Brave women need your support
Become a Champion for Change by giving a monthly gift to support long-term food security, water, and education programs that support women like Talaso to thrive.
Brave women need your support
Become a Champion for Change by giving a monthly gift to support long-term food security, water, and education programs that support women like Talaso to thrive.
Urgent need for assistance in Sudan
More than 9 million people have been forced from their homes with 25 million people in need of acute humanitarian assistance.
Humanitarian crisis in Gaza
People in Gaza are in urgent need of humanitarian aid. Your support is needed now to help provide immediate basic needs.
Two years of war in Ukraine
14.6 million people need humanitarian assistance as the 24th of February marks the two-year anniversary of the start of the conflict.
60 years of compassion in action
Caritas Australia, our partners and our community of committed supporters celebrate 60 years of walking alongside the world's most vulnerable communities to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity.
Be their partner in recovery, their partner in compassion
In the face of adversity - of conflict, of hunger, of disease, of crisis, or natural disaster - people do not lose their capability. They lose their resources, their connections, their voice and their ability to create meaningful, enduring change for themselves. You can be there for these people, standing alongside them in empathy and understanding, putting your compassion into action by helping provide access to what they have lost, helping them build a better future.
You can be a partner in their solution. A partner in compassion.
Priscilla's Story
Climate change continues to bring unprecedented challenges for people living in the most vulnerable and remote communities in Zimbabwe. Priscilla learnt conservation farming skills to grow drought-resistant crops and started poultry farming to support her family during the current food crisis.
Laxmi's story
After losing her father at a young age, Laxmi was at risk of falling further into extreme poverty. But with the support of our partner Caritas Nepal, Laxmi joined a child's club, became a leader in her school and is now a mentor to other girls in her village.
Shaniella's Story
Shaniella from the Solomon Islands was determined to forge a path out of poverty, moving away to a rural vocational school. With your support, she was able to overcome the challenges of natural disasters, and gain the skills she needs to create a brighter future for herself.
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18 Apr 24
You may have heard the term “polycrisis” being thrown around lately as people try to make sense of the many issues and problems the world currently faces. It’s ok if you’re not sure of the meaning of polycrisis, as it has only recently started to be used broadly. Here we will try to define it, look at some examples, and look at what can be done to address it.
Civil conflict in Sudan: One year on
15 Apr 24
A year ago today, civil conflict broke out between armed militias in Sudan with the two sides still battling for power, much at the expense of civilians.
Empowering Communities: Caritas Australia's Impact in Zimbabwe
11 Apr 24
In the heart of Zimbabwe, many in the community are grappling with hyperinflation, widespread poverty, and political unrest. Chronic malnutrition, exacerbated by food shortages, a struggling healthcare system, and heightened rates of HIV infection plague the nation. All of these factors are what have pushed nearly half of Zimbabwe’s population of 7.9 million people into extreme poverty.
Making a Difference from the Ground Up: Caritas Australia's Response to the Pope's Urgent Environmental Call
09 Apr 24
Earlier today, Caritas Australia launched its much-anticipated Laudato Si’ Action Plan in response to the Pope’s Laudato Si' encyclical issued in May 2015.
Action on climate change
The impact of climate change on our neighbours in the Pacific is extreme. Our voices, together, can persuade governments and polluters to take action to achieve climate justice and protect our common home.
Your Compassion in Action
Read about the impact that your support achieves. Inspiring stories of strength, resilience and change, that are made possible with your support and generosity.
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Whether it's getting active or hosting an event there are many ways that you can raise funds to support people in vulnerable communities.
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