Esther, 13, is one of the children in Chongwe District, Zambia, who has greatly benefited from World Vision’s IMPACT+ programme, implemented at her school. The IMPACT+ programme is designed to nurture competent and compassionate agents of change, young people who are motivated, skilled, and equipped with strong values to positively impact their communities.

Menstruation period was a menace for girls like the 16-year-old Cynthia, who relieves the ordeal of missing school every single week of the month. Cynthia, a grade eight at Chipapa Primary School, explains that girls who reach the menstrual age like her face the challenge of finding sanitary pads adding that in most cases they would just avoid school and stay home until menstruation is over.

“Education must continue even during crisis” says Nersyan, 16. Along with several other Palestinian children, she told us about the formidable barriers that Palestinian children are facing when trying to continue learning. However, she reminds us that quality humanitarian programmes can make a difference and help Palestinian children to realize their right to education.

“Education is not a privilege, it is a fundamental right essential for building a future full of hope and resilience” says Nersyan, 16. Along with several other Palestinian children, she told us about the formidable barriers that Palestinian children are facing when trying to continue learning. However, she reminds us that quality humanitarian programmes can make a difference and help Palestinian children to realize their right to education.

World Vision Catch-Up Programme - Inspiring foundational learning for all children: A call for action

In a major boost to healthcare and education services in Western Province, World Vision Zambia, through its Agriculture, Nutrition, Education and Water (ANEW) Project, has officially handed over newly constructed infrastructure to the Nkeyema District community. The handover ceremony, held in collaboration with the government and local stakeholders, marks a significant milestone in efforts to improve the well-being of vulnerable populations in the region.

World Vision Iraq, with funding from a private donor, has supported 211 children in six schools to access Catch-Up Classes and rehabilitated washing facilities in six schools. In addition, the team on the ground has emphasised the importance of handwashing and maintaining a clean environment. This year, 2,455 children (1,201 boys and 1,254 girls). participated in hygiene awareness-raising activities.

“Our dream is simple: To have access to clean water, enough food and safe schools” said Ameer 16, from the West Bank. Along with several other Palestinian children, he reminded the participants of the 2025 European Humanitarian Forum (EHF) about how the current conflict has disrupted their education, mental health, and sense of normalcy. But they also spoke of how education programming, when combined with psychosocial support and protection, can turn schools in places of safety, hope, and healing.