Zero Poverty

A year of combating poverty

In recent months, the economic crisis has shattered the world. Millions of people have lost their jobs. Forecasts indicate that the crisis is not yet over. For poor people, this means even harder times and extreme anxiety about the future: hunger and the fear of becoming homeless are real concerns for many.

Caritas is helping. And with its Zero Poverty campaign, it is asking men, women, young people and children in Europe and the rest of the world to make a commitment to people in need. Our vision is Zero Poverty. No one should live in poverty.

A strong common effort to bridge the gap between rich and poor is needed from those in positions of political responsibility, society as a whole and each and every one of us. Only a combined effort will make it possible for people in dire need to escape their difficult circumstances and find hope for themselves again. 

Change is possible. Poverty is not inevitable. Caritas demonstrates this every day through its work and its initiatives.

The good news is that anyone can help to make the ZERO POVERTY vision a reality. You can find out how on their website.