publication / July 31, 2026
Health and Nutrition Capacity Statement
World Vision International Myanmar (WVIM) is one of the longest-serving humanitarian and development organization in Myanmar, with more than three decades of operational presence across both stable and conflict-affected contexts. We partner closely with government ministries, civil society, faith based groups, local leaders, and communities to deliver integrated programs in education, child protection, health and nutrition, WASH, livelihoods, and disaster response. Our locally rooted teams ensure culturally relevant, community owned solutions that support children to thrive. In livelihood, our work focuses on strengthening household resilience, restoring livelihoods, and protecting the well-being of vulnerable children through integrated, community-driven approaches that address both immediate needs and long-term recovery. Each year, our programmes reach millions, reflecting our commitment to ensure children are educated, protected, and cared for in safe and resilient communities.
article / July 28, 2026
Better Care, Better Nutrition, Healthier Children at Kibingo Health Centre
Kibingo Health Centre serves more than 2,500 people each month, providing essential healthcare to families in Rutsiro District. Through its partnership with the Government of Rwanda and the local community, World Vision Rwanda has strengthened the health centre by improving infrastructure, expanding nutrition education, and supporting community-led efforts to combat child malnutrition.
From constructing a covered walkway and a nutrition demonstration kitchen to implementing Professional Umuganda and the Positive Deviance/Hearth (PDH) model, these interventions have contributed to a reduction in child malnutrition from 32% to 16% while empowering caregivers with practical skills to keep their children healthy.
article / July 28, 2026
“We Thought He Wouldn’t Survive”: How Professional Umuganda Is Transforming Child Nutrition in Rutsiro
Adolphe’s remarkable recovery from severe undernutrition highlights the transformative impact of World Vision Rwanda’s Professional Umuganda initiative. After being identified as underweight during community nutrition screening, he received support through the Iziko rehabilitation programme, where his caregiver gained practical knowledge on nutrition, hygiene, and childcare.
Today, Adolphe is a healthy, active child a testament to the power of community-led action. His story reflects the broader success of Professional Umuganda in Rutsiro District, where collaboration among health workers, local leaders, and community members has helped reduce the prevalence of underweight children from 33% to 20% between December 2024 and April 2026, advancing the ENOUGH Campaign’s goal of ensuring every child survives, grows, and thrives.
press release / July 20, 2026
World Vision Zambia Welcomes National Food and Nutrition Security Policy, Calls for Stronger Action on Child Hunger
Lusaka, Zambia – Thursday, July 16, 2026: World Vision Zambia welcomes the launch of the National Food and Nutrition Security Policy by the Office of the Vice President, a major step toward addressing child hunger, malnutrition and food insecurity across Zambia. The policy shows the Government's commitment to building a Zambia where every citizen has access to adequate, safe and nutritious food, and where all forms of malnutrition are eliminated.
publication / August 6, 2026
Situation Report I Period 1 December 2025 – 31 January FY26
World Vision Afghanistan reached 450,542 people with health, WASH, food security, livelihoods, protection, and emergency assistance.
publication / August 6, 2026
Situation Report | Reporting Period: 1 April – 31 May FY26
World Vision Afghanistan's April–May 2026 humanitarian response reached 223,734 people across multiple sectors.
publication / August 6, 2026
Situation Report | Reporting Period 1 February – 31 March FY26
World Vision Afghanistan reached 463,622 people through health, WASH, food security, livelihoods, protection, and emergency response.
article / June 24, 2026
DR Congo: Growing More Than Food – Strengthening Child Nutrition Through Sustainable Agriculture
In Central Kasai, World Vision's chronic malnutrition prevention project is helping families improve child nutrition through sustainable agriculture and livelihoods. With support from KOICA and WFP, households are adopting market gardening and rabbit farming to increase access to nutritious foods, diversify diets, generate income, and build resilience. The initiative is contributing to healthier children, stronger families, and lasting community change.
article / August 5, 2026
Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life
Discover how World Vision's Care Groups and MenCare approach strengthen breastfeeding support in Kenya, helping families give children the best start.
article / June 25, 2026
DR Congo: When Fathers Get Involved, Children's Nutrition Improves Through Positive Masculinity
This story highlights how World Vision is promoting positive masculinity in Luambo Health Zone, Kasai Central, by encouraging fathers to play an active role in child nutrition and family health. Through changing social norms and shared household responsibilities, men are participating in food production, meal planning, and maternal healthcare, contributing to healthier children and more resilient families. The article demonstrates how engaging fathers is helping to improve nutrition outcomes and build lasting behavioural change in communities.