She didn’t have much but lost it all: the heartbreaking story of a conflict survivor in Ethiopia

No country saw more people flee their homes because of conflict in 2018 than Ethiopia. In just six months, 1.4 million people lost their homes to violence. Almaz (40) recalls the heartbreaking moments her life changed forever when the fighting came to her village. “It was evening when all of a sudden we heard gunshots […]

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Celebrating mothers around the world

This Mother’s Day, we celebrate the millions of amazing mothers around the world, that CARE is supporting. These beautiful photo’s show strong women who are helping their families and communities overcome poverty.

Six things to know about food crises in East Africa

The countries of the Horn of Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia) are experiencing a severe drought. Families are in urgent need of food and water. “This is no ordinary drought. It’s the worst ever experienced in Sool region since 1974,” an 85-year old man told CARE. Why is there another food crisis happening in East Africa? […]

We must end violence against women

Every year, a period of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence runs from 25 November (International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) to 10 December (Human Rights Day). Here in Australia, 25 November is also marked as White Ribbon Day, a day to advocate ending men’s violence against women. It’s an opportunity […]

Thirsty for a better future

In struggling communities around the world, the burden of collecting water often falls to women and girls, meaning they miss out on work or school. But thanks to funds raised through the Walk in Her Shoes challenge, clean water close to home is helping to change this.

Supporting women. Defeating poverty.

Supporting women. Defeating poverty.

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