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March 31, 2022
Early Diagnosis Saves Lives
At-home medical screenings by teams of doctors and nurses provide immediate care for those with COVID-19 exposure risks.
COVID-19 has spread to more than 220 countries, leading to over 240 million confirmed cases and nearly 5 million deaths worldwide....
July 2, 2021
Support for Gaza Families
CRS cash assistance gave households options, allowing them to select what they needed most during the crisis.
March 2, 2021
CRS Welcomes Pope Francis' Visit to Iraq as a Sign of Hope in a Time of Crisis
The pope is scheduled to visit Iraq March 5-8.More
February 25, 2021
CRS Capacity Overview Disability Inclusion
People with disabilities account for 15 percent of the world’s population — over a billion people. Many face social, economic and cultural barriers that limit their access to full and effective participation in society.
September 4, 2020
Maronite Scouts Assist Beirut After Explosion
Young volunteers are helping to clean up after the August 4 blast that left much of Lebanon’s capital city in ruins.
September 4, 2020
Counseling Beirut’s Traumatized Population
Following the August 4 blast, Caritas committed to raising mental health awareness and reaching those in need of psychological care.
August 28, 2020
Beirut Explosion: A Missed Birthday and a Broken City
After the devastating blast, CRS and partners were able to respond quickly to the sudden damage and loss.
August 6, 2020
CRS and Caritas Respond to the Explosion in Lebanon
Aftermath of explosion will likely make economic crisis, food insecurity worseMore
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 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.
