What we do

We help where we are needed. We provide immediate humanitarian aid to people affected by war or natural disaster. As part of our development cooperation, we help people to cut loose and make a living.

Women play an essential role in humanitarian aid. Why are they so important?
March 6, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Women play an essential role in humanitarian aid. Why are they so important?

What is it like to be a woman affected by war or natural disaster? What do women and girls need in such situations? This is often better understood by other women, humanitarian aid workers. Up to 40 per cent of the more than half a million aid workers worldwide are women. Our colleagues, women humanitarian and development aid workers, explain why they think it is important for women to be involved in this field.

6 ways Caritas Czech Republic still supports people affected by the war in Ukraine
February 23, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

6 ways Caritas Czech Republic still supports people affected by the war in Ukraine

The war in Ukraine has been going on for a year. During this time, millions of people have lost their homes, their ability to provide for their families, and their normal, decent life. From the first day of the war, Caritas Czech Republic has been helping Ukrainians who are suffering because of Russian aggression.

A year of our help to Ukraine: How does Caritas Czech Republic support people affected by Russian aggression?
February 8, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

A year of our help to Ukraine: How does Caritas Czech Republic support people affected by Russian aggression?

On the 24th of February, we will mark the sad anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Ever since then, the war has displaced more than 15 million people from their homes. Caritas Czech Republic has been helping from the very beginning.  Initially, we focused on the most urgent needs, such as delivering humanitarian aid and helping refugees. Thanks to the generosity of our donors who have contributed to the Caritas for Ukraine collection, we can help war-affected people.

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 CCR-Moldova

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.