article / March 28, 2024
La Soledad: The Church for Migrants in Mexico City
In the heart of Mexico City, next to the iconic yet challenging neighborhood of Tepito, lies La Soledad shelter, a sanctuary for hundreds of migrants from various corners of the world. This sanctuary offers more than just a place to rest; it provides sustenance, medical assistance, legal guidance, and refuge for those migrating towards the United States.
Among its occupants are over 400 individuals residing in tents on the plaza adjacent to the sanctuary. Their hopes are pinned on a text message that will tell them if they have been admitted to the asylum program offered by the United States. However, behind the daily routines and acts of solidarity lies the dilemma of migrant children and adolescents who make their way to this site. Organizations such as World Vision Mexico and UNICEF have joined forces to address these pressing needs, implementing Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) initiatives to safeguard health and well-being.
The stories of families like Luzmar and Yesmelis serve as reminders of the trials in search of a better future. From the jungles of Darien to the bustling streets of Mexico City, their odyssey is marked by resilience. Despite setbacks and uncertainties, their determination remains steadfast, fueled by the dream of a safer tomorrow for their children.
opinion / February 2, 2024
Challenging and changing safeguarding culture for good
World Vision International President and CEO, Andrew Morley, shares best practices in safeguarding that he believes should be standard for all humanitarian and development organisations
publication / February 29, 2024
Price Shocks: Economic gains masking a growing hunger and malnutrition crisis
World Vision's annual price survey analyses global food prices over the past three years. This Price Shocks report is a continuation of our 2021 and 2022 studies with findings showing a slight dip in the highest costs of living for some while others remain at previously marked crisis levels. This year's findings continue to underscore the uneven recovery from the socioeconomic shocks from COVID-19, inflation, and extreme weather and indicates a disparity of food prices, both in the current cost of the basket of 10 common food items and in the year-on-year comparisons. We provide insight into the year-on-year changes and share recommendations on mitigation for various audiences.
article / March 5, 2024
Fatouma, the invisible warrioress of Mosul
Fatouma has a strong sense of pride in all she has done for her family, especially for her children. She is particularly proud that her children continued their education and are studying at university. Continuing education is something Fatouma missed out on.
But the journey was not easy for Fatouma. There were lots of obstacles, difficulties, and suffering. She keeps much of the pain to herself, alongside which is her bittersweet feeling of having overcome, throughout life’s long journey.
opinion / March 19, 2024
El trato justo a las trabajadoras empieza por nosotros
Cristina, una de las especialistas en cuestiones de género de World Vision en la región de América Latina y el Caribe, analiza los pasos necesarios para que las mujeres reciban un trato justo en el lugar de trabajo.
video / October 26, 2017
Good luck Moli!
Cocoa beans produced in Vanuatu by World Vision-trained farmer Moli have been named in the top 50 in the world.The Cocoa of Excellence Programme announced the top 50 cocoa bean samples for 2017 from those submitted from 40 countries.
publication / March 7, 2024
Venezuela Crisis Response Update December 2023
Discover how 'Esperanza sin Fronteras' is making a tangible impact amid the migration crisis across Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela. Learn how our multi-country approach and strategic partnerships provide comprehensive support to over 2 million individuals, including 43% migrant children and adolescents. Join us in building a world where solidarity and compassion know no borders
article / February 28, 2024
Ukrainian mother in Moldova finds life’s purpose in child care and development work
World Vision's Childcare Support Course was organized in collaboration with WeWorld and the Pedagogical College "Alexei Mateevici", accredited by the National Agency for Quality Assurance in Education and Research in Moldova. This project is supported by Aktion Deutschland Hilft.
video / March 27, 2024
World Vision's MHNTs: a lifeline for many
In Afghanistan, 17.9 million people need health assistance.
World Vision Afghanistan seeks to ensure children and their families enjoy good health.
One of World Vision Afghanistan’s Health and Nutrition Centres, supported by the German Federal Foreign Office (GFFO), in Badghis province provides the most vulnerable people with health and nutrition services.