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Income

Promoting Economic Opportunities, Securing Livelihoods

Millions of people are affected by poverty because their income is insufficient or lacks stability. Caritas Switzerland supports people in precarious life situations in strengthening their livelihoods and building a sustainable income. Our projects provide access to education, work, and income-generating opportunities. This enables people to improve their living conditions in a sustainable way and overcome poverty through their own efforts.

In fragile and crisis-affected regions, we also strengthen local markets and economic ties. We pursue an integrated approach: We promote inclusive and resilient market systems as well as socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable solutions. In this way, we help people secure their livelihoods in the long term and shape their futures on their own terms.

Selected projects Engagement for income, nutrition, education

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Creating Opportunities

Strong Resilience, Inclusive Markets

With its integrated approach, Caritas Switzerland supports people in finding ways out of poverty, building more secure livelihoods, and strengthening their resilience. We promote access to economic opportunities and, in particular, help disadvantaged households overcome existing barriers.
By connecting people to markets, educational opportunities, and dignified work, we create prospects for higher income and sustainable development.

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