One Month On Since The Earthquake Struck Central Myanmar
It’s been one month since the earthquake hit Myanmar, and the need is still massive. Children are going without food and clean water. Schools and hospitals are damaged. Families are living in overcrowded, unsafe shelters. This is truly a crisis within a crisis. Unseasonal rain is already disrupting aid delivery, and with the arrival of monsoon season in the coming months, the compounding effects of these challenges will be catastrophic for thousands of children who have lost their homes and are living in temporary shelters, increasing the risks of waterborne diseases.
World Vision is providing life-saving relief assistance to the children and families affected by the earthquake. We aim to support 500,000 people, including 172,000 children, through immediate relief and long-term recovery efforts. As of 21st April 2025, through our humanitarian efforts, we have reached 162,133 people affected by the earthquake, including 52,358 children.
Impact Sectors
One Month Since the Myanmar Earthquake — Children Still Need Us
Alinka's Story
When the quake struck, the wall behind Alinka shook violently, ripping like a wave. She clung tightly to the door, unfortunately it collapsed on her.
World Vision | Standing with Communities: Our Commitment to Accountability
Inn times of crisis, listening to those affected is just as important as providing support. At World Vision, Accountability to Affected Communities means building trust, ensuring transparency, and protecting the most vulnerable. In this video, see how we: Engage communities through two-way communication Listen and respond through feedback and complaints systems Share clear, accessible information about services Prioritize the protection of children, women, and persons with disabilities Together, we can create a response that is inclusive, respectful, and community-driven.
Accountability In A Disaster Response
Hope In Action
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
Distribution of P&G water purification sachets in one of the target villages of the Tada U Area Programme, helping families access safe drinking water during emergencies.
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
Our staff testing water quality at the Tada U office to ensure safe and clean water for the community.
Food Items
Families from the affected area receive High-Energy Biscuits (HEB) as part of the emergency response to provide immediate nutrition during this critical time.
Food Items
Dr Kyi Minn, National Director of World Vision Myanmar, joined the relief effort by helping distribute essential food items to families affected by the earthquake.
Child-Friendly Space
Create a joyful environment for children - Providing psychosocial education for the mental and emotional trauma caused by earthquake disasters. Due to the recent devastating earthquake, not only physical damages but also emotional wounds and psychological impacts may arise.
Child-Friendly Space
We support overcoming these challenges through various methods such as drawings, Q&A sessions, storytelling, singing, and play-based activities.
Non-Food Items
A mother and her children from an earthquake-affected area, pictured after receiving a mosquito net and sleeping mat provided by World Vision—helping protect them from mosquito-borne diseases and offering comfort and dignity amid displacement.
Non-Food Items
Distribution of mosquito nets and sleeping mats to families affected by the earthquake—providing protection from mosquito-borne illnesses and a safer, more comfortable place to rest during this difficult time.
