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“...And this faith has given us strength all this time”
That August morning in 2022, a black line divided the lives of Natalia and her son Mykhailo in Kharkiv into “before” and “after.”
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Stories of evacuation from the Pokrovsky district by the Caritas-Spes Sloviansk…
The streets of peaceful countries are already filled with bright decorations, the aromas of gingerbread cookies, and Christmas melodies. Meanwhile, in Pokrovsk, where Mykola Leontovych composed his Carol of the Bells, and its surroundings,…
read more“I dream that Maria will start walking...”
The hard struggle for her daughter's health has been going on for ten years, since she was born, says Lesia from the village of Potyelići near Rava Ruska. What gives the family strength to overcome daily difficulties, strengthens their…
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Caritas-Spes provides financial assistance for winter preparation as part of…
The Religious Mission Caritas-Spes Ukraine started preparing Ukrainians in frontline areas for the cold season several months ago.
read moreRocket Attack in Bilozirka, Kherson Region: Social Worker Injured
On October 16, 2024, at 5:55 PM, the village of Bilozirka, Kherson region, was hit by a rocket attack, causing tragic consequences. As a result, social worker Galyna from "Caritas-Spes-Odessa" was injured.
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«When we look up at the sky, I point to a star: “Your daddy is there, he is…
In September 2023, during the Russian “Shahed” attack on Lviv, when, among other things, warehouses with Caritas-Spes humanitarian aid were destroyed, Petro Burban, a father of three, was killed. The memory of him and the good he gave, as…
read more“What gave us strength during the occupation? Children. They are our greatest…
A family of internally displaced persons from Kupiansk dreams of peace, their own home, and a meeting with Polish families who supported them in their time of need after the victory
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Psychological crisis and ways to overcome it: training for specialists of…
Our lives are full of stress. War, loss, destruction, a constant stream of disturbing news. People need support, especially psychological support, to overcome their fears, despair, uncertainty, and to solve problems in family relationships.
read moreCaritas-Spes express condolences and gratitude to our colleagues
The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation carried out one of the largest attacks on the Sumy region, specifically targeting the city of Konotop with Iranian Shahed drones.
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Caritas-SPES social worker was injured during the missile attack on Pavlohrad
The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation fired a missile at the city of Pavlohrad. Iryna, Social worker Caritas - SPES, was injured during this terrible attack. She was diagnosed with a broken rib and other possible injuries, which are…
read more“When it seemed that the despair was endless, your support gave us strength and…
They lived on the very border with Russia, and the war literally burst into their home at dawn on February 24, 2022. Read about the long and painful journey “from home to home,” about dreams, regrets, and hopes, and how the support from…
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Cash from the Emergency Appeal is vital support for frontline areas
When war knocks on your door, any plans and dreams are packed into an emergency bag along with essential items, and uncertainty and insecurity about the future become constant reminders.
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