CRS Congratulates Ken Hackett on Ambassador to Vatican Nomination
June 17, 2013
CRS is pleased to congratulate our former president Ken Hackett on his nomination to be the United States Ambassador to the Holy See in the Vatican.
U.S. Catholic Interview with CRS President Carolyn Woo
June 14, 2013
U.S. Catholic interviewed CRS president & CEO Dr. Carolyn Woo, asking a range of questions about her role as the president of a large Catholic international relief agency.
Catholic Relief Services Celebrates the Gospel of Life
June 13, 2013
CRS joins with Pope Francis in observing Evangelium Vitae Day (“The Gospel of Life”), June 15-16, a major event in the Year of Faith that celebrates the Church’s commitment to the promotion, respect, and dignity of human life.
Going to Market: Trade and Food Security
June 13, 2013
The Guardian reports that simply increasing food supplies in countries like Ethiopia won’t solve the problem of hunger alone. Trade is also an important factor to help countries overcome food insecurity.
CRS Joins Global Partnership Fighting Cassava Disease in Africa
June 12, 2013
Catholic Relief Services has joined with 18 other international scientific and development organizations in committing to fight the cassasva diseases that are threatening a staple food crop in Africa.
CRS’ Bishop Kicanas Visits Tent Camp for Syrians in Lebanon
June 11, 2013
In a beautiful valley, a tragic situation. CRS board chairman hears of Syrian refugees’ terrifying experiences.
CRS to Begin $9.2 million, 2-Year Project to Fight Tuberculosis in Mali
June 11, 2013
CRS has been awarded a $9.2 million grant by the Global Fund to combat tuberculosis in Mali.
CRS World Report: Using Mobile Phones to Improve People’s Lives
June 11, 2013
PODCAST: Even in low-income countries, mobile phones are becoming abundant and affordable. CRS is using these hand-held devices to improve the lives of people and their communities.
Photo of the Week: In India, Preparing for Disasters Before They Strike
June 10, 2013
Patitpawan Das demonstrates a knot he learned to tie at a search and rescue training program run by CRS.
CRS’ Bishop Kicanas Hears of Worsening Situation for Syrians
June 9, 2013
Bishop Gerald Kicanas, chairman of the CRS Board of Directors, shares impressions of his visits with leaders in Lebanon on the crisis in Syria.