Hadiza Souleman bathes her daughter with sesame soap.
Nigerien Sesame Farmers Can Help Dry Skin
Forget swanky European skin products. Sesame oil is the new moisturizer in Niger. And thanks to a CRS project, farmers are reaping the rewards.
Pope Benedict XVI in the Holy Land
As the Holy Father visits the land where Jesus walked, CRS shares Benedict's hopes for peace.
Sudan Emergency—Your Help Is Urgently Needed
CRS remains operational and firmly committed to serving more than 420,000 people across Sudan.Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the U.S. Catholic community. We alleviate suffering and provide assistance to people in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality.
Please watch this short video and learn more about the work of Catholic Relief Services.
Stories From the Field
Saying 'No' to 'The Cut' in Kenya
Kenyan communities find an alternative to female circumcision that upholds tradition and girls' health.Read More »»
Safe Jobs for Moldova's Vulnerable Young Women
Moldovan women who can't find work often sink into poverty—and sometimes slavery. CRS' Jobs Plus program helps them help themselves.Read More »»
World Malaria Day: Help Fight a Killer
April 25 is World Malaria Day. Malaria expert Mary Hennigan discusses the impact of malaria on communities, and CRS' work to combat the disease.Read More »»
Traditional Skills, New Freedoms
In Pakistan, Afghan refugee women gain financial and social freedom through a CRS skills training and basic education program.Read More »»
Refugee Mom Seeks Reunion With Son
Shelter offers rare security for an Iraqi refugee who fled to Lebanon and lost a son to kidnappers.Read More »»
Savings Plans the Poor Can Bank On
Community-led savings and lending groups are helping East Africans lift themselves out of poverty penny by penny.Read More »»
Divine Intervention Inspires Chocolate Sales
Students at a Seattle Catholic high school sell 38,000 fair trade Divine Chocolate bars as part of our Raise Money Right contest.Read More »»
In Sierra Leone, Pregnant and Praying for Success
Sierra Leone has the highest maternal mortality rate in the world. It's especially dangerous for pregnant women in remote areas. Read More »»
Building Eco-Friendly Classrooms in Darfur
Non-wood-burning brick-making technology allows Sudanese to build schools without destroying badly needed trees.Read More »»
Saying 'No' to 'The Cut' in Kenya
Kenyan communities find an alternative to female circumcision that upholds tradition and girls' health.Read More »»
Safe Jobs for Moldova's Vulnerable Young Women
Moldovan women who can't find work often sink into poverty—and sometimes slavery. CRS' Jobs Plus program helps them help themselves.Read More »»
World Malaria Day: Help Fight a Killer
April 25 is World Malaria Day. Malaria expert Mary Hennigan discusses the impact of malaria on communities, and CRS' work to combat the disease.Read More »»
Traditional Skills, New Freedoms
In Pakistan, Afghan refugee women gain financial and social freedom through a CRS skills training and basic education program.Read More »»
Refugee Mom Seeks Reunion With Son
Shelter offers rare security for an Iraqi refugee who fled to Lebanon and lost a son to kidnappers.Read More »»
Savings Plans the Poor Can Bank On
Community-led savings and lending groups are helping East Africans lift themselves out of poverty penny by penny.Read More »»
Divine Intervention Inspires Chocolate Sales
Students at a Seattle Catholic high school sell 38,000 fair trade Divine Chocolate bars as part of our Raise Money Right contest.Read More »»
In Sierra Leone, Pregnant and Praying for Success
Sierra Leone has the highest maternal mortality rate in the world. It's especially dangerous for pregnant women in remote areas. Read More »»
Building Eco-Friendly Classrooms in Darfur
Non-wood-burning brick-making technology allows Sudanese to build schools without destroying badly needed trees.Read More »»
