Jordan: The answer is called Ra'eda
What to do if water is dripping, pounding or not draining in Zarqa? Call Ra'eda, one of the few women plumbers in Jordan
Impact stories
Read stories showcasing the human impact of CARE's work around the world.
Kabul Women’s Association builds gender equality at a grassroots level
CARE-funded Kabul Women’s Association promotes women’s economic empowerment, advocacy, and prevention of gender-based violence using community-based approaches
Women, girls in Afghanistan hope for the return of education for all
After closures during the government changes, schools have re-opened for boys of all ages, but girls above six have been home for 10 months
The story of Najiba: Fighting for a place in a male dominated world
Najiba*, 27, has been taking care of patients in one of Kabul province’s hospitals for about seven years. Her family's life has been full of ups and downs, and she is currently the only person in a family of five who works.
Providing psychosocial support to Jordanians
Rather than CARE setting and measuring a priority, we’re listening to what people say makes the most difference in their own lives.
Increasing food security through the Southern Africa Nutrition Initiative
“These days things have changed. My husband supports me and in taking the child to under 5 appointments. [Husband] cooks and prepares the food for all to eat and we even laugh together now.”
How the Tipping Point initiative amplifies girl activists
In the 5 minutes it takes you to read this, 152 girls under the age of 18 will get married—whether they want to or not.
Responding to gender-based violence in the time of COVID-19
As we begin this year's 16 Days of Activism to End Gender-Based Violence, we take a look at the creative ways that CARE teams have been working to end gender-based violence during a pandemic.
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