Ruth’s story is a powerful example of how a little support can go a long way. She’s just 13 years old, living in the quiet village of Chibombo district in Zambia. Life was tough for her and her family before World Vision’s interventions in her community.

Linh grew up overlooked in rural Vietnam—until a youth programme helped her find her voice, challenge gender bias, and transform her family and future.

In rural Tanzania, 12-year-old Sarah defied child marriage to pursue education. Her courage is inspiring change and proving every girl deserves to learn.

Once a sponsored child, Mohamed Saidu Turay now leads a local partner of World Vision in northern Sierra Leone, supporting child sponsorship through the Foundation for Sulima Chiefdom Residents Empowerment.

Each morning, Grace walks for water, not by choice, but by necessity. Before school. After school. Sometimes until 10 p.m. No child should choose between learning and survival. Stand with Grace. Stand with Issakura. Join the fight for clean water.

Mothers in Lesotho fight hidden hunger and malnutrition with knowledge, nutrition clubs, and backyard gardens to raise healthier, thriving children in their communities.

From Reader to Leader: The Power of Child Participation