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Caritas Internationalis urges for an immediate ceasefire in the Holy Land
November 24, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Caritas Internationalis urges for an immediate ceasefire in the Holy Land

In response to the ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel and the humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip, the global organisation Caritas Internationalis, of which we are also a member, has issued a statement: "Now is the time for peace". It calls for an immediate cessation of fighting in the Holy Land, respect for international humanitarian law, the release of hostages and the immediate provision of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.

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.

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.

For nearly 20 years, Caritas Czech Republic has been helping people worldwide. Archbishop Jan Graubner personally supported the achievements
October 12, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

For nearly 20 years, Caritas Czech Republic has been helping people worldwide. Archbishop Jan Graubner personally supported the achievements

In the first week of October, representatives of Caritas Czech Republic' international branches gathered in Prague. Together with colleagues from the headquarters they discussed the successes of Caritas' aid in the world and shared their experiences. Archbishop Jan Graubner also came to appreciate the professionalism and efficiency of our work.