In the Shadow of Hunger: The Power of Self-Reliance to Protect Children and Restore Hope

As funding declines and hunger rises, new research from World Vision, in collaboration with the World Food Programme (WFP), shows that household self‑reliance—or the ability to provide for basic needs without external assistance, protects children from hunger, child labour, early marriage, school dropout, and family separation.

World Vision launches “I’m Wearing the 10 for Children,” a regional campaign mobilising action to protect children across Latin America.

Ongoing ceasefire violations in Lebanon, including airstrikes, shelling, displacement orders, and military activity, continue to drive humanitarian needs.

In South Sudan, girls like Shufa are forced from school into labour—hunger and displacement push millions of children’s futures to the brink.

Faith leaders issue an open letter urging governments to tackle hunger, protect food systems, and ensure access to nutrition in a world of growing crises.

Mozambican bank institution partners to boost nutrition and reduce high levels of malnutrition among children.

World Vision Eswatini strengthens staff skills through Citizen Voice and Action training, promoting community participation and lasting improvements in children’s well-being.

Joining Forces Nepal urges stronger action to end child labour, highlighting laws, challenges, and the need for collaboration, protection, and support for children.

World Vision welcomes the G7 Common Set of Principles for a safer and more secure digital space for children and adolescents.