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I want to inspire other girls and refugees, says Gloria, a refugee who got into university in Zambia thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
November 27, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

I want to inspire other girls and refugees, says Gloria, a refugee who got into university in Zambia thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

25-year-old Gloria, a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo living in Zambia, had lost all hope to pursue a higher education until she received the news that she was selected for the DAFI scholarship for refugees. She is now a thriving bachelor's student in communication at the Cavendish University and wants to inspire other girls and refugees with her resilience. We spoke to Gloria in Lusaka, where she told us her story. 

We immensely appreciate the award, says Jiří Škvor from Caritas Czech Republic on receiving the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic
November 16, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

We immensely appreciate the award, says Jiří Škvor from Caritas Czech Republic on receiving the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic

On the 17th of November, Caritas Czech Republic will receive the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, Jan Lipavský. This exceptional recognition is awarded to personalities and organisations that have significantly contributed to the development of foreign relations between the Czech Republic and other countries. In the following interview, Jiří Škvor, Head of the Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation Department, explains what this award means to Caritas Czech Republic and tells us more about the organisation’s work around the world.

Supporting home gardens and small-scale livestock farming in the Meheba refugee settlement in Zambia
November 15, 2023 News

Supporting home gardens and small-scale livestock farming in the Meheba refugee settlement in Zambia

Caritas Czech Republic in Zambia supports over 100 farmers in the Meheba refugee settlement to establish home gardens and raise small livestock. This initiative has provided a source of livelihood for individuals such as Nzoyihera Janvierz, Makuya Kasanga, Maliti Chingi, Jacqueline Nindorera, and Rabbeca Cimpaye who shared their stories with us. 

Thanks to the UNICORE scholarship, we can now study in Italy and grow our careers, say refugees Philibert and Magda
November 9, 2023 News

Thanks to the UNICORE scholarship, we can now study in Italy and grow our careers, say refugees Philibert and Magda

Many refugees worldwide face various challenges ranging from shelter and water to education. Getting tertiary education is still almost impossible for many refugees. Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, UNHCR and other partners who facilitated and introduced the University Corridors for Refugees scholarship programme, refugees like Philibert and Magda are now studying for master's degrees at top universities in Italy.

How Caritas Czech Republic supports farmers in the Mayukwayukwa refugee settlement in Zambia
November 6, 2023 News

How Caritas Czech Republic supports farmers in the Mayukwayukwa refugee settlement in Zambia

Agriculture drives the economy in Zambia and is the main source of income for most of the population, including refugees.  Caritas Czech Republic has contributed to the agriculture sector over the years by supporting farmers in different parts of the country with agriculture knowledge, farming inputs and start-up capital.