World Vision Ethiopia aims to restore 4.6M hectares by 2033 with FMNR, reviving ecosystems and improving lives through community-led action.

In the heart of Timor-Leste, farmers are restoring more than just land they are cultivating hope.

Through the Sustainable Livelihood Enhancement Project, World Vision Sierra Leone is empowering 100 farming households in Pujehun District by handing over livestock. This initiative aims to boost food security, strengthen livelihoods and support “Feed Salone” programme.

World Vision Ethiopia restores land with FMNR & agroforestry, planting millions of trees and supporting farmers for greener, resilient communities.

Yukiko Yamada Morović, Technical Director for ESCA, reflects on whether carbon credits work and who truly benefits when nature becomes a marketplace.

The Government and World Vision International Lao PDR: Sustainable Forest Management for Environmental and Community Well-being in Mai District, Phongsaly Province.

The Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) Business Plan for Zambia (2023–2033) outlines a comprehensive strategy to restore 2 million hectares of degraded land, contributing to climate resilience and improved livelihoods. World Vision Zambia aims to directly restore 600,000 hectares through community-based programming and catalyse broader adoption of FMNR practices to cover an additional 1.4 million hectares. FMNR is a cost-effective land restoration technique that involves the regeneration of native trees and shrubs from existing root systems or seeds. The plan highlights FMNR’s ability to improve soil fertility, water retention, biodiversity, and agricultural productivity, ultimately doubling crop yields and increasing income for farming families.

For #WorldCitiesDay Aline argues that smart cities aren’t built with sensors and data alone, but with empathy, inclusion, and justice.