Stories From Nicaragua
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The Catholic Church and CRS have witnessed important advances in Latin America and continue to serve the needs of its poorest communities. »»
Author Promotes Biodiversity to Fight Poverty
Rural families depend on a healthy environment both for survival and to grow a higher living standard. »»
Women Own Fruits of Their Coffee Labors
In Nicaragua, coffee growers start their own collective farm with the help of a local organization founded to empower women in agriculture. »»
The Year in Photos: A Look Back at 2008
It's been a year of great milestones in helping the world's poor. Our donors make our work possible, often from the wooden pews of their parishes. »»
Nicaragua Taps Into Water Management
Rural Nicaraguans are building water systems to bring clean, drinkable water into their homes—and good health into their lives. »»
Mitch Left Legacy of Generosity and Justice
Ten years ago, Hurricane Mitch ripped through Central America. Today, CRS reflects on how the storm inspired a new method for our disaster response. »»
Hurricane Mitch Rescuer Reflects on Successes
Santos Palma wasn't working with Catholic Relief Services when Hurricane Mitch hit in October 1998. But he jumped right in and began rescuing people. »»
Mitch Remembered: Hurricane Inspired Change
"We wanted to go beyond relief and development to look at the structures that existed before Mitch." »»
The Global Food Crisis
Prices of many basic foods have skyrocketed in the last two years, leading to a major food crisis affecting millions of people throughout the world. »»
Without Water There Is No Life
Tackling the crisis of water and sanitation in Nicaragua for a lasting impact on health and education, the environment, and economic development. »»
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. »»
Harvesting for the Global Market
When you reach for a hot cup of coffee, do you think about your relationship with the people who harvested it and brought it to market? »»
Nicaragua After Felix: Recovery Just Begun
CRS Nicaragua's Conor Walsh describes the damage wrought by Hurricane Felix, which killed nearly 100 people and left thousands homeless. »»
Recovery Plan Under Way After Hurricane Felix
CRS staff are distributing relief supplies and planning long-term assistance for lives shattered by Hurricane Felix. »»
