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CAFOD welcomes UK commitment to EITI, but binding transparency rules remain the top priority for G8

CAFOD has welcomed the UK’s decision to work towards the voluntary Extractives Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI).
But the Prime Minister must now push ahead with swift legal implementation of Europe-wide Directives on accountancy and transparency, and use his leadership of the G8 to urge other major countries to adopt mandatory reporting standards.


WATCH: Why June 8 is so important

June 8 is one of the most important dates in this year’s calendar – but why? Watch our short animation to find out why we need your support at the G8 Rally in London.


Syria: escaping the nightmare

With thousands of refugees fleeing Syria every day, your donations are helping local Church organisations to provide desperately needed aid.


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Caritas helping those forced to flee in Congo
Fighting near Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo’s largest city, has killed at least 20 people since Monday and ended an uneasy six-month calm between the army and fighters from the M23 rebel group. On the evening of Tuesday, six … Continue reading
Central Africa Republic slides into chaos
Read in French Cases of arbitrary killings, robberies, looting and abductions have been reported throughout Central African Republic since Seleka rebel forces seized power in March. “I saw a man walking down the street. Armed men called out to him. … Continue reading
Caritas Jerusalem waves goodbye to inspirational leader
On the 24th of April 2013, Catholic Bishops of Jerusalem organised a farewell gathering in the courtyard of Notre Dame Centre to honour Mrs. Claudette Habesch for her 26 years of loyal and dedicated service to Caritas Jerusalem as Secretary General. His … Continue reading


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