We pray for all in the Democratic Republic of Congo after an outbreak of Ebola has been declared in Ituri province. Our local partners have experience of dealing with previous outbreaks and are well placed to respond. Find out more. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4tO6pix

Join online on Wednesday 20 May at 7pm as CAFOD, Missio, Aid to the Church in Need and Stella Maris come together to pray the Rosary for peace in our world. 🙏 We’ll reflect on the Sorrowful Mysteries as we unite in prayer for peace. 📿 Register. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/42zfRvk

The global debt crisis forces governments across the Global South to make impossible choices. Wesley from Caritas Africa urges you to keep supporting our debt campaign. Find out more. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/campaign/the-global-debt-crisis

In 1891, Pope Leo XIII signed Rerum Novarum and his encyclical would go on to become the key text that underpins much of Catholic Social Teaching. Lots of our work is inspired by these key principles. Read more about them. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/catholic-social-teaching

The United Kingdom has announced it is halving the funding promised to the UN’s Green Climate Fund. Our Climate Policy Lead, Liz Cronin, on the news. ⤵️

In Sudan, your donations help to fund emergency water points and our work to support people who've been displaced by the fighting. Find out more about how you can help and how our supporters have made an impact already. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/stand-with-sudan

The global debt crisis isn't just caused by 'irresponsible borrowing.' Our volunteer, Hope, examines the factors beyond the control of African countries that have serious and disproportionate consequences on their economies. Read more. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/3Rjb3HS

Not enough aid is entering Gaza and severe restrictions are hampering the work of aid agencies. Our partner Caritas Jerusalem told us how teams are responding to the growing public health disaster which includes outbreaks of rodents, flies and disease. https://bit.ly/4uLeWE0

The Week of Hope begins today to thank all who quietly do the things that make hope happen across communities. For us and Caritas Social Action Network, the hopeful messages of Pope Leo are a constant source of inspiration. What gives you hope? 💚❤️ #MillionActsOfHope

🙏 Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us. 🙏 As we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, we remember Mary's status as the Queen of Peace.

We were recently able to see our office in Khartoum which has been closed and damaged in the fighting. Thanks to your support, our work has continued and we will keep standing with the people of Sudan. https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/stand-with-sudan

In 2025, the UK High Court ordered South Sudan to pay $657 million to a commercial bank. That's half of the government's annual revenue. South Sudan is an example of how the global debt crisis harms and traps low-income countries. Learn more. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/48GMPNO

The first First International Conference for a Just Transition Away from Fossil Fuels recently took place in Santa Marta, Colombia. Join us on Thursday, 14 May at 6:30 PM for a webinar to unpack the outcomes of this historic summit. Register. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4dCQUoM

While we honour our mother Mary this May, too many mothers face danger in childbirth. Act now. Give to our Marian Appeal to help more mothers like Yeukayi give birth safely. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/marian-appeal

While we honour our mother Mary this May, too many mothers face danger in childbirth. Act now. Give to our Marian Appeal to help more mothers like Yeukayi give birth safely. Find out more. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4dwHiuT

As we celebrate the first year of Pope Leo, our Director, Christine Allen, spoke about how resonant his constant calls for peace have been. Read more. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/news/media/press-releases/pope-leo-celebrates-his-first-year

With today being one year since the election of Pope Leo XIV, let's look back at some of the key moments so far...

One year ago, Pope Leo XIV emerged on the balcony of St Peter's Basilica and greeted the world for the first time. A year on, we pray for our Shepherd and his service of the Church. 🙏

Thanks to your donations, solar panels have been installed by our local partner at this medical clinic in rural Zimbabwe. 💡 Sister Zishiri and her team are now in a better position to provide crucial care for mothers and babies. More about our Marian Appeal. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4dwHiuT

In 2027, the UK will host the G20 and this is an opportunity to lead in tackling the global debt crisis. Join us in calling on the Prime Minister to take immediate action by passing a UK debt justice law and be a global leader in fixing the system. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/3OXuuFh..

May is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary - the mother of Jesus and all believers. Use our Marian prayer resources to ask Mary's intercession for our world. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4w01Zrd 📸 A statue of Mary with the Paroisse Saint Paul parish community, Goma, DR Congo

Every mother hopes for the same things: a safe birth, clean water, nourishing food, and a future for her child. As we honour our mother Mary in May, donate to our Marian Appeal and help more mothers like Yeukayi give birth safely. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/appeals/marian-appeal

For the Feast of Saint Joseph the Worker, we are grateful for the talents that we all have and how they allow us to work together for the common good. 🙏 See more with our dedicated prayers on work and livelihoods. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/pray/prayer-resources/prayers-on-work

What are 5️⃣ things we do in our work that might not be the kind of thing you expect?

“We have committed ourselves to this transition—one that must be carried out fairly,” urges our Colombian partner Monseñor Juan Carlos Barreto in response to the first International Conference for a Just Transition Away from Fossil Fuels in Santa Marta, Colombia.

Action is urgently needed on global debt and the UK Government has a unique ability to intervene with legislation. Thanks to @bambosmp.bsky.social for writing more about the current scale of the issue and how it can be tackled in the @the-independent.com. Read more. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/424PQnq

Despite the ceasefire, families in Lebanon still face violence and displacement. Our local partners continue their work, including Nehna Hon, a migrant-led initiative, which provides recreational activities for children of migrant workers hosted in shelters due to displacement.

Today, 34 organisations from across the globe release a joint statement ahead of the Illicit Finance Summit. Together, we’re calling for stronger rules, greater transparency, and real accountability in the gold trade.

What a day at the London Marathon. 34 #TeamCAFOD runners, 26.2 miles, and over £120,000 raised to support communities around the world. 💚 Thank you to everyone who ran, cheered, and supported along the way.

A massive congratulations to all 36 of our #LondonMarathon runners, such an incredible achievement 👏💚 Together they have so far raised over £100,000 🙌

Although the terrible war in Sudan has struggled to make the headlines, our supporters have stepped up and shown solidarity since it began. Find out more about the work we do and how your support makes an impact. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/stand-with-sudan

Our partners have been working in Sudan since the start of the war and will keep doing so. By donating, you help them keep providing food, water, healthcare and more. How to help and stand with Sudan. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/stand-with-sudan

The conflict in Sudan has forced a huge number of people from their homes. Your donations help local partners continue to support with food packages, hygiene kits, clean water, toilets, medical support and more. Find out more and donate now. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4sET4J1

Happy Saint George's Day! May we always have the courage to stand up for what is right. 🙏

The Santa Marta Conference begins next week in Colombia and it will be the the first International Conference for a Just Transition Away from Fossil Fuels. It's a huge opportunity for climate action. Email the Energy Secretary to show leadership. 📧⤵️ https://bit.ly/4cfOTNw

It's #EarthDay which celebrates environmental protection. Honduras is one of the most dangerous places for land and environmental defenders. With our partner ERIC/Radio Progreso, we support communities improving access to food and with legal advice as they defend land rights.

One year on from the death of Pope Francis, we give thanks for the legacy he has left and pray for him. 🙏

Despite the war in Sudan causing the world's largest humanitarian crisis, it has struggled to capture media attention. We heard from Merry who told us about how quickly things changed in Khartoum after fighting broke out. Her story. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4cva6TK

In Bishop Tombe's letter on the occasion of the Sudan War entering its fourth year, he called for a sustained ceasefire, full humanitarian access to all regions and long-term reconstruction and reconciliation. https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/stand-with-sudan

"Open the paths of peace, Lord." 🙏 With the war in Sudan now entering its fourth year, let us continue to pray for all affected by this terrible conflict. Find out more about the emergency in Sudan. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/stand-with-sudan

Earlier in the week, we joined other organisations to present a petition with over 44,000 signatures calling for more government action on Sudan. Our Director, Christine Allen, explains more in The Tablet. ⤵️ https://www.thetablet.co.uk/news/uk-may-be-complicit-in-sudans-suffering-warns-cafod/

Join us on 23 April for a webinar reflecting on the current situation in Sudan with the country now in its fourth year of war. Hear about the challenges, the support for affected communities and the work being done to raise awareness. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4epMySP

There are serious concerns about violations of International Humanitarian Law in Lebanon. In response, various international, national and local NGOs have come together to call for the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure. ⤵️ https://bit.ly/4cPjUcy

With the 3-year anniversary of the war in Sudan, Easter and Eid al-Fitr all falling in quick succession, the Bishop of El Obeid issued a message praising the spirit of the Sudanese people in the face of immense humanitarian challenges. https://bit.ly/4sET4J1

Today, the war in Sudan enters its fourth year. Millions of people have been displaced. We have been working in the country since the start of the war and your support has helped us to reach over 300,000 people Stand with Sudan. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/stand-with-sudan

⏰ Sound the alarm for Sudan 🗣️ Talk about Sudan 👀 #KeepEyesOnSudan To mark three years of war, 12 leading charities, civil society and Sudanese diaspora sounded the alarm for Sudan and shared your call for action with the UK Government.

Three years of war in Sudan have created a terrible humanitarian crisis. Find out more about our work in Sudan and donate to help provide practical, long-term help. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/stand-with-sudan

Thank you and congratulations to the eight amazing #TeamCAFOD members who did the Brighton Marathon and London Landmarks Half Marathon over the weekend. 👏 Thank you for choosing to fundraise with us and showing a better world needs all of us. 💚 https://cafod.org.uk/fundraise/challenge-events

The life-giving power of Easter is not just a past event, but a present reality lived out every time we choose to make peace, to stand in solidarity with those in need and to work for justice. Read more in this latest Eastertide piece. ⤵️ https://cafod.org.uk/news/blogs/easter-in-the-dark

Six months on from the declared Gaza ceasefire, we joined the Red Line for Palestine coalition at Downing Street representing the 2.4 million actions taken by people across the United Kingdom. People speaking out to say that international law should not be optional.