After surviving conflict, displacement and prolonged school closures in North Kivu, 12-year-old Kelly is now facing a new threat: Ebola. Her story highlights the resilience of children caught between war and disease, and the importance of keeping education alive during crises. Through World Vision’s Integrated Response to Emergency Education in Eastern DRC project, supported by Education Cannot Wait, thousands of children have returned to learning in safer and more supportive school environments. As fears of a new Ebola outbreak grow, Kelly’s determination to continue her education reflects both the hopes and vulnerabilities of children in eastern DRC, underscoring the urgent need to protect their right to learn and thrive.

A mother in Dhaka's slums was forced to choose between feeding her children and educating them. Read her story of loss, guilt, and one daughter's second chance.

As Somalia grapples with drought, communities in Buurhakaba are on the verge of famine

This inspiring article highlights how World Vision's Let the Children Come (LCC) project is transforming the lives of children in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo through Bible Reading Clubs. Operating in areas affected by conflict, disease outbreaks, and social challenges, the initiative provides children with spiritual guidance, literacy support, and life skills through regular Bible reflection sessions. Through the personal testimonies of Bright and Christophe, readers discover how these clubs help children develop positive behaviour, strengthen their faith, learn to read, and embrace values such as obedience, forgiveness, and peacebuilding. The article also showcases the role of trained Sunday school facilitators, the distribution of thousands of Bibles and educational materials, and the integration of critical health messages, including Ebola prevention. Ultimately, the story demonstrates how Bible Reading Clubs serve as safe spaces where children can heal, learn, and grow, while calling for the expansion of this proven model to reach more vulnerable children across the region.

4.2 million returnees are currently living in Ukraine, including 1.55 million people – 37% of all returnees – in frontline areas where active conflict is ongoing, raising urgent concerns that for millions of children, “going home” does not yet mean reaching safety, World Vision warns.

In South Sudan, girls like Shufa are forced from school into labour—hunger and displacement push millions of children’s futures to the brink.

For years, the community faced heartbreaking losses, with an average of 250 children reportedly dying from malnutrition each year.

Discover how a community-based maternal and child health project in Mongolia improved child nutrition, strengthened primary healthcare, and empowered families.