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Partnership and Capacity Strengthening Case Study: Caritas India

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CRS began operations in India in 1962 with the establishment of Caritas India. CRS and Caritas focus on emergency relief and disaster response, antitrafficking and livelihood programs. CRS funds these projects and strengthens Caritas India’s organizational capacity to implement projects effectively. CRS views Caritas India as a longterm strategic partner. Caritas, in turn, describes the relationship with CRS as “co-travelers on a journey together.”

This case study showcases CRS’ wideranging capacity strengthening (CS) activities to support Caritas India to develop and implement systems and processes, including strategic planning. In fiscal year 2021 (FY21), CRS provided support at varying degrees to multiple levels of the Caritas India network: national Caritas, 14 regional forums, and 175 diocesan social service societies. The strategic priorities of CI guide the partnership. Due to COVID-19, partners postponed elements of the CS work and other activities. Caritas expressed appreciation for CRS’ flexibility in extending deadlines and conducting remote training: “The partnership is very much flexible and open and partner driven.”

Partner: Caritas India (CI)

Project name: India Delhi Forum Support

Area: Development

Funded by: CRS

Duration: 12 months

Fiscal year: 2021

Capacity Assessment Tool: Formal Discussions on Capacity by CRS in India (CRS) With Caritas India (Caritas) CS approaches applied:* Institutional Strengthening, Capacity Building and Accompaniment

Key Perfomance Indicator: Number of Documented Examples Where Local Partner Capacity Was Strengthened as a Result of Significant Contributions by CRS

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