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November 27, 2023 News

Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, Lubuto Savings Group empowers young Zambians towards a brighter future

In the remote Nchelenge district of Luapula province in Zambia, Caritas Czech Republic has formed the Lubuto Savings Group with the support of the Financial Sector Deepening. One of the group's members is George Mwamba, a determined young man who dreams of pursuing higher education and becoming an engineer. By joining the group, George wants to save enough money to attend tertiary school and gain the skills needed for a successful future.

November 27, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

I want to inspire other girls and refugees, says Gloria, a refugee who got into university in Zambia thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

25-year-old Gloria, a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo living in Zambia, had lost all hope to pursue a higher education until she received the news that she was selected for the DAFI scholarship for refugees. She is now a thriving bachelor's student in communication at the Cavendish University and wants to inspire other girls and refugees with her resilience. We spoke to Gloria in Lusaka, where she told us her story.

November 24, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Caritas Internationalis urges for an immediate ceasefire in the Holy Land

In response to the ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel and the humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip, the global organisation Caritas Internationalis, of which we are also a member, has issued a statement: "Now is the time for peace". It calls for an immediate cessation of fighting in the Holy Land, respect for international humanitarian law, the release of hostages and the immediate provision of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.

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.

November 9, 2023 News

Thanks to the UNICORE scholarship, we can now study in Italy and grow our careers, say refugees Philibert and Magda

Many refugees worldwide face various challenges ranging from shelter and water to education. Getting tertiary education is still almost impossible for many refugees. Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, UNHCR and other partners who facilitated and introduced the University Corridors for Refugees scholarship programme, refugees like Philibert and Magda are now studying for master's degrees at top universities in Italy.

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Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, Lubuto Savings Group empowers young Zambians towards a brighter future

I want to inspire other girls and refugees, says Gloria, a refugee who got into university in Zambia thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

Caritas Internationalis urges for an immediate ceasefire in the Holy Land

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

Thanks to the UNICORE scholarship, we can now study in Italy and grow our careers, say refugees Philibert and Magda

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