Our History
Caritas Marsabit has a deeply
rooted history dating back to the Diocese's establishment in November 1964 under
the leadership of Bishop Charles Cavallera. From its inception, the diocese has
been dedicated to serving the pastoralist communities of Marsabit County,
covering an expansive area characterized as 100% Arid and Semi-Arid Land
(ASAL). With a population of nearly half a million people, the county is home
to diverse ethnic and sub-ethnic groups practicing Christianity, Islam, and
African traditional religions.
The diocese's development agency-Caritas
Marsabit, emerged as a committed Faith-Based Organization aligned with the
mission of the diocese: empowering individuals to know God and live in dignity and harmony. Caritas Marsabit's initiatives are deeply rooted in the
community's needs and guided by the values of Love, Honesty, Stewardship,
Accountability, and Community Engagement.
The organization's strategic
pillars reflect a holistic approach to development, addressing critical areas
such as Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), Health and Nutrition,
Sustainable Livelihoods, Justice and Peace (JP), Disaster Risk Reduction,
Climate Change, and Natural Resource Management (DCC-NRM), and Institutional
Development and Capacity Strengthening.
Over the years, Caritas Marsabit
has undertaken various programs and initiatives aimed at improving access to
clean water, healthcare services, sustainable livelihood options, promoting
justice and peace, and building resilience against climate change-related shocks.
The organization's commitment to institutional development and capacity
strengthening has been instrumental in enhancing operational efficiency,
financial management, and accountability.
Through partnerships with
individuals, organizations, and donors who share its vision, Caritas Marsabit
continues to make a lasting impact on the communities of Marsabit County.
Whether through donations, volunteerism, or partnership opportunities,
individuals and organizations are invited to join Caritas Marsabit in building
a better future for the people of Marsabit.
As Caritas Catholic Diocese of
Marsabit continues its mission of building resilient communities, it remains a
beacon of hope and compassion in Marsabit County, embodying the spirit of
service and solidarity universally upheld by the Catholic Church.
To stay connected with Caritas
Marsabit and learn more about our work, individuals can follow us on social
media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or visit our various programs
on this website. For inquiries or further information, individuals can reach
out to Caritas Marsabit via email, phone, or postal address on the contact page.