World Vision’s localisation approach promotes locally led development and humanitarian action through equitable partnerships, shared power, and community leadership.

At the Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week (HNPW) 2026, World Vision demonstrated how child-centred, evidence-driven approaches can deliver greater impact, efficiency, and resilience at a moment when humanitarian needs are rising and resources are under intense strain. Across seven high-impact sessions, in partnership with UN agencies like WFP, FAO, clusters and networks like School Meals Coalition, Food Security Cluster and the Cash Learning and Partnership (CALP) Network, World Vision representatives helped shape global conversations on the Humanitarian Reset, bringing practical field experience, strong partnerships, and a clear focus on outcomes for children and communities.

In Munuki Payam, Juba County, where hardship often hides behind closed doors, one woman is quietly transforming her community. As a volunteer with World Vision’s Child-Friendly Space, Mary Laku is reaching the most vulnerable—supporting women in crisis, and ensuring children are not left behind. Grounded in her own life experiences, her work is restoring dignity, strengthening families, and challenging harmful norms.

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World Vision strengthens local civil society in Eastern Europe, empowering youth, supporting EU reforms, and promoting sustainable, locally led development.

An exploration of feminist leadership in conflict-affected settings and how centring women’s rights transforms participation, protection, and peace.

Juma Ignatius says women bear the brunt of climate and humanitarian crises yet are sidelined. Empowering women’s leadership is vital for children’s futures.

Rouka Douzané turned small savings into a thriving restaurant that now employs 13 people. She provides her community with both income opportunities and a welcoming space to gather. Beyond business, she champions women’s rights by fighting harmful practices like child marriage and gender-based violence. Her vision is to expand Empowered Worldview training to help more families break free from poverty and build lasting change.