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Nino Paatashvili started a child development centre from her own home. Today, her centre supports more than 300 children in Georgia
March 28, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Nino Paatashvili started a child development centre from her own home. Today, her centre supports more than 300 children in Georgia

For Autism Awareness Month in April, we interviewed Nino Paatashvili, the director of the Child Development Center in Telavi. The centre in a small town in Georgia has been supporting the development of children since it was established in 2000. Caritas Czech Republic is closely cooperating with the Georgian government to develop state services for children and advocate for children's services that are not established in the region, including services for children with autism.

How is Easter celebrated around the world: From Iraq through Ukraine to Zambia
March 21, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

How is Easter celebrated around the world: From Iraq through Ukraine to Zambia

Did you know that Easter is celebrated in Iraq? And that there's an egg fight in Moldova on Easter Sunday? Or that in Zambia they eat eggplant during this holiday? Our colleagues from different Caritas Czech Republic’s offices across the world share how Easter is celebrated in their countries. For example, by feasting in the cemetery.

Caritas Czech Republic continues to support veterinary services in Georgia
March 11, 2024 News

Caritas Czech Republic continues to support veterinary services in Georgia

Caritas Czech Republic continues to support veterinary services in Georgia. For this purpose, last week, we handed over to the National Food Agency a high-power generator and thermal bags. The generator will be installed in the central office of the National Food Agency in Tbilisi. It will ensure the storage of vaccines and other perishable substances during a power outage, while the thermal bags will be used by the agency's veterinary brigades, which are involved in vaccination and other veterinary services.

6 reasons why women are important in humanitarian aid
March 6, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

6 reasons why women are important in humanitarian aid

Did you know that women make up over 40% of the half of a million humanitarian workers who provide frontline care during emergencies, wars and disasters? There are many reasons why it is essential to acknowledge the work women do in humanitarian aid, from providing emotional support to empowering young girls. Let us show you how women impact the humanitarian field.

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