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5 ways Caritas Czech Republic protects the environment
April 10, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

5 ways Caritas Czech Republic protects the environment

At Caritas Czech Republic, we care about our planet. That is why we help protect it in several countries around the world. In Iraq and Zambia, we support farmers in adapting to climate change so that they can continue to grow and harvest successfully. In Moldova and Georgia, we are introducing the benefits of composting, and in Mongolia we are helping to prevent plastic waste from flooding the beautiful countryside. What else does Caritas Czech Republic do to protect the environment?

A Journey of hope: The Bogoeva Family's Story from Ukraine to Moldova
March 28, 2024 News

A Journey of hope: The Bogoeva Family's Story from Ukraine to Moldova

Tatiana Bogoeva, originally from the Ukrainian town of Artsyz in the Odessa region, decided to make a tough choice to seek refuge in Moldova together with her 3 children and her mother Svetlana. Fleeing the growing conflict in Ukraine, they embarked on a challenging journey, driven by a strong desire to keep their family safe and secure. Their story reflects both resilience and the challenges of starting a new life.

Peer supporters are crucial in supporting people with mental health problems, says Inga Cociorva, a peer supporter in Moldova
March 21, 2024 News

Peer supporters are crucial in supporting people with mental health problems, says Inga Cociorva, a peer supporter in Moldova

In Moldova, there is a clear need for the development of social and mental health services to provide proper support and care. Peer supporters are people with personal life experience in mental health who use their own experience to support others with similar conditions. With the support of Caritas Czech Republic, several recovered people have been trained for the role of peer supporter. We spoke to Inga Cociorva, whose own recovery experience led her to become a peer supporter.

A kindergarten in northern Moldova will use rainwater for household needs with the support of Caritas Czech Republic
March 19, 2024 News

A kindergarten in northern Moldova will use rainwater for household needs with the support of Caritas Czech Republic

Caritas Czech Republic has taken a step towards improving the sustainability and efficiency of water resource usage by introducing an innovative initiative to use rainwater as an alternative water source in Moldova. Throughout the year 2024, a rainwater capture, filtration, and storage system for household use will be constructed in the Albinuța kindergarten in the village of Bilicenii Vechi, Sîngerei district, with the involvement of Czech and national experts.

6 reasons why women are important in humanitarian aid
March 6, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

6 reasons why women are important in humanitarian aid

Did you know that women make up over 40% of the half of a million humanitarian workers who provide frontline care during emergencies, wars and disasters? There are many reasons why it is essential to acknowledge the work women do in humanitarian aid, from providing emotional support to empowering young girls. Let us show you how women impact the humanitarian field.