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Humanitarian crisis in Lebanon: Caritas provides on-the-ground assistance
October 3, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Humanitarian crisis in Lebanon: Caritas provides on-the-ground assistance

The security and humanitarian situation in Lebanon is dramatically worsening. As a result of Israeli attacks, approximately one million residents have been displaced from their homes, now needing assistance to meet their basic needs. Caritas Lebanon actively provides humanitarian aid to displaced people, ensuring access to water, food, shelter, and medical and psychosocial support. Caritas Czech Republic has also contributed directly to the aid efforts on the ground.

Farming is my favourite job, says Iraqi farmer Jibran
October 3, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Farming is my favourite job, says Iraqi farmer Jibran

For centuries, the fertile Nineveh Plains in Iraq have provided an ideal place to farm. Until climate change began to hit the area hard. It is also affecting farmer Jibran, who is seeing his crops lost to drought and weather fluctuations. Caritas Czech Republic has supported Jibran to be able to farm despite the changing climate.

5 innovations Caritas Czech Republic uses in humanitarian and development aid
September 9, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

5 innovations Caritas Czech Republic uses in humanitarian and development aid

Innovation in humanitarian aid is not just a buzzword, but an important part of supporting people in need. Farmers are harvesting despite climate change thanks to modern farming methods, while solar dryers are extending the shelf life of food. Telemedicine is bringing healthcare to remote places, and smart ways of using water are saving every precious drop. What innovations is Caritas Czech Republic using in humanitarian and development aid?

Climate change is destroying our crops. Caritas Czech Republic helps us adapt, says Iraqi farmer Waseem
September 5, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Climate change is destroying our crops. Caritas Czech Republic helps us adapt, says Iraqi farmer Waseem

The so-called Fertile Crescent, about which we learn in school, is now suffering the consequences of climate change. Farmers in Iraq are facing crop failure due to drought and weather fluctuations. Caritas Czech Republic is helping them to adapt so that they can harvest despite climate change. Such as Waseem, who has received training in modern farming methods and irrigation systems.

7 interesting facts about Iraq that will surprise you
August 15, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

7 interesting facts about Iraq that will surprise you

What do you think of when you hear Iraq? Desert, heat and dust? Believe it or not, there is a lot more to Iraq. Join us as we explore the most interesting facts of this Middle Eastern country.