Interviewed in the 18th July edition of the Irish Catholic Newspaper, Misean Cara CEO, John Moffett, spoke of the enduring impact that Ireland’s missionaries continue to have in vulnerable communities across the global south, often working in the most challenging and formidable conditions. In 2023, Misean Cara provided 13.6 million in funding support to 321 […]
Listen here for an interview with Misean Cara CEO, John Moffett as he speaks with host Michael Sullivan of the Northside Today show on NearFM 90.3 radio, talking about Misean Cara’s impact around the world in 2023, supporting Irish Missionary Development projects upholding rights to climate-resilient livelihoods, quality healthcare and education, promotion of human rights,
Speaking this week with Spirit FM Radio host Kieran Carrick, our CEO, John Moffett, shared highlights from Misean Cara’s newly launched 2023 Annual Report that showcases the global reach and impact of Irish missionary development work in the global south. This year Misean Cara celebrates its 20th anniversary – supporting Irish missionary organisations and their
In 2023, Misean Cara and its members played a crucial role in delivering life-transforming projects to vulnerable people around across the global south, allocating €13.6 million in funding to support 321 projects in 52 countries targeting 1.9 million people. Implemented by 52 Misean Cara member organisations, these projects delivered critical, often long-term impact to communities
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On June 26th at the Camden Court Hotel in Dublin, we were pleased to host our 2024 AGM & 20th Anniversary Conference. At our AGM, topics included financial reports for the year and an overview of member results and impact across all of Misean Cara’s Strategic Goals. Guests at the AGM included representatives from Misean
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Misean Cara is pleased to announce that Sr. Mary Courtney, FMSA has recently been awarded a high honour from the President of Zambia. On May 24th, Sr. Mary attended the annual investiture ceremony at the State House in Lusaka, presided over by President Hakainde Hichilema, where she received the President’s Insignia for Meritorious Achievement. She
As the world commemorates World Environment Day on June 5th, the importance of education in fostering environmental stewardship becomes even more paramount. This year’s theme, “Ecosystem Restoration,” resonates deeply with the initiatives led by Misean Cara members. Through their diverse and impactful projects, these members are at the forefront of the educational movement for environmental
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By Eamonn Casey, Misean Cara Project Officer for Human Rights & Advocacy Pentecost Sunday, 19th May, marks the official kick-off of Laudato Si’ Week and the 9th anniversary of Pope Francis’s encyclical on the Care of Creation. Convinced along with Pope Francis that “there are no lasting changes without cultural changes… and there are no
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Since April 2006, Sr. Dr. Marian has been the Medical Officer at the Faraja Community Based Healthcare Centre in Singida, Tanzania, a remote municipality of over 200,000 people. Initially, the Centre provided services for those affected by HIV/AIDS, including voluntary councselling and testing, awareness-raising about HIV, malaria and malnutrition. Over the years, the programme has
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Each year, from March 8-14th, Misean Cara celebrates Catholic Sisters Week by recognising and celebrating the contributions that Missionary Sisters have made, and continue to make, around the world. Through long-term commitment to communities in need – sometimes over decades- Missionary Sisters work for the common good and dignity of all people with development projects
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