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When I work, I forget about bad thoughts, says Yulia from Lysychansk, Ukraine, who found safe shelter in a modular house built by Caritas Czech Republic in Mukachevo
February 20, 2024 News

When I work, I forget about bad thoughts, says Yulia from Lysychansk, Ukraine, who found safe shelter in a modular house built by Caritas Czech Republic in Mukachevo

Western Ukraine has become a safe place for people fleeing from Russian military aggression against Ukraine. Julia and her elderly mother arrived here in the spring of 2022 after their hometown Lysychansk was attacked by the Russian army. They cannot go back because the city is occupied. Thanks to Caritas Czech Republic, Yulia found safe accommodation and now works at local sewing factory. 
 

Two years of our help to Ukraine: How Caritas Czech Republic supports the affected people
February 6, 2024 News

Two years of our help to Ukraine: How Caritas Czech Republic supports the affected people

It has been two years since the Russian invasion of Ukraine and escalation of the war.  During this time, the situation remains challenging both on the battlefield and in the living conditions of Ukrainians. Russian missiles and drones continue to target various settlements in Ukraine, while Ukrainians persist in fighting for their land or seeking refuge from the war. Caritas Czech Republic has been assisting affected Ukrainians since the beginning of the conflict, providing support both within Ukraine and abroad. 

Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: Working in a humanitarian organisation is my way to help people who remain in Ukraine, says Nataliia Kozachuk, country programme coordinator for Ukraine
February 1, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: Working in a humanitarian organisation is my way to help people who remain in Ukraine, says Nataliia Kozachuk, country programme coordinator for Ukraine

Would you like to know more about Caritas Czech Republic? We have launched a series of interviews with our colleagues who will tell you more about our work across the world. Meet Nataliia Kozachuk, the country programme coordinator for Ukraine.

Caritas Czech Republic is providing winter assistance to war-affected regions in Southern Ukraine
January 10, 2024 News

Caritas Czech Republic is providing winter assistance to war-affected regions in Southern Ukraine

Residents of the southern regions of Ukraine went through harrowing times during armed conflicts and Russian occupation. While a significant part of the Kherson and Mykolaiv regions has been liberated, the front line remains close. Despite ongoing dangers, people are trying to rebuild their homes after destruction and looting. We assisted them in preparing their homes for the cold and addressing other winter needs. 

Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine in 2023
January 4, 2024 News

Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine in 2023

As the war is going on, people in Ukraine continue to lose loved ones, homes, possessions, jobs, physical, and mental well-being. To keep the most valuable – life - many are forced to flee the war. Within Ukraine, western regions have become safe places for many residents of frontline areas. In 2023, Caritas Czech Republic in Ukraine focused on providing decent living conditions for internally displaced persons and extended assistance to communities in the affected south regions.