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Irena Kara from Caritas Czech Republic: Even two years after the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria, impacts are still visible
February 5, 2025 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Irena Kara from Caritas Czech Republic: Even two years after the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria, impacts are still visible

It has been exactly two years since one of the most devastating earthquakes in modern history struck southeastern Turkey and northern Syria. Nearly 60,000 people lost their lives, and millions saw their lives turned upside down. How was the immediate aid carried out? How have people managed to cope with the disaster? We spoke with Irena Kara, our colleague in Turkey, about the current situation in the affected areas.
We have been living two kilometres from the frontline for ten years: Interview with Mohammad Hafed from Caritas Czech Republic on the escalation of fighting and the humanitarian crisis in Syria
December 4, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

We have been living two kilometres from the frontline for ten years: Interview with Mohammad Hafed from Caritas Czech Republic on the escalation of fighting and the humanitarian crisis in Syria

Northwest Syria is facing yet another severe crisis. Renewed fighting and ongoing violence are affecting people who have been struggling to survive in nearly unimaginable conditions for years. After 13 years of war, Syria's critical infrastructure and essential services are on the brink of collapse. We spoke with Mohammad Hafed, our colleague in Syria, about the current situation, daily life near the frontline, and Caritas Czech Republic's humanitarian efforts.
The Caritas Award is proof that I do my job well, says Evžen Diviš from Caritas Czech Republic
December 4, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

The Caritas Award is proof that I do my job well, says Evžen Diviš from Caritas Czech Republic

Evžen Diviš has been working at Caritas Czech Republic for over 15 years. In this interview, he reveals what the role of a regional manager in the Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation Department entails and shares some of the most profound experiences from his work-related travels. What does Evžen Diviš love most about his job? How does he cope with stress? And what does he see as the greatest challenges in providing humanitarian aid? 
One year after the earthquake in Turkey and Syria: People are still trying to cope with the trauma, says Irena Menšíková from Caritas Czech Republic
February 5, 2024 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

One year after the earthquake in Turkey and Syria: People are still trying to cope with the trauma, says Irena Menšíková from Caritas Czech Republic

One year has passed since the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria. It was a massive disaster from which, in particular, the affected areas are still recovering. The people affected by the earthquake are still dealing with the tragic consequences today. What is the situation in Turkey like one year on from the disaster? We talked to Irena Menšíková, Caritas Czech Republic employee, who has lived in the country for a long time.
Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: Anna Čaňová worked for years in the Middle East. Today, she helps from Prague
September 27, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Behind the scenes of Caritas Czech Republic: Anna Čaňová worked for years in the Middle East. Today, she helps from Prague

Would you like to know more about the Humanitarian Aid and Development Cooperation department in Caritas Czech Republic? We launched a series of interviews with our colleagues, who will tell you more about our work across the world. This time we interviewed Anna Čaňová, our finance coordinator for the Middle East.
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