Asuntha Charles takes the lead as National Director for World Vision in Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. Discover her bold vision for 2026, rooted in local resilience, courage, and hope for every child.

Somalia remains one of the most protracted and complex humanitarian contexts globally, with over three decades of armed conflict, political fragility, and recurrent climate shocks degrading livelihoods and resilience. Cycles of insecurity, drought, and flooding—now intensified by climate change—continue to devastate communities, with children disproportionately affected (FSNAU & FEWS NET, 2025; OCHA, 2025). As of early 2025, internal displacement has surged to an estimated 3.9 million people, driven by conflict, food insecurity, and environmental disasters (IOM, 2025), placing immense strain on essential services and deepening urban fragility.

World Vision is influencing the adoption and implementation of policies relating to FGM in Kenya, Sudan, Somalia and Sudan. The policy brief highlights strategic policy recommendations targeting national governments, regional institutions donors faith and community leaders.

What do climate resilience, WASH financing, and the outcomes of COP30 mean for children and communities across the Asia–Pacific region?

Article on the Regional Dialogue on Sharing Good Practices and Lessons Learned on Social Inclusion of Climate Change on Women and Children in ASEAN

Children and youth researchers demand immediate policy change to end malnutrition. Read the new Asia-Pacific report mandating free school meal programs.

New data shows extreme climate and scarcity are pushing millions into acute hunger as aid declines. Amidst this crisis, World Vision is working with partners, including youth leaders, to drive innovative, localised solutions to build a sustainable and dignified future for the region.

Smart cities need to be more than technologically advanced. They must put people, especially vulnerable families, at the centre of planning.

A new era of advocacy: The CHAMP Network mobilises children and youth to investigate the root causes of malnutrition. Learn how their evidence-based research is shaping the fight against hunger in 2026.