We are CAFOD, the official aid agency for the Catholic Church in England and Wales. A better world needs all of us.

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We believe in a world full of hope and joy - one where our sisters and brothers can overcome poverty and injustice for good. Together, we are making real, long-lasting change and you can join us. Our faith inspires us to keep striving, because a better world needs all of us.
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Most people in Gaza face a daily struggle to access even the bare minimum amount of water. They face impossible choices between drinking, hygiene or cooking. In response, our partner Caritas Jerusalem is operating water trucks and providing emergency WASH kits to communities.
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A Catholic charity says the last Christian village in the West Bank has been attacked, likely by Settlers, in the last 24 hours - and that people living in Gaza are struggling for water supplies - @CAFOD explain🔊: timbre-player.sharp-stream.c…
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Jun 12
As we celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart, we are reminded by what Pope Leo said about having a personal relationship with Jesus and learning how to have compassion for the world. ❤️ 🌍
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Jun 11
Teams go into the #FIFAWorldCup on a level footing. Off the pitch, finance favours richer nations. Low-income countries are struggling with a deepening debt crisis, but it doesn't have to be this way. We want a fair system that treats all the same. bit.ly/4uAFYgR
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With the #WorldCup about to kick off, we join Pope Leo in praying it will be an opportunity for fraternity and encounter. 🙏⚽ While we cheer on our nations, we'll highlight why too many competing countries are paying the penalty for the global debt crisis turndebtintohope.caritas.org
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Jun 10
In Lebanon, local Church leaders are calling for accountability and a response from the international community after the Israeli military ordered another evacuation of Tyre, in the south. Our Director of Advocacy, Neil Thorns, spoke to @The_Tablet. ⤵️ thetablet.co.uk/news/lebanes…
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Jun 10
The UK is a debt superpower. This means when we campaign, we can make a genuine impact. Learn more about how repayments servicing debt harm poorer countries and sign our petition to demand a UK Debt Justice Law and urgent reform of the system. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/campaign/the-gl…
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Hayley, @CAFOD volunteer at Holy Family in Freckleton, arranges for her parish to sign our petition calling for debt justice.✍️ Parishes across England and Wales played a crucial role in our Jubilee campaign and we can't wait to see more signings. cafod.org.uk/campaign/the-gl…
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Jun 9
Our prayers go out to all in the Philippines as the country responds to yesterday's powerful earthquake. 🙏 Solidarity to our sister organisation Caritas Philippines (NASSA) as they assess the extent of the damage.
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Jun 9
Great to see Bishop Patrick McKinney and Bishop Philip Egan signing our petition for debt justice! ✍️ Parishes across England and Wales played a crucial role in our Jubilee campaign and we can't wait to see more signings. Find out more. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/campaign/the-gl…
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Jun 8
The Bonn Climate Change Conference started today and these meetings halfway between COPs provide important opportunities for progress. Our Climate Policy Lead, Liz Cronin, is there and explains more about our focus on climate finance.
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Jun 8
Magnifica Humanitas by Pope Leo XIV has been out for two weeks now and the encyclical asks crucial questions about technology and what it means to be human. More from our Director of Advocacy, Neil Thorns. cafod.org.uk/pray/magnifica-…
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Jun 5
Earlier this week, @energygovuk Secretary of State @Ed_Miliband set out the Government's Seventh Carbon Budget. Motivated by care for our common home, faith leaders have welcomed the Government following scientific advice and urge strong implementation of this budget.
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In 2025, schools collectively fundraised for Water World Gifts and provided 72 families with a water supply! But we want to go further! A better world needs all of us. Could you fundraise to support more communities to have clean, safe water this summer? cafod.org.uk/education/schoo…
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Jun 5
In Bolivia, the Katari river has become polluted by sewage, domestic, industrial and mining waste. On #WorldEnvironmentDay, hear from Ricardo at our partner IIADI who use local plants and low-cost materials combined with innovative techniques to clean this crucial water source.
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Jun 4
Why do our volunteers choose to give us their time and what does it mean? No matter your motivation, interest or skills, there's a place for you. Find out more about volunteering. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/volunteer #VolunteersWeek
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Jun 3
“It was everything I needed. I don’t even have the words to say how happy I am,” says Elisangela. Following a 23-year struggle, SEMEANDO helped turn Latin America’s largest occupied building into a legally owned building providing safe and dignified housing.
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Jun 3
One-in-five people in Lebanon have been forced to flee home. The ceasefire exists in name only as towns and villages are attacked. More about the situation and our response as local experts provide food, water, shelter and more. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/news/emergencie…
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Jun 2
🏃 Helping at events 🏫 School visits ⛪ Speaking at Mass 🪙 Organising fundraisers Volunteers bring so much and demonstrate that a better world needs all of us. Find out more about the role you could play. ⤵️ cafod.org.uk/volunteer #VolunteersWeek
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Jun 1
For #VolunteersWeek, we would like to thank all our volunteers who help us with their time and abilities. 💚 Long-serving volunteers have been recognised especially for their inspiring service with blessings from Pope Leo. More in @The_Tablet. ⤵️ thetablet.co.uk/news/long-se…
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