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Emergency Relief

As the world’s second largest humanitarian network, working in over 160 countries, we stand ready to save lives and uphold human dignity in the wake of devastating international disasters and emergencies.

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Crisis in the Holy Land

Assisting our local partners to deliver urgent aid to those who have been displaced and impacted by recent events.

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Tonga: ‘The most frightening and terrifying event’

Working with our partner Caritas Tonga, we provided sustained support to affected communities.

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Ukraine: The face of hope

Our international network is working on the ground, providing vital food, water, shelter and protection to vulnerable families fleeing the deadly conflict. 

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Türkiye (Turkey) / Syria: A story of hope

Meet Nadia, a mother of two young children, who was displaced by the deadly quake.

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Our network: One global family

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During disaster responses, we work closely with our partner organisations throughout the Caritas Internationalis confederation.

Caritas is there when disasters occur; coordinating local people and supplies to provide an effective and efficient response. 

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