publication / April 24, 2024
Country Fact Sheet 2024: World Vision in Burkina Faso
Here is World Vision's 2024 country profile for Burkina Faso. Click here to find out more:
press release / May 8, 2024
World Vision will assist 200,000 children in Brazil impacted by Rio Grande do Sul floods
Press release that highlights World Vision's plans to support vulnerable children impacted by devastating floods in the Rio Grande do Sul area in Brazil.
article / April 29, 2024
How Facilitating Engagements With Adolescent Girls and Young Women Positively Impacted Bongimpilo's Own Life
Bongimpilo, of Mantambe Area Programme, has been part of the “Halting The Spread Of HIV Amongst The Swazi Society” Project, which aims to transform the lives of young girls and women in underprivileged communities, since 2022. As Bongimpilo continued to work on the project, she found solace in knowing that she wasn't alone in her journey. She connected with other team members who shared similar experiences, forming a support network that helped her navigate her own challenges. Together, they shared stories, offered encouragement, and provided a safe space for vulnerability.
article / May 7, 2024
DR Congo: Empower project promotes gender inclusion through basic education
This article illustrates the success of one of World Vision's innovative projects. It shows how World Vision, through the Empower Project, is promoting gender and social inclusion in children's education by providing them with a healthy environment and supporting their teachers through gender awareness sessions.
article / April 30, 2024
Denise’s bright vision not deterred by visual impairment.
Denise is a 16-year-old bright and bubbly girl who lives in the Eastern part of Rwanda. Her dream is to become famous, an inspiration, and support for the most vulnerable. This powerful sense of purpose Denise has, was stirred by a journey of healing and triumph she walked, after losing her sight.
article / March 28, 2024
In Mozambique: World Vision celebrates approval of “much awaited” Disability Act
World Vision is celebrating the approval of the Disability Act which is going to contribute to increasing inclusion in the country especially for children with disability in multiple contexts.
article / April 30, 2024
World Vision Kenya Launches National Flood Response
Amidst the devastating floods in Kenya, Mathare North Primary School shelters 200 families, grappling with despair. As of April 29th, the Government of Kenya reports indicate that approximately 150,365 people have been displaced by the ongoing rains, with 169 deaths recorded as floods swept through almost half of Kenya.
World Vision is responding with urgent aid, delivering cash transfers having launched a national flood relief effort to reach over 84,000 affected individuals.
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.
publication / March 19, 2024
World Vision Senegal Annual Report 2023
This Report presents the main achievements for the 2023 financial year. Key activities were carried out in the sectors of child protection, education, health and Women Empowerment in rural areas in Senegal.