Schools Supported Nationwide
Community Cooks and Health Volunteers Trained
Returnees and Youth Empowered
Smallholder Farmers Supported
Nationwide Operational Presence
About Caritas Gambia
Caritas Gambia is a registered charitable and non-profit organization (NGO Certificate No. A 85 NGO) and a member of the Caritas Internationalis confederation.
We coordinate social development initiatives in partnership with local communities, government institutions, faith leaders and international partners to promote holistic human development and eliminate poverty in all its forms.
Our work is rooted in dignity, solidarity, accountability and justice.
What we do
We implement community driven programs that respond to the most pressing social and economic challenges facing The Gambia.
Health and Nutrition
- Malaria prevention
- school feeding
- hygiene promotion
- community health initiatives
Education
- School feeding
- bicycle support
- school gardens
- capacity strengthening
Agriculture and Food Security
- Community farming
- agricultural training
- sustainable
- food systems
Peacebuilding and Social Justice
- Savings groups
- vocational training
- income generation programs.
Rebuilding Lives Through Reintegration Support
Through targeted reintegration assistance, training and mentorship, returnees are supported to rebuild sustainable livelihoods and restore dignity within their communities.
A Story from Caritas Ukraine: Supporting Mental Health in Times of War
Sister Francyska’s Mission: psychological support amid conflict In Ukraine, the ongoing war has left deep emotional and psychological wounds alongside
A Story from Caritas Ukraine: Supporting Mental Health in Times of War
Sister Francyska’s Mission: psychological support amid conflict In Ukraine, the ongoing war has left deep emotional and psychological wounds alongside
Latest updates from Caritas
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Beyond survival: supporting Sudanese refugees in Egypt
As the war in Sudan passed its 1,000th day on 9 January, its consequences continue to spread far beyond the country’s borders.
- Emergency, Humanitarian Action
- Article
From victim to advocate: Father Jean De Dieu’s fight against modern slavery
Every year on 8 February, communities around the world unite in prayer, reflection and action for the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking.
- Human Trafficking, Prayers and Reflections
- Article
A Story from Caritas Ukraine: Supporting Mental Health in Times of War
Sister Francyska’s Mission: psychological support amid conflict In Ukraine, the ongoing war has left deep emotional and psychological wounds alongside widespread devastation. Through Caritas-Spes Ukraine, Sister Francyska Tumanevych provides psychological support to people affected by loss, displacement, and prolonged uncertainty.
- Human Mobility
- Article
Sudan: Today marks 1,000 days of crisis
Caritas Internationalis urges the international community to #KeepEyesOnSudan Today, 9 January, marks 1,000 days of conflict in Sudan – one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises – where more than 33.7 million people are in urgent need of humanitarian assistance, effectively two in three people, and where famine has
- Advocacy, Humanitarian Action
OUR PARTNERS
We work in collaboration with national and international partners to deliver sustainable impact.
Partner With Us to Build Stronger Communities
Your support helps expand access to health, education, food security and economic opportunity for vulnerable families across The Gambia.