Parish Resources

A short video explaining the Catholic Social teaching principle: Preferential Option for the Poor.
4 mins

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

This short film shares Tereesa's story and the support of the Baabayn Aboriginal Coporation.

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

This short film shares how Priscilla learnt conservation farming to grow enough food to support her family.

Three Project Compassion 2024 photo storybooks, audio described for blind or vision-impaired readers.