Three out of four families reported better outcomes for their children, particularly in nutrition, health, and education, with over half of Syrian refugees crediting CVA for enabling continued schooling.

This policy brief, Investing in the Future, presents a compelling case for expanding and increasing funding to Zambia’s School Feeding Programme as a strategic response to child hunger, malnutrition, and poor educational outcomes. Drawing on recent national and global data, the brief outlines the profound impacts of undernutrition on children's health, learning, and future prospects, particularly in rural areas. It highlights how, despite increased government allocations from K39.4 million in 2023 to a proposed K534.4 million in 2025, over 60% of eligible children still remain uncovered by the programme.

April – June 2025

Child-led report highlights how school meal feedback improved attendance, learning, and accountability in four countries

Captures the key interventions, lessons learned, and recommendations from the FEED and GREAN projects in South Sudan, providing actionable insights for future programmes aimed at enhancing gender equality and nutrition outcomes.

Child-focused aid is shrinking despite rising global crises. Investing in children is urgent, smart, and essential for a stable, equitable future.

This promising practice document captures the key interventions, lessons learned, and recommendations from the SPIR Project in Ethiopia, providing actionable insights and recommendations for future programmes aimed at enhancing gender equality and nutrition outcomes.

Enabling pre-school children thrive in Early Child Development Centre World Vision Ethiopia and Education

Discover how 480 community volunteers in Monapo, Mozambique, are leading a revolution in child nutrition, screening over 3,000 children and rehabilitating 683 in the first half of 2025. Learn about World Vision's community-based model, empowering local leaders to combat malnutrition with sustainable solutions and transform lives

This promising practice document captures the key interventions, lessons learned, and recommendations from three projects in Bangladesh.