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Do you know what chichilaki, pacha, or Tsagaan Sa is? Visit Christmas in countries where Caritas Czech Republic is helping
December 11, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Do you know what chichilaki, pacha, or Tsagaan Sa is? Visit Christmas in countries where Caritas Czech Republic is helping

Preparations for the biggest holidays of the year are in full swing. Decorated homes as well as public places, Christmas sweets, carols, carps and potato salad are essential part of Christmas celebrations in the Czech Republic. But what about in other parts of the world, in countries where Caritas Czech Republic works? Do they celebrate Christmas in Iraq, Mongolia, or Zambia? What does this part of the year mean to different cultures?

Stories of hope that will make you smile this Christmas
December 5, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Stories of hope that will make you smile this Christmas

With everything bad that has been going on this year, we would like to present stories of hope to bring a smile on your face and show you that not everything is going in the wrong direction. We encountered many inspiring stories during our work. Stories of people who overcame obstacles and managed to stand on their own feet. Stories of people who have persevered during difficult times and motivate others to take life into their own hands. Now we would like you to meet them too.

Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: I am doing what I have always dreamt of, says Marek Bednarz, country programme coordinator for Georgia
November 30, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: I am doing what I have always dreamt of, says Marek Bednarz, country programme coordinator for Georgia

Would you like to know more about Caritas Czech Republic? We have launched a series of interviews with our colleagues who will tell you more about our work across the world. Meet Marek Bednarz, the Country Programme Coordinator for Georgia.

Within the EU-funded initiative, youth from Georgia, Armenia, and Moldova will be able to increase their entrepreneurial skills
October 23, 2023 News

Within the EU-funded initiative, youth from Georgia, Armenia, and Moldova will be able to increase their entrepreneurial skills

In Georgia, Armenia, and Moldova, the realization of vulnerable young people in the labor market and their active involvement in democratic life is still a challenge. The mentioned especially prevents ensuring a dignified life for youth with disabilities. That is why the Caritas Czech Republic and the Coalition for Independent Living, together with the Moldovian organization Millenium and the Armenian organization Agate, are starting a European Union-funded project that will support the employment of vulnerable youth, the improvement of entrepreneurship opportunities, and their active participation in democratic life.

Jean from Zambia is now the owner of a cassava processing business thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
October 16, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Jean from Zambia is now the owner of a cassava processing business thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

Jean Makunga Habukali is a farmer living in Mongu, located in Zambia's Western Province. Jean was a radio presenter, but she lost her job in 2018. After that, Jean started farming cassava and cashew, however, she lacked proper facilities. Caritas Czech Republic provided Jean with cassava processing equipment and adequate space. Thanks to our help, Jean is now the proud owner of her own cassava farm.