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. We focus on the development of health care and social protection as well as  rural development and environmental protection and actively work on systemic changes in Georgia.

We immensely appreciate the award, says Jiří Škvor from Caritas Czech Republic on receiving the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic
November 16, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

We immensely appreciate the award, says Jiří Škvor from Caritas Czech Republic on receiving the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic

On the 17th of November, Caritas Czech Republic will receive the Medal of Merit in Diplomacy from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, Jan Lipavský. This exceptional recognition is awarded to personalities and organisations that have significantly contributed to the development of foreign relations between the Czech Republic and other countries. In the following interview, Jiří Škvor, Head of the Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation Department, explains what this award means to Caritas Czech Republic and tells us more about the organisation’s work around the world.

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.

Artist's House – a place with distinguished history and interesting plans
September 21, 2023 News

Artist's House – a place with distinguished history and interesting plans

Temur Gugeshashvili together with his family started a new phase of life in Racha in 2008. Currently, he owns one of the most popular family hotels in the city of Oni and runs a woodworking workshop, in which he and his wife host children living in the villages of Oni municipality several times a week. Temur has big plans ahead – he is currently building a new hotel in the center of the city, in which, in addition to the hotel space, there will be a wooden workshop, a conference hall, and a restaurant.

Craft puts people of poor regions on their feet and rebuilds post-war areas
September 21, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Craft puts people of poor regions on their feet and rebuilds post-war areas

For people in disadvantaged regions, mastering a craft is a path to financial self-sufficiency. In places dealing with the impacts of war, it is a significant contributor to their reconstruction. For example, a welding workshop in Iraq, a restaurant in a refugee settlement in Zambia or a traditional jewellery shop in Georgia have all been created thanks to our help.