Caritas India recently conducted a comprehensive Orientation and Capacity Building Program for its partners involved in the SCIAF Project and various forums in Odisha and Jharkhand. Held over two days, from September 30 to October 1, 2024, in Jharsuguda, Odisha, this initiative exemplifies Caritas India's commitment to enhancing the capabilities of local organizations, particularly Diocesan Social Service Societies (DSSS), in critical areas such

In a remarkable culmination of three years of dedicated efforts, Caritas India’s Samvaad Peace Building and Reconciliation Program has successfully concluded its initiatives in Najibabad. The closing ceremony, held at St. Mary's School, was not just a celebration of achievements but also a commitment to fostering an enduring culture of peace, justice, and development within the community. With over a thousand participants, including local stakeholders

In a significant stride towards enhancing child protection in Assam, the Bazaricherra Police Station in Karimganj District has been transformed with the establishment of a Child-Friendly Police Corner. This initiative, inaugurated on September 30, 2024, by Caritas India’s Surokhit Shaishav Program partner, Seva Kendra Silchar, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to create a safer environment for children. The inauguration ceremony was

Like many young men in his village, Jyanto Mandi, a 25-year-old lad from Murakati village of Paschim Medinipur district in West Benga once sought a better life beyond the confines of his rural home. He ventured to Tamil Nadu in search of employment, but the reality of migrant labor was harsh. After a year filled with long hours and minimal pay, he returned home, grappling with the dilemma of whether to pursue the uncertainties of migration again

In the face of the devastating landslides that struck Wayanad, Kerala, on August 13, 2024, Caritas India sprang into action with the support of the START Network, providing critical relief to the affected communities. Over the course of 45 days, the project successfully concluded on September 24, delivering essential support to families who lost their homes and livelihoods due to the disaster. The landslides caused widespread destruction, resulting

As the Samvaad peacebuilding and reconciliation program draws to a close, Caritas India celebrated its achievements with a series of vibrant events that not only highlighted the program's impact but also set the stage for ongoing community engagement in peace efforts. This week’s culmination coincided with the International Day of Peace on September 21, 2024, where the theme "Cultivating a Culture of Peace" resonated throughout the activities organized

In a significant step towards ensuring the safety and dignity of vulnerable populations, Caritas India recently concluded a vital phase of its SAFE (Safety for Everyone) program. This initiative aims to build robust safeguarding policies and systems at every level of operation, reinforcing the organization's commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and harm. The recent accompaniment visit to Navjeevan Charitable Society

Thirty religious congregation members of the AMRAT Network from the Delhi region have shown a keen interest in gaining skills and knowledge to develop result-based innovative projects. This request was honored by Caritas India, the resource partner of the Arise Foundation, to capacitate the network members on Project Cycle Management (PCM) at Jeevandhara, SD Provincialiate House in Ghaziabad on September 21-22, 2024. The enthusiasm among network