This podcast series is a celebration of unity, empathy, and the power of diverse voices coming together.
Through candid conversations, inspiring stories, and meaningful discussions, Voices of Solidarity aims to amplify the voices of those who strive for positive change in our communities and beyond.
Join us as we explore meaningful topics, share impactful narratives, and foster connections that inspire action and understanding.
The podcast series is available on SoundCloud and Spotify.
Escalation in the Middle East: A Humanitarian Perspective
April 2026
OVERVIEW:
Karam Abi Yazbeck (Caritas MONA) discusses the Middle East crisis, its impact on civilians, and the challenges of delivering humanitarian aid.
Brazil: On Track for Justice
March 2026
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Along the Carajás Railway in Brazil, communities—supported by Justiça nos Trilhos—are resisting the impacts of mining and industrial agriculture to defend their land, environment and right to exist.
A look back at COP30
January 2026
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Our advocacy and research officer, Dean Dettloff recounts his experiences attending the People’s Summit and other event last November as a member of our COP30 delegation.
Nigeria: Ending Gender-Based Violence, Strengthening Communities
December 2025
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In this new episode of Voices of Solidarity, Camilo Coral, our Program Officer for Nigeria, shares powerful stories from the field.
Responding on the Ground in Sudan and Somalia
November 2025
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In this episode, two leaders from our longstanding partner Trócaire - Mary Wamuyu (Sudan) and Europe Maalim (Somalia) explain how conflict and climate change are causing hunger in their countries.
A journey of solidarity in Peru
October 2025
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In this episode, learn more about the solidarity tour to Peru that took place this summer. One of the participants, Laura Menuvar, shares her reflections from the journey.
The Youth leading us forward
June 2025
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In this episode, Development and Peace ― Caritas Canada’s youth ambassadors and youth representatives share their journeys, what drives them and how they’re acting for social and climate justice.
Faith, law and resistance
May 2025
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In this episode, we speak with Dalia Qumsieh, a Palestinian human rights lawyer and founder of the Balasan Initiative, who shares powerful insights into the ongoing pursuit of justice and human rights in Palestine.
Turn Debt into Hope
February 2025
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In this episode, our advocacy officer Dean Dettloff discusses the global Jubilee 2025 Turn Debt into Hope campaign with Alfonso Apicella, the global campaigns manager at Caritas Internationalis.
A journey to Bethlehem
January 2025
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In this episode, Minaz Kerawala, our communications and PR officer, shares insights from his recent trip to Bethlehem, the heartbreaking situation in the West Bank and the heroic work of our local partners.
Sudan’s Battle for Survival
November 2024
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In this episode, Dominique Godbout, our humanitarian programs officer, shares insights into the harsh realities that the Sudanese people face and the urgent relief efforts that are underway.
Lebanon in crisis
October 2024
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This episode is a conversation with Foundation Adyan’s head of community engagement, Adriana Bou Diwan Foundation Adyan is one of our Lebanease partners.
Empowering Youth through D&P Schools
June 2024
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In this episode, our Youth Programs Officer (-18 y.o.) Emily Bowman-Lukasik, and four inspiring students share how the D&P Schools program is empowering them to put their faith into meaningful action.
Haiti: solidarity in the midst of chaos
May 2024
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Our Latin America programs officer, Mary Durran explains the rationale for Developmental and Peace ― Caritas Canada’s decades-long engagement with Haiti and the current situation in the country.
Echoes from Gaza
April 2024
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Six months after the deadly conflict in Gaza began in October 2023, our Executive Director Carl Hétu analyzes the situation in a candid conversation with Dean Dettloff, Research and Advocacy Officer.
Reaping our Rights
February 2024
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Our colleagues Sarah Kabrit, Social Media Officer, and Luke Stocking, Director of Public engagement, present our new Share Lent campaign, Reaping our Rights.
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