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Project Compassion supports Indigenous ‘Young Mums and Bubs’ group
Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion this week highlights the work of Baabayn Aboriginal Corporation’s Young Mums and Bubs Group, which supports women with practical support and mentoring.
St Vincent de Paul Society installs new leader
Mark Gaetani was officially inducted as the St Vincent de Paul Society’s 18th national council president by Canberra-Goulburn Archbishop Christopher Prowse at St Christopher’s Cathedral in Canberra last weekend. Source: Catholic Voice.
Project Compassion helps Priscilla beat drought
Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion campaign introduces us this week to Priscilla from Zimbabwe, who is using her conservation farming skills to grow drought-resistant crops and farm poultry to support her family during the current food crisis.
Caritas helps Vietnamese farmer learn new skills
Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion campaign this week introduces Thu from Vietnam, who has learnt essential skills through a program supported by the charity.
Caritas raises $1m for earthquake victims in Türkiye and Syria
Caritas Australia has raised more than $1 million to help people in need following the catastrophic February 6 earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria.
Caritas and Jesuit Mission continue support for Ukraine
Australian Catholic charities Caritas Australia and Jesuit Mission have reflected on the devastation and humanitarian toll on Ukraine on the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion.
Caritas welcomes Government’s $33m commitment to humanitarian aid
Caritas Australia has welcomed the Albanese Government’s announcement it will contribute an additional $25 million to help address food insecurity in the Horn of Africa, Yemen and Pakistan, and a further $8 million for earthquake assistance in Türkiye and Syria.
Charities welcome Government’s move to cut red tape
The Albanese Government is moving to install consistent fundraising rules across the country, after an agreement was reached between the Commonwealth, state and territory treasurers late last year. Source: Pro Bono News.
Pope sends thermal shirts to earthquake victims
Pope Francis sent 10,000 thermal shirts to earthquake victims in Türkiye and Syria, where millions are sleeping outdoors in sub-zero temperatures. Source: NCR Online.