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https://www.caritas.org.au/about/what-is-caritas/our-principles/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7UnKjxFCas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AaNEzAonBWk

https://www.caritas.org.au/news/blog/celebrating-60-years-of-impact/

https://www.caritas.org.au/news/blog/project-compassion-an-australian-icon/?category=Organisational+news

https://www.caritas.org/who-we-are/caritas-is-church/#:~:text=Caritas%20shares%20the%20mission%20of,causes%20of%20poverty%20and%20conflict.

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/caritas

Catholic News Service - https://www.catholicnews.com/

Search for "Caritas" on this site to find articles from a Catholic perspective on global issues and Caritas’ involvement.

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Chiquito in his farm in Timor Leste. Photo: Tim Lam/Caritas Australia

Children and families in Timor-Leste are going hungry - but you can help. Make a tax-deductible donation to help make making hunger history.

Children and families in Timor-Leste are going hungry - but you can help. Make a tax-deductible donation to help make making hunger history.

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Laxmi looks out from a suspension bridge next to her home in Jajarkot district, western Nepal. Photo: Richard Wainwright/Caritas Australia

60 years of compassion in action

Caritas Australia, our partners and our community of committed supporters celebrate 60 years of walking alongside the world's most vulnerable communities to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity.

Be their partner in recovery, their partner in compassion

In the face of adversity - of conflict, of hunger, of disease, of crisis, or natural disaster - people do not lose their capability. They lose their resources, their connections, their voice and their ability to create meaningful, enduring change for themselves. You can be there for these people, standing alongside them in empathy and understanding, putting your compassion into action by helping provide access to what they have lost, helping them build a better future.

You can be a partner in their solution. A partner in compassion.

25 Jun 24

My name is Serena, and as a Content Marketing Specialist at Caritas Australia, I had the privilege to recently travel to Vietnam with the Content Marketing Manager, Tim. As my first content collection trip, I wanted to share my reflections on our time overseas filming and collecting images for next year's Project Compassion campaign.

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20 Jun 24

Aurora and Mark from the content and communication teams visit Bangladesh in May for a content collection trip. Trips like these are a vital way for us to share stories from the field with our generous community of supporters.

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19 Jun 24

Aurora and Mark from the content and communication teams visited Bangladesh in May for a content collection trip. Trips like these are a vital way for us to share stories from the field with our generous community of supporters.

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14 Jun 24

As the end of the financial year approaches, many of us find ourselves looking at ways to maximise our tax returns while also contributing to causes close to our hearts.

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Impacts of climate change on the coast in Tonga. Photo: Caritas Australia

Action on climate change

The impact of climate change on our neighbours in the Pacific is extreme. Our voices, together, can persuade governments and polluters to take action to achieve climate justice and protect our common home.

Your Compassion in Action

Read about the impact that your support achieves. Inspiring stories of strength, resilience and change, that are made possible with your support and generosity.
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Your Compassion in Action Autumn 2024 edition.

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Compassion in Action

For 60 years, Caritas Australia has been working with vulnerable communities around the world to forge a path out of poverty.

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Caritas Australia | Donate to Caritas Australia

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Caritas Australia works with the most vulnerable communities to eradicate poverty and injustice. We are an Australian Charity and international aid and development agency of the Australian Catholic Church.

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Here are three key facts about what Caritas does as an organisation:

1. Global Humanitarian Aid and Development:

Caritas operates in over 200 countries and territories worldwide, providing emergency relief during disasters, supporting long-term development programs, and advocating for social justice. Their work includes providing food, clean water, shelter, education, and healthcare to vulnerable communities.

2. Focus on Integral Human Development:

Caritas emphasises "integral human development," which means they work to improve not only the physical well-being of people but also their social, economic, and spiritual well-being. This holistic approach helps communities become self-sufficient and resilient.

3. Advocacy for Social Justice:

Caritas actively engages in advocacy efforts to address the root causes of poverty and injustice. They work on issues like climate change, human rights, migration, and peacebuilding, often partnering with local communities, governments, and international organisations to promote policies that protect and uplift the most marginalised.

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Caritas is the official aid and development agency of the Catholic Church, working globally to provide humanitarian aid and support. The Church supports Caritas through its vast network, mobilising resources, volunteers, and advocacy efforts. Together, they address poverty, injustice, and crises, guided by Catholic social teaching and values.

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Event/Period:

During the initial response to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.

Analysis:

What Happened: The rapid onset of the pandemic overwhelmed global health and humanitarian systems, including Caritas. The Church, although supportive, faced delays in mobilising resources and coordinating efforts across its global network, which limited the speed and effectiveness of the response.

How It Could Have Been Improved: The Church could have better supported Caritas by enhancing its crisis preparedness, improving communication and coordination channels, and mobilising resources more rapidly. Establishing pre-agreed contingency plans for emergencies might have mitigated the delays and increased the effectiveness of the aid delivered.

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Caritas' work is deeply rooted in Catholic social teaching, which emphasises the dignity of every human person and the preferential option for the poor. This faith-based approach guides their mission to alleviate poverty and injustice worldwide.

Faith Principle:

Catholic Social Teaching - The belief in the inherent dignity of every person and the moral responsibility to care for those who are most vulnerable.

Motivation:

Caritas is motivated by the teachings of Jesus Christ, particularly the call to love and serve the poor, as well as the Church’s mission to embody God’s love through charitable actions. This drives their commitment to providing aid and advocating for social justice.

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Summary

Caritas is a Catholic humanitarian organisation dedicated to addressing global poverty and injustice. Operating in over 200 countries, Caritas provides emergency relief, supports long-term development, and advocates for social justice, with a strong emphasis on the dignity of every human person. Caritas works closely with the Catholic Church, leveraging its global network to mobilise resources and support vulnerable communities. Guided by Catholic social teaching, Caritas' mission is motivated by the principles of compassion, love, and the preferential option for the poor, reflecting the teachings of Jesus Christ. In response to global challenges, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, Caritas has faced difficulties in resource mobilisation but continues to strive for effective and compassionate support. By emphasising faith-driven service, Caritas remains committed to making a significant impact in the lives of those in need, embodying the Church's call to love and serve the poor.

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Clarity: Ensure your points are clear and well-organised. Practice your speech to make sure it flows smoothly.

Confidence: Practice speaking clearly, at a moderate pace, and with confidence. The more you rehearse, the more comfortable you will feel.

Eye Contact: Make eye contact with your audience to engage them and maintain their interest. This helps create a connection and makes your presentation more impactful.

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What am I asking you to do?

1. Research

Definition: To investigate systematically.

Description: You are being asked to gather detailed information about a selected Christian charity, including key facts, the charity-church relationship, and faith motivation.

2. Identify

Definition: To recognise and name.

Description: You are being asked to identify key facts about the work the charity does, as well as moments when the church could have better supported the charity.

3. Explain

Definition: To make something clear by describing it in more detail.

Description: You are being asked to explain how the charity and the church work together and how the charity’s faith underpins its mission.

4. Analyse

Definition: To examine in detail the structure of something.

Description: You are being asked to analyse the effectiveness of the church's support for the charity and evaluate how well the charity's faith drives its work.

5. Evaluate

Definition: To judge or determine the significance, worth, or quality of something.

Description: You are being asked to evaluate a situation where the church could have provided better support to the charity, offering suggestions for improvement.

6. Summarise

Definition: To give a brief statement of the main points.

Description: You are being asked to summarise your research findings in a 150-word written summary, highlighting the essential aspects of the charity’s work, church relationship, and faith motivation.

7. Connect

Definition: To link or associate two or more ideas.

Description: You are being asked to connect the charity’s faith principles to its motivation and actions in your research and presentations.

8. Present

Definition: To deliver information or a speech to an audience.

Description: You are being asked to prepare and present your findings in an oral presentation, focusing on clarity, confidence, and engagement with the audience.

9. Practise

Definition: To perform an activity repeatedly or regularly in order to improve.

Description: You are being asked to practise your presentation to ensure it is delivered clearly and confidently, incorporating feedback from previous presentations.