Raks Thai by CARE International

Raks Thai by CARE International is a leading global humanitarian organization dedicated to fighting poverty and achieving social justice. Founded in 1945 with the delivery of the first CARE Packages to a war-torn Europe, the organization has grown into a powerful international confederation working in over 100 countries.

CARE’s mission is to save lives, defeat poverty, and fight for social justice. It is built on the belief that poverty cannot be overcome until all people have equal rights and opportunities. With this in mind, CARE places a special focus on working with women and girls, recognizing that when equipped with the proper resources, they have the power to lift entire families and communities out of poverty.

Key areas of focus for CARE include:

• Humanitarian Response: Providing life-saving aid, such as food, water, and shelter, in times of crisis, and supporting communities in their long-term recovery and resilience-building efforts.
• Poverty Alleviation and Economic Opportunity: Implementing programs that strengthen the capacity for self-help, provide economic opportunities, and advocate for policies that create a fairer global economy.
• Gender Equality: Challenging the root causes of inequality and discrimination, advocating for women’s and girls’ rights, and empowering them to take on leadership roles.
• Health, Education, and Climate Justice: Improving access to essential services and knowledge while supporting communities to adapt to the impacts of climate change and advocating for a just and sustainable future.

As a global confederation, CARE works with a wide network of local partners, governments, and civil society organizations, ensuring that its programs are locally led and culturally relevant. Its long history and commitment to accountability and transparency have established CARE as a trusted partner in the international development and humanitarian sectors.