May 6, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

The only thing we really need is work, says Kaasim from Iraq after he fled ISIS

After fleeing ISIS's invasion in the city of Sinjar in the north of Iraq, Kaasim found refuge in Duhok in the Iraqi Kurdistan region, where he has settled with his family. Now, Kaasim faces the challenge of rebuilding his life amidst the difficulties of displacement. Caritas Czech Republic supports Iraqis like Kaasim, offering them essential assistance and opportunities for a better future.

April 17, 2024 News

3 ways how Caritas Czech Republic supports adaptation to climate change in Iraq

Iraq is one of the countries most vulnerable to climate change. The rise in temperatures leads to water scarcity and desertification in the country, which can later trigger food shortages, displacement, and tension within the local society. See how Caritas Czech Republic supports Iraqis in mitigating this challenge.  

March 28, 2024 News

Hanaa expanded her print design business thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

While more than half of Iraq’s population is under 25 years old, these young people suffer from high unemployment due to the country’s instability. In Iraq, Caritas Czech Republic therefore actively promotes youth employability and entrepreneurship. We have also supported 24-year-old Hanaa to expand her print and graphic design business.

March 11, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Mujahed from Iraq reopened his workshop thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

Mujahed is a carpenter who worked in his workshop for fifteen years before he had to flee to Baghdad with his family because of the so-called Islamic state. After returning, he found his workshop destroyed, but thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, he was able to reopen it. Now he can provide for his family and even support other people in need by creating work opportunities.

March 4, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

3 women from Zambia, Iraq and Georgia who are running their own businesses thanks to Caritas Czech Republic

This year, International Women's Day is about investing in women. Particularly in disadvantaged regions, women need support in the beginning to take their lives into their own hands. Laurinda, Rana and Tamar managed to start their own businesses despite obstacles, prejudice and poor economic conditions. Read the inspiring stories of these women who are now standing on their own two feet and providing for their families and communities thanks to the support of Caritas Czech Republic.

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