Following the decision of the International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) to expand its support for Syrian victims affected by the 2023 earthquake, representatives of the organisation conducted a field visit last week, joined by Patriarchal Counsellor Fr. Ciprian Ioniță, Coordinator of the Social-Philanthropic Department of the Romanian Patriarchate. The IOCC team overseeing local humanitarian activities…
The World Council of Churches (WCC) recognized the International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) as a specialized ministry partner. This recognition as a specialized ministry is the culmination of a long and productive relationship focused on service. Since its inception, IOCC has collaborated with the WCC on various emergency relief initiatives. IOCC shares with the WCC a…
Particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, we need to respond with compassion, the executive director of International Orthodox Christian Charities, Constantine Triantafilou, said in an interview with the World Council of Churches. „One way the International Orthodox Christian Charities is doing this is through a new suite of tools called the Care Compass (iocc.org/carecompass). These tools map ways…
International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) is launching a new fundraising campaign, aiming to raise $250,000 for programming that supports children and families who have survived trauma and tragedy in Syria. Children are among the millions affected by the conflict in Syria, including many displaced in their own country. Whether through exposure to violence or the…
