Parish Resources

A global poverty quiz for secondary students /adults. 

An introduction to the issue of global poverty.

Dig deeper into the root causes of poverty.

This short film shares how Laxmi became a leader in her school and a mentor to other girls in her village.

This short film shares how Thu can now earn extra income and support his wife as she recovers from a stroke.

The SDG manifesto with matching images to help you reflect on the SDGs.

A PowerPoint explaining Caritas Australia's strengths based approach to community development.

Play a game of handball with modified rules and a homemade ball.

Learn about Caritas Australia, the international aid and development agency of the Catholic Church in Australia. 

Caritas Australia supported Shirley to train as an indigenous health worker in the Philippines. 
Approx. 5 mins

A story about the Safe Motherhood Program featuring Salma from Bangladesh. 2 mins

Sakun has set up kiosk to earn an income and is now involved in village decision-making. 
2 mins

Tawonga and her family now have enough food to eat and she is able to attend school.
2 min video

Learn about Caritas programs through playing seven different board games. Have fun!

Anatercia, a 12-year-old girl living in southern Mozambique has improved her life with the support of Caritas Australia and it's partners. 

The Story of Biru who gained the support and skills he needed to establish his own bicycle repair business.

The story of Rosalie who is a now a business owner, a community leader and a role model for other ex-combatants seeking to readjust to civilian life.

Shaniella was able to overcome the challenges of natural disasters, and gain the skills she needs to create a brighter future for herself.

Oliva attended Caritas Australia-supported literacy and numeracy classes and also set up a home classroom to teach her neighbours. 2:37 mins

Laxmi's Story, audio described for blind or vision-impaired readers.