CARE strives for a world that is equal for women and girls. We cannot eradicate poverty while inequality persists. Discrimination against women and girls is an injustice, and also weakens global security, development, the economy, food security, health, climate, and the environment.
We know that discrimination harms and disadvantages women and girls in greater numbers than any other group, and together with our partners, we pay particular attention to how our programming, advocacy, and partnerships include, enable, and impact women and girls.
In nearly every country, women earn only a fraction of what men do, and discrimination against women and girls fuels food insecurity, safety risks, and exclusion from life-saving services and opportunities.
CARE responds to the needs of women and girls by:
• Prioritising their safety in emergencies and conflict
• Supporting better health outcomes for mothers and their babies
• Supporting women to earn an income and have savings for long-term security and/or emergencies
• Supporting education initiatives in communities where girls are at greater risk
• Developing initiatives like Lendwithcare that supports improved livelihoods
Read more about our work, approach and goals in the CARE Australia 2021-2025 Strategic Ambition.
Mission & Vision
We seek a world of hope, inclusion and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and all people live with dignity and security.
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History
For 75 years CARE has been helping communities to fight poverty and create equality.
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With your assistance, CARE Australia is committed to helping communities in need. View our annual reports for detailed information on our work.
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Guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, we support those affected by humanitarian crises and tackle the underlying causes of poverty to create transformative change.
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In Australia and overseas we have 768 staff, of whom ninety-seven per cent are nationals of the countries in which we operate.
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To ensure accountability and transparency, CARE Australia carefully manages all the projects we undertake.
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CARE Australia is primarily dependent on the generous support from the Australian public and Australian Government to continue our vital work.
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Together, CARE and our corporate partners are helping to build a world where all people can live in dignity and security.
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We are fortunate to have the support of well-known individuals who represent CARE Australia.
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Learn more about CARE Australia’s lifesaving work with these frequently asked questions.
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