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A little piece of paradise for yourself. 5 destinations where you definitely will not meet the crowds
July 15, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

A little piece of paradise for yourself. 5 destinations where you definitely will not meet the crowds

Are you tempted to spend your holidays away from the main tourist destinations without crowds? Nowadays, there are not many attractive destinations left in the world that remain untouched by mass tourism. Here are 5 tips for undiscovered travel gems in countries where Caritas Czech Republic helps people get back on their feet. Whether you are a hiking enthusiast or want to discover historic cities, you will find plenty of options in our list.

10 interesting facts about Georgia that will surprise you
July 3, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

10 interesting facts about Georgia that will surprise you

Are you planning to go on holiday this year? Maybe your destination is a small country on the border between Europe and Asia. For many people, Georgia is still an undiscovered destination, but the country has a lot to offer. Here are 10 interesting facts that will convince you to visit Georgia!

Supported housing - a space dedicated to safety, care, and inclusion. The story of Gheorghe from Moldova
June 26, 2024 News

Supported housing - a space dedicated to safety, care, and inclusion. The story of Gheorghe from Moldova

Caritas Czech Republic has opened 2 supported housing centres in Moldova to provide people in vulnerable positions with the care they need. Supported housing provides a stable and structured environment where people can receive ongoing support tailored to their specific needs. The residents of these homes are people living with mental health problems, such as 32-year-old Gheorghe, who receives help to develop household, social, and communication skills so that he is prepared for independent living. 

Caritas Czech Republic joins new training initiative to strengthen social services in Moldova
June 20, 2024 News

Caritas Czech Republic joins new training initiative to strengthen social services in Moldova

Galina is a resilient 70-year-old from Dorotcaia, Dubasari district, Moldova, who has been courageously battling Parkinson's disease for many years now. Living alone since her husband passed away many years ago, Galina has found support through Caritas Czech Republic and AO Homecare. Since 2022, Galina received both medical and social aid from us.

6 ways Caritas Czech Republic supports refugees to become self-sufficient
June 10, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

6 ways Caritas Czech Republic supports refugees to become self-sufficient

There are currently more than 122 million displaced people in the world. Whether they have fled abroad or stayed in their countries, they are trying to start again from zero in new places. Refugees, despite many prejudices, do not wait with their hand out for help, but instead want to work, study and stand on their own two feet. But they need support at the beginning to succeed. Caritas Czech Republic is helping them to do just that.