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February 12, 2016
CRS Applauds New Syrian Peace Agreement
CRS urges that the agreement be implimented as quickly as possible.More
February 11, 2016
Understanding Syrian Refugees, One Story at a Time
CRS Global Fellow shares his story on his recent trip to the Balkans to meet refugees.More
February 8, 2016
CRS Responding to Growing Number of Syrian Refugees in Southern Turkey
CRS is coordinating with the Turkish government to respond to their immediate needs.More
February 4, 2016
CRS Applauds Administration for Continued Support of Syrian Refugees
The Obama administration pledges $600 million in additional funds for Syrian refugees.More
January 28, 2016
The Science Of Climate Change
Here are links to two reader-friendly overviews about the science of climate change:
A Catholic Perspective on Climate Change
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January 21, 2016
An appeal to end the suffering in Syria
CRS joins more than 120 humanitarian organizations and United Nations agencies in a joint appeal today urging the world to raise their voices and call for an end to the Syria crisis.More
January 20, 2016
Oil Price Plunge Affecting Displaced in Iraq as Winter Bears Down
The worldwide plunge in oil prices is reducing support for the millions of displaced in Iraq whose needs are only growing.More
December 17, 2015
CRS Ramps Up Refugee Response in Europe
CRS will provide assistance to 300,000 transiting refugees and economic migrants.More
December 16, 2015
Syrian Refugees Find Room at the Inn
Across Europe, the Catholic Church is assisting thousands of refugees who are fleeing their homelands in search of a better life.
December 10, 2015
Caritas Jordan Volunteers Double Down on Dedication
Twins Diana and Dana Khzouz are just 2 of more than 1,500 Caritas Jordan volunteers devoting their time to helping those in need. Catholic Relief Services has supported the volunteer program since it began in 2001. In recent years, the program has helped CRS and Caritas respond to the Iraqi and Syrian refugee crises.
