What we do

We help where we are needed. We support the economic, environmental and social development of countries around the world. In Moldova, we focus on the development of health care, social protection, social inclusion, rural development and environmental protection, as well as humanitarian aid to refugees from Ukraine.

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Caritas for Turkey and Syria: We have launched appeal to help people affected by catastrophic earthquake
February 6, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Caritas for Turkey and Syria: We have launched appeal to help people affected by catastrophic earthquake

A catastrophic earthquake of 7.8 magnitude struck south-eastern Turkey and Syria in the early hours of Monday 6th February. Caritas Czech Republic immediately launched an appeal to help the affected people. Thousands of people have already lost their lives and thousands are injured. Just before noon, another 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck south-eastern Turkey. People on the ground need immediate humanitarian aid. Caritas partners are already helping on the ground.

I still do not know how to explain to children what war is and why it came into our lives, says Svita, a refugee from Ukraine in Moldova
February 4, 2023 News

I still do not know how to explain to children what war is and why it came into our lives, says Svita, a refugee from Ukraine in Moldova

The war in Ukraine has been going on for a year. A year of terror, destruction, people fleeing their homes and destinies turned upside down. Caritas Czech Republic has been supporting Ukrainian refugees in Moldova since the beginning of the conflict. Svita Andrusyk from Kirovohrad took refuge in Gagauzia, Moldova, and is grateful that thanks to our support she can provide a dignified life for her three daughters.

Caritas Czech Republic and M.A.D.E. theatre organise theatre tour for social inclusion of Ukrainian refugees in Moldova’s communities
January 25, 2023 News

Caritas Czech Republic and M.A.D.E. theatre organise theatre tour for social inclusion of Ukrainian refugees in Moldova’s communities

For almost a year, we have been providing humanitarian aid to Ukrainian refugees in Moldova. Due to the protracted war, the refugees need not only to have their basic needs met, but also to be socially integrated into local communities. In order to support their integration in Moldova and to strengthen social cohesion with local communities, Caritas Czech Republic, in cooperation with the M.A.D.E. theatre, will organise a national theatre tour in 7 cities of the country. 

Caritas Czech Republic helps Ukrainian refugees in Moldova cope with winter
January 18, 2023 News

Caritas Czech Republic helps Ukrainian refugees in Moldova cope with winter

People running from the war left almost everything at home, including winter clothes. Caritas Czech Republic supports Ukrainian refugees to survive harsh winter conditions. Around 2,000 Ukrainian refugees accommodated in Gagauzia (Moldova) will receive support to buy winter clothes. The initiative is part of Caritas Czech Republic's winter support activities for Ukrainian refugees and aims to cover the additional needs that winter usually brings for people.

Caritas Czech Republic improves the quality of home care services for the elderly in Moldova
January 18, 2023 News

Caritas Czech Republic improves the quality of home care services for the elderly in Moldova

For several years, Caritas Czech Republic has been focusing on improving the availability and quality of home care services for elderly people in Moldova. From 2019 to date, Caritas Czech Republic, in cooperation with the Homecare organization, has been working on an ambitious project and has opened two new health and social care centres and is cooperating with local authorities and external partners to introduce a new profession in Moldova - home caregiver.