In the face of disaster impact, women disproportionately bear a severe burden, with mortality rates 14 times higher than men, exacerbating gender inequalities due to caregiving responsibilities and limited decision-making power. Standing at the intersection of resilience and inclusivity, as a commitment towards rectifying these gender imbalances in decision-making and governance in DRR, Caritas India with support of START Network and in technical

Caritas India’s Khushaal Bachpan programme, commemorated the National Science Day, on 28th of February, across the ten districts of Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh This year's thematic resonance echoed the imperative need for "Indigenous Technology for Viksit Bharat," providing a unique platform for children to unleash their creativity and contribute to something extraordinary. In Bastar, the celebration unfolded at Gram

The Khushaal Bachpan, or "Happy Childhood" is an initiative of Caritas India dedicated to enhancing various facets of children’s lives to ensure their happiness and fulfilment. a multi-state cluster programme aims to ensure that children lead a safe, happy and dignified childhood with an enabling environment promoting easy access to their rights. A key cornerstone of the project is "Education,” under which one of the crucial goals is to ensure

The impact of climate change is an undeniable reality, affecting every corner of the globe. However, its repercussions are particularly severe for individuals in low-income nations and those whose livelihoods hinge on specific climate patterns and natural resources—most notably, the world's smallholder farmers. These farmers are already grappling with the tangible consequences of climate change, witnessing the transformation of pastures and croplands

Empowering communities to improve nutrition intake in Northeast India is one of the main components of the Caritas India FARM Northeast program effort to improve food security and sovereignty. Individual farmers often fail to withstand the looming internal and external challenges of agriculture. However, when these farmers come together as a collective, they can shape their future and create a better life. Collectivisation helps in overcoming complex

In a world where an estimated of 1.3 billion people struggle with various forms of disability, a staggering one in six individuals faces the daily challenges of living with impairments. Among them, a majority find themselves marginalized, battling socio-economic adversity, deteriorating health, and the shackles of poverty. Self Hep Groups (SHGs) have been used in the disability sector to engage Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) to build self-reliance

Almost one billion people around the world suffer from hunger at a time when the world can feed everyone. It is one of the biggest global threats to humanity today. Caritas confederation members in line with the targets of the campaign “One Human Family, Food for All” and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are working globally towards the aim to eradicate hunger by 2025. The United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)

In an outstanding display of compassion and shared responsibility, the Lenten season in Kerala commenced with the State Level Launch of the Lenten Campaign, held on February 25, 2024, at Our Lady Dolours Basilica in Thrissur, Kerala. The theme, "Fraternity in Humanity; Together with Everyone," resonated deeply, setting the tone for a period of solemn reflection and spiritual renewal. The launch program, a collaborative effort between the Social Service