In the aftermath of a relentless dzud in Arkhangai Province, a newborn lamb’s fragile fight for survival becomes a poignant symbol of the immense loss and quiet resilience of Mongolia’s herder families. Through scenes of hardship, compassion, and unanswered questions about recovery, the reflection reveals how this winter’s devastation reaches beyond the steppe, binding countryside and city in a shared uncertainty about the future.

• From Participation to Partnership: Child leaders from 13 countries at APFSD 2026 are moving beyond symbolic roles, inviting regional leaders into a shared co-design process and proposing "Innovation Labs" to bridge the gap between policy and the lived realities of their communities.

From Participation to Partnership: At APFSD 2026, child leaders from World VIsion programmes in 13 countries are moving beyond symbolic roles, inviting regional leaders into a shared co-design process and proposing "Innovation Labs" to bridge the gap between policy and the lived realities of their communities.

At APFSD 2026, children and regional leaders unite to close the 88% SDG progress gap. Explore how child-centred innovation and direct negotiation are shaping a resilient future for communities across the Asia-Pacific.

While half of Mongolia's population lives in the capital, rural areas struggle with a lack of understanding about sanitation and clean water systems.

Mongolia is highly vulnerable to severe winter conditions and cold waves, known locally as ‘Dzud’. This condition has been made worse over the years due to climate change.

World Vision International - Mongolia’s goal is to achieve sustained impact on the well-being of 500,000 children in Mongolia, including 140,000 most vulnerable children.  

World Vision Mongolia gave opportunities not only for me but also for many other children. Now we are all grown-ups who are succeeding in different sectors.