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Literacy Leads to Self-Sufficiency in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Communities set their own priorities to improve their lives with support from CRS and USAID.More
Education for Refugees in Egypt
A CRS program helps teen refugees gain study and life skills while they complete their schooling.More
Rebuilding Schools and Futures in Iraq
CRS renovated a school destroyed by militants who drove off residents and disrupted lives.More
Youth: A Force of Positive Change in Our World
Around the world, young people are standing in solidarity for what they believe in—justice, peace, unity, safety and opportunity. Pope Francis invites us to recognize the joyful power of young people and to support our youth to become the force for positive change in our world.More
Empowering Women: A Day in the Life of an Ethiopian Girl
CRS is educating Ethiopian girls. Follow along for a day with Zeineba Wado Markato, an Ethiopian 7th grader. Catholic Relief Services is working with the Church and local partners to provide Ethiopian girls like Zeineba opportunities to break through barriers and reach their full potential.More
Lesotho's Pathway Out of Poverty Starts Early
CRS and our Catholic partners lead the way with preschool education that benefits children and gives working parents peace of mind.More
The Effects of Climate Change in Zimbabwe
Climate change is affecting the most vulnerable in Zimbabwe. But while it’s strong, there’s something more powerful: the voices and the will of the people of Zimbabwe who want change and are working hard to make it, despite obstacles. This is their story.More
The Impact of Climate Change on Education: Pamhy's Story
Over the last decade, Zimbabwe has experienced a number of economic, environmental and political stresses. Poverty, food insecurity, malnutrition and environmental degradation are serious concerns in Zimbabwe, and will continue to be challenges because of the effects of climate change.More