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.

Preparedness is critical to reducing the damage caused by climate change-related disasters
November 11, 2024 News

Preparedness is critical to reducing the damage caused by climate change-related disasters

Climate change, sometimes resulting in natural disasters, is a global problem. Disasters caused by climate change have a negative impact on the socio-economic life of any country and its population. Georgia is not an exception. Due to the specific and complex physical-geographic conditions, different climates can be found in Georgia. Climate change in such a small country like ours can be especialy painful.

Dozens of Georgian farmers experience income growth: the role of modern technologies, updated equipment, and new Knowledge in farming
November 4, 2024 News

Dozens of Georgian farmers experience income growth: the role of modern technologies, updated equipment, and new Knowledge in farming

Cattle breeding is one of the lowest-income activities in Georgia. Farmers living in highland regions face many obstacles, including a lack of access to educational resources, farming equipment, and modern technologies. Despite this, each of them still desires to develop their farm and thus contribute not only to their own well-being but also to the socio-economic development of the local community.

David's workshop brings new opportunities to Georgia’s mountain Racha region thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
October 24, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

David's workshop brings new opportunities to Georgia’s mountain Racha region thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

While studying in Tbilisi, David dreamed of returning to his home region of Racha to start his own workshop. Despite Racha's underdevelopment and limited job opportunities, David was driven to create employment for his community. With support from Caritas Czech Republic, he opened a metal and plastic workshop, employing five people. Now, David plans to expand, grow his team, and continue contributing to the development of his beloved Racha. 

Success without borders: Businesses thriving in refugee settlements, post-war areas or underdeveloped mountain regions
October 8, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Success without borders: Businesses thriving in refugee settlements, post-war areas or underdeveloped mountain regions

Imagine living in a place where everyday obstacles are more difficult than anywhere else. And yet, even in these conditions, there are people who can overcome the toughest challenges. What they need, however, is support at the beginning - to take their lives into their own hands. In refugee settlements, post-war areas or underdeveloped mountain regions, successful entrepreneurs are born thanks to the support of Caritas Czech Republic. Today, their businesses not only provide for their families, but bring jobs and a chance for a better life to entire communities.  

Meet the wool master reviving traditional wool processing in Georgia thanks to Caritas Czech Republic
September 30, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Meet the wool master reviving traditional wool processing in Georgia thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

To reach the village of Zemo Alveni in eastern Georgia, you have to drive along a narrow unpaved road. Two hours from the capital Tbilisi, a remote region awaits, where the traffic is jammed with slow-moving cows and herds of sheep graze on the vast hills. Their wool, which only a few years ago was thrown away and burned, now fills the premises of the processing plant in whose yard we are standing. It is processed thanks to the support of Caritas Czech Republic.