News and Stories: Middle East & North Africa
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April 20, 2020
Coronavirus Could Be Last-Straw Disaster for Millions Facing Hunger Around the World
COVID-19 pushing millions, already battling crises, to the brink of food crisisMore
January 24, 2020
Better Health and Safety for Families in Gaza
“I had no kitchen to prepare food, and my daughters were always dirty from sleeping on the ground. Now, I feel very comfortable.”
–Rana Seyam
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January 5, 2020
7 Things You May Not Know About Human Trafficking, And 3 Ways To Help
https://gifts.crs.org/give-opportunity/welcome-kit-trafficking-survivors?ms=agicrs0220gic00btn34Learn the facts about human trafficking: how it is caused, where it happens, and how you can help stop human trafficking by supporting CRS.
October 28, 2019
Repairing War-Damaged Homes in Iraq
Families return home to find CRS waiting with grants to help speed the recovery process.
July 9, 2019
Education for Refugees in Egypt
A CRS program helps teen refugees gain study and life skills while they complete their schooling.
June 25, 2019
Rebuilding Schools and Futures in Iraq
CRS renovated a school destroyed by militants who drove off residents and disrupted lives.
June 25, 2019
Empowering Syrian Women Refugees
Livelihoods grants and training help refugees build businesses.
May 15, 2019
Tuition for Refugees in Egypt
CRS provides grants to help refugees earn college degrees.
May 8, 2019
Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza Continues to Grow After Weekend of Deadly Violence
CRS calls for US funding for crisis in Gaza to be reinstated while ceasefire holdsMore
April 16, 2019
Catholic Relief Services Issues Statement in Support of Senate Resolution 171, Calling for a Restoration of Funds in the West Bank and Gaza
CRS and 17 other organizations support the Senate’s call for distribution of funds to West BankMore
