article / March 26, 2024
My disability won’t be my discouragement
My disability won’t be my discouragement
article / March 26, 2024
Improving Child Health Through Breastfeeding: World Vision's Efforts
Mothers' Clubs foster knowledge-sharing on breastfeeding & nutrition in Haiti, supported by World Vision for healthier children.
article / March 21, 2024
Championing male involvement in child health
World Vision is empowering men to champion child health
article / March 21, 2024
Water Day: Preventing Conflicts over Water Resources
Water Day 2024: World Vision promotes the role of water in preventing water-related conflict in West Africa. This situation is exacerbated by the increase in insecurity, which is a constraint on access and resource use patterns.
opinion / March 12, 2024
Enough Food for Every Child: a Human Right?
As Elena Gaia prepares for the Geneva launch of World Vision’s ENOUGH campaign that calls for an end to child hunger and malnutrition, she ponders the enormous opportunities that NGOs like World Vision have to amplify the voices of children, while advocating at international forums like the Human Rights Council.
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.