article / March 18, 2024
Bridging the gap: enhanced facilities uplift Yemen's female students
Girls can continue their studies
publication / March 12, 2024
Joining Forces Alliance Somalia Advocacy and Policy Asks on Combatting Violence Against Women and Girls in Somalia
Somalia continues to face significant challenges in addressing violence against women and girls (VAWG). According to the Somalia Health and Demographic Survey (SHDS, 2020), gender-based violence (GBV) remains one of the most prevalent human rights violations faced by women and girls in Somalia. The survey shows that over 60% of women face physical abuse, denial of education, forced marriage, rape and sexual harassment forms of domestic violence.
article / March 13, 2024
Tropical storm “Filipo” affects nearly 3,000 people and destroys 14 health facilities in Mozambique
Tropical storm "Filipo" is affecting southern region of Mozambique after landing in Inhambane province where more than 500 houses were partially and totally destroyed. Meteorology authorities predict more rains and strong winds and regions such as the capital Maputo where some of the most populous districts have come under water will likely increase the number of the affected people.
article / March 14, 2024
World Vision Zambia and VisionFund Zambia launch Women Empowerment and Gender Equality Initiative
In an effort to foster gender equality and empower women, World Vision Zambia and VisionFund Zambia have jointly launched the Women Empowerment and Gender Equality Initiative (WEGEI). The initiative aims to create a supportive environment for female staff, enabling them to realize their full potential and contribute effectively in all aspects of their lives.
article / March 7, 2024
Women in action: From grassroots to global
A 19 years old Rima has emerged as an international young female advocate for women and children and serves as a youth representative for the children and youth council in her Community, located in the village of Anlong Kong Tmey, Khan Dangkor, Cambodia.
article / March 6, 2024
Transformative Initiatives Empower Women Amidst Climate Change Challenges
Empowering women amidst climate change challenges in Sustainable Land Management (SLM) practices leads to increased vegetable production, income diversification, joint engagement in production, and improved family health.
opinion / March 8, 2024
Treating women workers fairly starts with us
Cristina, one of World Vision’s gender specialists in the LAC region, considers what steps need to happen for women to be fairly treated in the workplace.
press release / February 22, 2024
World Vision Uganda’s Baby-Friendly Health Facility Initiative Transforms Maternal and Child Health Services in Bugiri District
World Vision Uganda’s Baby-Friendly Health Facility Initiative Transforms Maternal and Child Health Services in Bugiri District
World Vision Uganda, under its Health Technical Programmes, continues to fortify health systems by championing initiatives that enhance the delivery of quality maternal and child health services. Through its innovative approach, the Baby-Friendly Health Facilities Initiative (BFHI), World Vision is driving significant improvements in healthcare delivery to over 18 districts across the country, and Bugiri District being part of this quality improvement approach.
article / March 1, 2024
Empowering women: A path to Inclusive organisational development
Hsa Thu Lay, Finance and Support Services Director at World Vision International Myanmar, shares her journey to leadership and highlights the transformative impact of gender equality in organisations. She emphasises the importance of women's inclusion for organisational success, urging action to address persistent disparities.