The latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) update for South Sudan reveals a critical situation: over half of the country’s population is projected to experience crisis or worse levels of hunger (IPC Phase 3 and above) between April and July 2026. The report warns of a potential deterioration towards famine in areas affected by ongoing conflict and instability.

World Vision and WFP bring lifesaving bread to families in Northwest Syria, restoring dignity and hope amid rising food insecurity.

The humanitarian crisis in Somalia has reached catastrophic levels, with children's lives at risk. Despite urgent needs, the response is severely underfunded, with only 21% of required funding received, three months till year's end - the lowest in decades, warns World Vision. The nutrition cluster, crucial for health and nutrition services, has received just 9% of needed funds, leaving millions without urgent support.

This briefing begins from a simple but urgent truth: climate policy that leaves children out is a failed policy. If we are serious about tackling the climate emergency

Children face a growing hunger crisis driven by climate change. This review assesses how NDCs and NAPs address child hunger under the Paris Agreement.

Prioritising localisation, World Vision Ukraine Crisis Response has delivered 83.8% of 31 projects with local organisations since 2022.

Local Disaster Risk Reduction for Preparedness and Recovery Manual: Enhancing Communities' Resilience in North East Syria.

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

Brikena Zogaj and Lilian Mumbi, World Vision Technical Experts, emphasise that hunger is not just a food issue but a protection crisis, especially for children who face exploitation, early marriage, and displacement due to food insecurity. They highlight how integrating child protection into food aid programmes—such as those by World Vision—can safeguard children and improve long-term outcomes. The authors call on global actors to fund and prioritise child-focused, integrated approaches to ensure children are not only fed but also protected and empowered.