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Democratic Republic of Congo

The DRC is a vast country with immense mineral wealth and natural resources. It is emerging from more than a decade of devastating civil war in which almost four million people died and as many as half a million women and girls have been victims of extreme sexual violence carried out by armed groups.

Get clued up: Climate

Extreme weather and unexpected changes in climate mean flooded homes, failed crops, water shortages and conflict over scarce resources.Climate change could undo decades of progress in tackling poverty.

Campaigns successes: A big thank you for everything in 2011

In a year of economic uncertainty and social change in the UK, CAFOD campaigners stood tall, calling for decision makers and those in power to fight injustice. Here are some of the highlights we enjoyed together.

Act on Poverty: Prime Minister thanks CAFOD supporters

After last year’s general election, CAFOD supporters called on the new UK government to Act on Poverty, demanding action on aid, climate change and making business work for the poor. Now David Cameron has replied.

Protecting campaigners essential for transparency

CAFOD is calling for action to halt the suppression of groups and individuals working for change in the extractives industry in developing countries