Impact
Shelter, water and sanitation, health, food, protection, education and livelihoods — the areas where Caritas Bamenda works to save lives and restore dignity.
On the ground around the world
Caritas Internationalis is confederation of over 160 members who are working at the grassroots in almost every country of the world. When crisis hits, Caritas is already on the ground. The diverse members give us our strength – from small groups of volunteers to some of the biggest global charities. Inspired by Catholic faith, Caritas is the helping hand of the Church – reaching out to the poor, vulnerable and excluded, regardless of race or religion, to build a world based on justice and fraternal love.
Caritas Internationalis has its headquarters in Rome – co-ordinating emergency operations, formulating development policy and advocating for a better world for everyone. All national Caritas organisations are members of their own regional Caritas networks and the international confederation.
From the founding of the first Caritas in Germany in 1897, to the setting up of Caritas Internationalis in 1951, until today, Caritas has a rich history of listening respectfully to the suffering of the poor and giving them the tools to transform their own lives. The deep moral and spiritual principles of dignity, justice, solidarity and stewardship still guide Caritas today.
Explore impact
Caritas Bamenda provides emergency shelter, repair materials and rental support to families displaced by the crisis in the North…
Read more WASHWater points, latrines, hygiene kits and community hygiene promotion for displaced and host communities across the North West…
Read more HealthCaritas Bamenda supports access to primary health care, nutrition screening and psychosocial support for displaced and vulnerable…
Read more Food AssistanceEmergency food distribution, cash and voucher assistance, and nutrition support for families displaced by the crisis in the North…
Read more Non food item assistance (NFI)Blankets, sleeping mats, kitchen sets, soap and dignity kits for families who fled their homes with nothing.
Read more ProtectionChild protection, prevention of and response to gender-based violence, psychosocial support and case management in the North West…
Read more Education and trainingSchool support, catch-up learning, teacher training and vocational skills for children and young people affected by the crisis.
Read more Child soldier rehabilitationRelease, care, family reunification and reintegration support for children formerly associated with armed groups.
Read more Human traffickingCaritas Bamenda works to prevent human trafficking, raise awareness of deceptive recruitment, and support people who have…
Read more Sustainable agriculture assistanceSeeds, tools, training and climate-smart farming so displaced and host families can rebuild their own food security and income.
Read moreStand with the families we serve
A gift to Caritas Bamenda becomes food on a table, a roof over a displaced family, clean water in a village, a child back in school.