024 in Caritas Czech Republic in Moldova
January 3, 2025 News

Best of 2024 in Caritas Czech Republic in Moldova

In 2024, we strengthened Moldova’s social services through a series of impactful initiatives aimed at creating safer, more supportive communities. Our anti-bullying programme in schools across the country taught students empathy and respect through engaging workshops, while new sheltered homes in Glodeni and Soroca provided a safe space for independent living and mental health support. To ensure lasting impact, we also completed a key supervision training programme for caregivers.

The Caritas Award is proof that I do my job well, says Evžen Diviš from Caritas Czech Republic
December 4, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

The Caritas Award is proof that I do my job well, says Evžen Diviš from Caritas Czech Republic

Evžen Diviš has been working at Caritas Czech Republic for over 15 years. In this interview, he reveals what the role of a regional manager in the Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation Department entails and shares some of the most profound experiences from his work-related travels. What does Evžen Diviš love most about his job? How does he cope with stress? And what does he see as the greatest challenges in providing humanitarian aid?