In the picturesque region of Alleppey in Kerala, a group of 15 young and passionate individuals decided to channel their energy towards creating a positive impact on their society. These remarkable young minds frequently gathered to brainstorm ways to serve their community. However, their collective conscience couldn't ignore the pressing issue of drug abuse and addiction that was afflicting their beloved Kerala, especially the younger generation.

Child development is a universal concern, transcending boundaries and borders. Every child, regardless of their geographical location, deserves the best opportunities for growth and protection of their rights. It's with this profound belief in mind Caritas India is committed to strengthening its partners and emphasizing organizational capacity building. A significant facet of this endeavour is the promotion of cross-organizational learning, where

In a mission to transform traditional farming practices and champion the cause of organic natural farming, Caritas India's Ujjwala U3 program has been working closely with farmers to spread awareness. One of its dedicated partner organizations, DAHPS Adilabad, recently organized a three-day workshop on Natural Farming with the support of Caritas India and Misereor from 12-14 September 2023. This workshop saw the active participation of program directors,

Caritas India's Project Khushaal Bachpan celebrated International Literacy Day 2023 with the aim of highlighting the significance of literacy for individuals and communities in general. This year's International Literacy Day, celebrated worldwide, revolved around the theme "Promoting literacy for a world in transition: Building the foundation for sustainable and peaceful societies." Building further from the set discourse on literacy, Khushaal Bachpan

In an era where the scourge of drug abuse and addiction continues to cast a dark shadow over the lives of countless individuals, particularly our youth, the Santhwanam social work department of Thrissur Archdiocese in Kerala, in collaboration with Caritas India, the official social development arm of the Catholic Church in India, offers its "Root-treat" programme. This initiative, an integral part of the Sajeevam anti-drug campaign, is dedicated

India's climate landscape is evolving at an alarming pace, with climate change wreaking havoc on communities across the nation. In 2015, India stood fourth among the countries most affected by climate change, an alarming reality for a nation housing 17% of the world's population. The statistics are daunting - India generates approximately 3 gigatonnes (Gt) CO2eq of greenhouse gases annually, with each citizen responsible for nearly two and a half

In pockets of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, where the Korku tribes have long grappled with chronic malnutrition, the Caritas India SABAL program is proving how obstacles can be transformed into opportunities. With steadfast dedication, Sabal is working on a mission mode to combat hunger, malnutrition, and undernourishment within these communities to reshape lives. The Sabal program has its presence across 102 villages in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra,

In an inspiring demonstration of their commitment to promoting inclusivity and empowerment, the Caritas India Community-Based Rehabilitation program recently conducted a three-day capacity-building workshop for 15 dedicated Programme Extension Associates (PEAs) hailing from the Northeast region. The event, held from September 12 to September 14, 2023, at the NEDSS in Guwahati, aimed to equip these associates with the knowledge and skills necessary