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October 4, 2023
Rebuilding Livelihoods in Iraq
Displaced families return home to start and grow businesses that allow them to rebuild their lives.
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March 2, 2021
CRS Welcomes Pope Francis' Visit to Iraq as a Sign of Hope in a Time of Crisis
The pope is scheduled to visit Iraq March 5-8.More
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October 28, 2019
Repairing War-Damaged Homes in Iraq
Families return home to find CRS waiting with grants to help speed the recovery process.
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June 25, 2019
Rebuilding Schools and Futures in Iraq
CRS renovated a school destroyed by militants who drove off residents and disrupted lives.
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November 22, 2016
News We're Reading Now (Week of Nov 21, 2016)
The top news stories and trends our media team is following.More
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October 21, 2016
CRS Ready to Help Iraqis Fleeing Mosul Violence
Tens of thousands are expected to flee the city.More
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June 22, 2016
CRS and Caritas Iraq Respond to Help Thousands Fleeing Fighting in Fallujah
CRS and Caritas Iraq are providing emergency relief to more than 1,000 families.More
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January 20, 2016
Oil Price Plunge Affecting Displaced in Iraq as Winter Bears Down
The worldwide plunge in oil prices is reducing support for the millions of displaced in Iraq whose needs are only growing.More
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August 4, 2015
Crisis in Iraq
CRS and Caritas are expanding child support centersto keep children engaged so they can heal and transition to formal schooling.More