People stay under their damaged house after cyclone Nargis. People stay under their damaged house after cyclone Nargis.

Relief Efforts for Those Affected By Myanmar Cyclone

Cyclone Nargis hit the Irrawaddy Delta region of Myanmar on Saturday, May 3, severely damaging infrastructure and homes in Yangon.

CRS Food Experts Warn of Impending 'Cascade of Hunger'

A worldwide food crisis prompts leaders to seek solutions in the hopes of averting famine, discontent and violence.

No 'Staff of Life' to Lean On

Because it imports most of its food, the Middle East is especially vulnerable to changes in the food market.

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Addressing the Global Food Crisis

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CRS Executive Vice President of Overseas Operations discusses the current global food crisis.

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Waging Peace in Southern Sudan

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Not Just About the Coffee

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Understanding West Africa's Rising Food Prices

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Poor Farm Families to the Rescue

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Facing A Food Crisis in Haiti

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Finding Purpose in Malawi

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More Cash, Less Garbage

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New Energy for A New Mom

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Waging Peace in Southern Sudan

Government officials, parliament members and community peace officers learn valuable skills to break the cycle of violence across southern Sudan. Read More »»

Not Just About the Coffee

An innovative alliance improves the lives of thousands of rural coffee growers in Nicaragua and helps them turn the corner to profitability. Read More »»

Understanding West Africa's Rising Food Prices

The complex and varied reasons for the rise in food prices in West Africa may surprise you.Read More »»

Poor Farm Families to the Rescue

Poor farm families can become part of the solution to the global crisis of rising food prices, increasing supply while increasing their own incomes.Read More »»

Facing A Food Crisis in Haiti

With food prices soaring and frustration mounting, Haitians take to the street in protest. CRS is calling for more resources and long-term solutions. Read More »»

Finding Purpose in Malawi

A retired couple from California spends 18 months as CRS volunteers in Malawi, starting an orphan outreach center from the ground up.Read More »»

Adopting A Girl, Breaking A Stigma

In Democratic Republic of the Congo, a family takes in an HIV-positive little girl and shows how love can trump a virus.Read More »»

More Cash, Less Garbage

Marguerite Nyandwi spent precious years digging through garbage for items to sell. A CRS-supported savings program was her path to a better life. Read More »»

New Energy for A New Mom

Lifesaving HIV medications strengthen the bond between mother and daughter in northern Uganda.Read More »»


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