Millions of children still go to school hungry, with a single meal often deciding whether they stay in class or drop out. While 466 million now receive school meals, half of primary school-aged children remain unreached—especially in low-income countries. World Vision’s School Meals Programme delivered daily meals to over one million children in 20 countries and drove 17 policy changes to strengthen national feeding systems. From South Sudan’s new strategy to Rwanda’s citizen-led “Dusangire Lunch,” momentum is building to end child hunger for good.

In today’s world where millions of children still go to school hungry, Mary Njeri, Global School Meals Director, puts a spotlight on school meal programmes—costing less than a cup of coffee per child—that are transforming lives and boosting learning worldwide. With proven impact and high returns, Mary urges governments, donors to make school meals a global priority so no child is left behind.

Why investing in children is the smartest path toward growth, jobs and a more resilient planet and why despite the challenges, she left the meetings feeling more optimistic than discouraged.

How integrated investments across health, nutrition, education, protection, and social protection can help every child thrive amid global crises.

Testing and analysing water sources for physio-chemical and biochemical contaminants is key to ensuring safety and health for vulnerable children.

World Vision Advocates rally on Capitol Hill amid U.S. foreign aid cuts, showing how strategic advocacy can protect vital programmes for vulnerable children.

"Channels of Hope User Guide: Practical steps and curricula for faith-based engagement to drive transformation and collective action."

New findings from UNICEF’s State of the World’s Children 2025 remind us that more than 417 million children are severely deprived in at least two essential areas of life.

World Vision has announced an ambitious US$500 million plan to protect children living in the Amazonian communities facing the escalating impacts of the climate crisis.