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Best of 2024 in Caritas Czech Republic in Georgia
December 31, 2024 News

Best of 2024 in Caritas Czech Republic in Georgia

In 2024, Georgia faced one of its most challenging years in recent history. Despite the difficult political situation, Caritas Czech Republic continued its vital work across various sectors. From providing support to rural farmers and carrying out disaster risk reduction initiatives in the highlands, to strengthening early childhood education and enhancing digital skills for youth with special requirements, our efforts reached hundreds of lives. We ended the year by contributing to a nationwide food safety awareness campaign. Let’s dive deep to learn more about our success in 2024.

Kindergarten teacher: Now I know how to support children with specific requirements
December 27, 2024 News

Kindergarten teacher: Now I know how to support children with specific requirements

Caritas Czech Republic has been working on the development of early childhood services for many years. After a five-year initiative to support children on the autism spectrum, in 2023 we launched a project to support the Early Inclusive Education and Development Program in Georgia. At the end of the year, we visited one of the kindergartens involved in the project, where we saw the results of our work on-site.

Caritas Czech Republic seeks ways to assist in Georgia despite uncertainty, says Noemi Seregi about the current turbulent situation
December 10, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Caritas Czech Republic seeks ways to assist in Georgia despite uncertainty, says Noemi Seregi about the current turbulent situation

The situation in Georgia is tense. Protests against the government’s decision to suspend European integration are escalating, raising concerns about repression and international isolation. How do people on the ground perceive this situation, and how does it affect the work of non-governmental organisations? We spoke about the current events in Georgia with Noemi Seregi, Regional Manager of Caritas Czech Republic.

The Caritas Award is proof that I do my job well, says Evžen Diviš from Caritas Czech Republic
December 4, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

The Caritas Award is proof that I do my job well, says Evžen Diviš from Caritas Czech Republic

Evžen Diviš has been working at Caritas Czech Republic for over 15 years. In this interview, he reveals what the role of a regional manager in the Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation Department entails and shares some of the most profound experiences from his work-related travels. What does Evžen Diviš love most about his job? How does he cope with stress? And what does he see as the greatest challenges in providing humanitarian aid

7 beautiful Christmas traditions from around the world
December 2, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

7 beautiful Christmas traditions from around the world

Christmas is a time of giving - and not just under the tree. All over the world, people come together to give joy, hope and help to those who need it most. Did you know that in Georgia, carolers collect gifts for the less fortunate during the Alilo procession, while children in Zambia bring gifts to their peers in hospitals? Or that in Moldova, Moș Crăciun brings gifts on New Year's Day? We bring you 7 unique Christmas gift-giving and other traditions from countries where Caritas Czech Republic supports people in need.