A New Chapter in the Church’s Commitment to Human Dignity
In a bold step toward promoting dignity, respect, and equality, the Catholic Church in Nigeria, through Caritas Nigeria, has launched the Abuja Archdiocesan Technical Working Group (TWG) for the Catholic Action for Respect and Equality (CARE) Project, a gender-based violence (GBV) prevention initiative supported by the Ford Foundation. The inauguration took place on October 24 […]
Community-Driven Approaches to Conflict Resolution
Caritas Nigeria, in collaboration with UNHCR Nigeria and the Benue State Commission for Peace and Reconciliation, recently organized a peace-building initiative in the Tatyough community, Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State. The event brought together displaced persons, herders, and government officials to foster dialogue, trust, and unity in a region affected by conflict and […]
JDPC Ikot-Ekpene Staff Trained in Fundraising and Project Development
Caritas Nigeria’s Business Development and Institutional Capacity Strengthening teams, with support from CAFOD, recently facilitated a three-day capacity-building training for the staff of the Justice, Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) of the Ikot-Ekpene Diocese. The training took place under the Freedom Project and was led by Ijeoma Akadoronye, Mr. Cletus Alu, and Osas Igein. The […]
Caritas Nigeria and JDPC Collaborate to Build Dreams
On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, Caritas Nigeria, in collaboration with the Justice, Development, and Peace Commission (JDPC) of the Owerri Archdiocese, hosted a graduation and empowerment ceremony for students who completed vocational training programs. These programs, offered free of charge, focused on fashion designing, cake baking and decoration, and information and communications technology (ICT). The […]
Caritas Nigeria Pushes for Robust Electoral Reforms at NASS Public Hearing
On October 13, 2025, Caritas Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to promoting good governance, democratic accountability, and electoral integrity by participating in a one-day Public Hearing held at the Senate Wing of the National Assembly Complex in Abuja. Represented by its National Assembly Legislative Liaison Officer, Mr. Utsa Ushahemba Vitalis and Ms. Regina Onah, the organization […]
Caritas Nigeria Champions Maternal Mental Health Awareness in Taraba State
On World Mental Health Day 2025, our team in Taraba State organized sensitization sessions at two health facilities in Takum LGA. During the sessions, participants, comprising pregnant women and their relatives, were educated on postpartum depression, its causes, symptoms, and available treatment options. In addition, Caritas Nigeria collaborated with the staff of Rhema Care to […]
International Day of the Girl Child
On October 11, 2025, Caritas Nigeria renewed its commitment to breaking barriers and building a future where every girl can lead, learn, and live with dignity. Through its various interventions and advocacy efforts, the organization continues to champion gender equality and provide platforms that empower girls to rise above limitations and transform their communities for […]
World Mental Health Day, 2025
Theme: Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies INTRODUCTION Mental health is a state of cognitive well-being characterized by the ability to carry out daily life activities optimally. It is the major ingredient of rational thinking and good behaviour. Without it, one cannot sustain good interpersonal relationships, academic performance, and occupational functioning. Therefore, […]
Caritas Nigeria Hosts Strategic Workshop to Strengthen Structure and Sustainability
In a significant milestone for organizational growth and resilience, Caritas Nigeria held its Strategic and Structural Review Workshop at the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN), Abuja. The event, which followed the recent celebration of the organization’s 15th anniversary themed “Sustainability in the Face of the Changing Funding Landscape,” brought together key stakeholders, including the Executive […]
Recognizing Young Talents and Loyal Partners
Riding on the theme of our 15th anniversary, “Sustainability in the Face of the Changing Funding Landscape”, the climax of our milestone celebration took place yesterday, September 25, at our country office in Abuja with a special Symposium. The event opened with a Holy Mass presided over by His Eminence, John Cardinal Onaiyekan, and concelebrated […]