Caritas Philippines, the humanitarian, development, and advocacy arm of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), has activated its emergency protocols as Typhoon Pepito approaches the country.
“As Typhoon Pepito approaches, let us prioritize safety and prepare for its potential impact. Caritas Philippines is ready to extend our hands to those in need. Let us open our hearts and share whatever we can to uplift those who will be most affected. Together, we can bring comfort, hope and strength to one another. Let’s go all out and be ready. All hands on deck tayo,” said Bishop Jose Colin Bagaforo, President of Caritas Philippines.
Through its flagship solidarity program Alay Kapwa (Offering of Self), which has served as the Church’s disaster response and poverty alleviation initiative for over five decades, Caritas Philippines is mobilizing resources for emergency preparedness. Diocesan social action centers across the potentially affected regions are coordinating with local government units for disaster preparedness and response.
“Our emergency response mechanisms are activated and our diocesan networks are ready,” Bagaforo added. “We call on our Alay Kapwa partners and donors to help us prepare for the humanitarian needs of communities in Pepito’s projected path.”
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