This article highlights an initiative by World Vision DRC to empower 25 young mothers in Bukanga Lonzo, Kwango Province, through vocational training and the provision of sewing machines. After two months of dressmaking training delivered by a local youth association, the beneficiaries received complete sewing kits to help them immediately launch income-generating activities. The piece underscores how this support goes beyond material assistance, representing hope, restored dignity, and a pathway to financial independence. Drawing on testimonies from local authorities, trainers, and beneficiaries, the article illustrates the initiative's broader impact on livelihoods, self-employment, and community development, positioning it as a concrete step towards sustainable economic empowerment for vulnerable young women.

The funding crisis risks undoing decades of progress to end FGM. Global actors are urged to invest more and scale up efforts to stop this human rights violation.

After overcoming a serious illness, Sopho returned to her home village Vazisubani to set up a successful and inclusive social enterprise for her community.

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.

This is a child friendly version of the Africa Union Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls.

World Vision and Global Affairs Canada launch the Monapo Integrated Support Centre, providing essential services for survivors. The Every Girl Can project transforms lives in Nampula by tackling child marriage, empowering young leaders, and keeping girls in school through practical support

Empowering Africa’s Children: World Vision Presents Child‑Friendly AU Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls

Falene’s life transforms as her family gains livelihoods and clean water, easing child labour pressures and giving her time to learn, play and hope again.

In the Dominican Republic, World Vision’s child-led school meals research—part of the SUFICIENTE campaign—amplifies children’s voices to improve nutrition programs through firsthand stories, data collection, and advocacy.