In a major stride towards improving foundational learning outcomes in Zambia, World Vision Zambia actively participated in the orientation session for Members of Parliament (MPs) on the #CATCHUP Programme at the National Assembly’s Media Centre. This pivotal event was aimed at equipping policymakers with critical information about the project, fostering ownership, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of these vital educational interventions.

FY25 was a year of hard choices and courageous leadership. In the face of escalating global crises, we responded to 108 emergencies, reaching nearly 36 million people—including over 18 million children—with life-saving food, cash, health care, education, and protection. Determined to do more with less, we reimagined humanitarian operations, driving cost-efficiency and resilience while embracing digital transformation. Artificial intelligence and automation helped reinvest savings into communities, even as funding tightened. We strengthened the sector through training and surge capacity, deepened partnerships to champion child-focused humanitarian action, and pushed for a Humanitarian Reset—an aid system that is decentralised, inclusive, and accountable. In the world’s most fragile contexts, we proved that children can thrive when compassion meets purpose. FY25 wasn’t just about responding to crises—it was about shaping the future of humanitarian action.

A volunteer reading club facilitator in Bosuso transforms her life through vocational training by World Vision Ghana, launching a successful soap-making business that empowers her family and inspires her community.

Magidu, the eldest of six children, was forced to abandon his dream of university education due to financial hardship. Despite dropping out of school, he held onto hope for a better future. In 2018, World Vision recognized his potential and sponsored his training as a motorcycle mechanic, providing tuition and starter kits. Magidu excelled in his training and went on to establish Jimex Motor Garage and Spare Parts.

A “Tree of Life” created by Erbil children highlights their powerful role in peacebuilding and how early participation fosters inclusion and community cohesion.

The national poor educational infrastructure, particularly in rural Zambia, where it directly contributes to high learning poverty rates, severe overcrowding, and low pupil retention, has received urgent attention with World Vision Zambia’s Board of Directors accelerating its Timange Legacy Project to construct a much-needed classroom block at Situnga Primary School in the remote Senanga District, Western Province.

Lack of safe water once forced 18-year-old Sibonelo from Mahlalini to spend hours fetching water from the river, affecting her studies and limiting her family’s ability to grow food. After World Vision’s WASH programme brought clean water into their homestead, everything changed. Sibonelo was able to focus on her education, complete school, and now plans to pursue an electrical wiring course. Her family established a thriving garden, enjoys nutritious meals, and runs a small poultry business, supported by reliable water access. The availability of safe water has strengthened their livelihoods and opened new opportunities for a better future.

Inspiring stories of resilience from Nepal’s communities, supported by World Vision to access education, health, and hope for every child.

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.

How Cash and Voucher Assistance in Azraq camp impacts gender equality, child well-being, and livelihoods, and how a camp project can empower Syrian refugees.