In Afghanistan, children continue to suffer as crisis follows crisis.

A 6.3 magnitude quake devastated at least 12 villages near the city of Herat on Saturday, 7 October 2023.

Children and families in Afghanistan are experiencing one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world, and now a deadly earthquake has brought more tragedy.

Over 2,000 people have been killed and thousands injured; people lost their houses and belongings. An already suffering population now faces another deadly challenge. 

World Vision is the first responder to the devastating earthquake through: 

• 13,748 people received life-saving health and nutrition services;
• 2,044 people received non-food item kits;
• 5,376 people received hygiene kits;
• 651 individuals received multi-purpose-cash assistance; and
• 5 child protection help desks and 4 child-friendly spaces are established.