Climate Change

OCEANIA, CARITAS SHED LIGHT ON SOCIAL AND ECOLOGICAL INJUSTICES THROUGH THE CREATIVE ARTS

OCEANIA, CARITAS SHED LIGHT ON SOCIAL AND ECOLOGICAL INJUSTICES THROUGH THE CREATIVE ARTS

The rhythms and balance of nature are weaved into the daily lives and identities of the people of Oceania. Consequently, environmental degradation caused by climate change, severe weather events or exploitative practises by companies negatively affect the balance of nature and, more significantly, thousands of families and communities living and working in the Pacific Islands. ...

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COMMUNITIES IN ECUADOR PROTEST DESTRUCTION OF LIFE AND BIODIVERSITY BY INDUSTRIES

COMMUNITIES IN ECUADOR PROTEST DESTRUCTION OF LIFE AND BIODIVERSITY BY INDUSTRIES

Ecuador is one of the most biodiverse places in the world. From the Amazon rainforest, Andean highlands, coastal mangroves to the cloud forests. It harbours more than two thirds of the world’s biodiversity. At the same time, there are several problems associated with the violation on human rights of the communities that inhabit all these ...

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CARITAS TO ‘PLANT A TREE’ AS A SIGN OF UNITY TO MARK ONE YEAR SINCE LAUNCH OF  GLOBAL ‘TOGETHER WE’ CAMPAIGN TO PROMOTE INTEGRAL ECOLOGY

CARITAS TO ‘PLANT A TREE’ AS A SIGN OF UNITY TO MARK ONE YEAR SINCE LAUNCH OF GLOBAL ‘TOGETHER WE’ CAMPAIGN TO PROMOTE INTEGRAL ECOLOGY

From 13-19 October 2022, Caritas Internationalis will celebrate its Global Awareness Week to mark nearly year since the launch of its 3-year global Together We campaign on 13 December in 2021. Inspired by Pope Francis’ invitation to foster ‘integral ecology’ in our world, this campaign aims to bring people together to carry out new actions ...

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World Food Day: Caritas Internationalis urges to address ‘food injustice’ by supporting small-scale agriculture

World Food Day: Caritas Internationalis urges to address ‘food injustice’ by supporting small-scale agriculture

The only way to fight the current severe food crisis is to address the “food injustice” that stems from a lack of concern for the poorest and the most vulnerable and care for our common home. On World Food Day 2022, which occurs on 16 October, Caritas Internationalis calls national governments, international institutions, and the ...

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HURRICANE IAN AFTERNMATH LEAVES MILLIONS OF CUBANS WITHOUT FOOD, WATER AND ELECTRICITY

HURRICANE IAN AFTERNMATH LEAVES MILLIONS OF CUBANS WITHOUT FOOD, WATER AND ELECTRICITY

One week since Hurricane Ian crossed the western part of Cuba, thousands of people are left without electricity, adequate food, water and communication services due to widespread damage to housing, infrastructure and the agricultural sector in the provinces of Pinar del Rio, Artemisa, Mayabeque and Havana. At least 36,700 homes in the hurricane-affected regions have ...

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WORST DROUGHT IN 40 YEARS AFFECTING MILLIONS OF LIVES IN SOMALIA AS FOOD SECURITY CRISIS ESCALATES

WORST DROUGHT IN 40 YEARS AFFECTING MILLIONS OF LIVES IN SOMALIA AS FOOD SECURITY CRISIS ESCALATES

Nearly 7.8 million people in Somalia have been affected by the worst drought experienced by the country in over 40 years. Currently, over 1.1 million people are displaced and, by the end of this year, approximately 6.7 million people across Somalia are expected to face high levels of acute food insecurity. Caritas Somalia, in collaboration ...

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CARITAS INTERNATIONALIS URGES IMMEDIATE ACTION TO ADDRESS THE SEVERE DROUGHT AND FOOD INSECURITY IN THE HORN OF AFRICA AND IN THE SAHEL

CARITAS INTERNATIONALIS URGES IMMEDIATE ACTION TO ADDRESS THE SEVERE DROUGHT AND FOOD INSECURITY IN THE HORN OF AFRICA AND IN THE SAHEL

With the close of the 50th Session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva this month, Caritas Internationalis is urging international and local leaders to take action in responding to the severe food insecurity in the Horn of Africa and the Sahel regions. The right to food is a basic human right and the implementation ...

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CARITAS ON THE GROUND IN PAKISTAN TO SUPPORT COMMUNITIES AFFECTED BY RECORD-BREAKING MONSOON RAINS

CARITAS ON THE GROUND IN PAKISTAN TO SUPPORT COMMUNITIES AFFECTED BY RECORD-BREAKING MONSOON RAINS

Caritas is working alongside the Pakistan Goverment in supporting communities affected by the heavy monsoon rains and flash flooding, particularly in Karachi and Balochistan. Over 150 people have died, and over 160 injured, as a result of flash flooding in the country and these numbers are expected to rise. In Balochistan and Sindh, torrential rainfall ...

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URGENT ACTION NEEDED TO ADDRESS THE SEVERE DROUGHT AND FOOD INSECURITY IN THE HORN OF AFRICA AND IN THE SAHEL

URGENT ACTION NEEDED TO ADDRESS THE SEVERE DROUGHT AND FOOD INSECURITY IN THE HORN OF AFRICA AND IN THE SAHEL

In the face of multiple crisis, the suffering of people in the Horn of Africa and Sahel regions is not to be forgotten. The international community and countries in the region must respond immediately to avert a full-scale food and nutrition emergency and save lives. As the 50 th Session of the Human Rights Council ...

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COP26, Caritas Internationalis calls on political leaders to adopt pro-poor climate policies

COP26, Caritas Internationalis calls on political leaders to adopt pro-poor climate policies

On the occasion of the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference, opening today, 31 October, in Glasgow, Caritas Internationalis asks governments to adopt policies that ensure environmental care and social justice. The Confederation’s 162 Caritas members – some of whom will be present at COP26 – operate around the world and are at the forefront ...

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