Caritas is committed to working for peace that tackles the underlying causes of conflict and allows healing and reconciliation.

In a nation of mixed religions, where Hindus, Christians, Muslims and Buddhists share the same communities, the Caritas work in Sri Lanka often crosses religious lines.

Caritas has created peace groups to bring together people of different origins and religions. Caritas at the UN in Geneva urges the Nairobi government to ensure human rights in the country

Caritas tries to help children express their fears with creative activities such as the making of masks that they can use to take part in role play, which gives a voice to emotions they might otherwise not be able to express.