publication / July 31, 2026
Health and Nutrition Capacity Statement
World Vision International Myanmar (WVIM) is one of the longest-serving humanitarian and development organization in Myanmar, with more than three decades of operational presence across both stable and conflict-affected contexts. We partner closely with government ministries, civil society, faith based groups, local leaders, and communities to deliver integrated programs in education, child protection, health and nutrition, WASH, livelihoods, and disaster response. Our locally rooted teams ensure culturally relevant, community owned solutions that support children to thrive. In livelihood, our work focuses on strengthening household resilience, restoring livelihoods, and protecting the well-being of vulnerable children through integrated, community-driven approaches that address both immediate needs and long-term recovery. Each year, our programmes reach millions, reflecting our commitment to ensure children are educated, protected, and cared for in safe and resilient communities.
press release / July 23, 2026
PRESS RELEASE: New Water Project Expands Safe Drinking Water Access for Communities in Siem Reap
World Vision Cambodia's WATER Project is expanding access to safe drinking water for more than 3,000 people in Siem Reap through sustainable community-led infrastructure.
article / July 23, 2026
World Vision Ghana and Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly Partner to Advance Urban Development
World Vision Ghana and the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly are strengthening collaboration to improve urban development, WASH, child protection and community wellbeing.
publication / July 21, 2026
ReactsIn Newsletter Issue 1 Feb 2025
Explore the February 2025 ReactsIn newsletter featuring nutrition results, gender-equitable programming, Kenya field visits, and project expansion.
article / July 28, 2026
“We Thought He Wouldn’t Survive”: How Professional Umuganda Is Transforming Child Nutrition in Rutsiro
Adolphe’s remarkable recovery from severe undernutrition highlights the transformative impact of World Vision Rwanda’s Professional Umuganda initiative. After being identified as underweight during community nutrition screening, he received support through the Iziko rehabilitation programme, where his caregiver gained practical knowledge on nutrition, hygiene, and childcare.
Today, Adolphe is a healthy, active child a testament to the power of community-led action. His story reflects the broader success of Professional Umuganda in Rutsiro District, where collaboration among health workers, local leaders, and community members has helped reduce the prevalence of underweight children from 33% to 20% between December 2024 and April 2026, advancing the ENOUGH Campaign’s goal of ensuring every child survives, grows, and thrives.
publication / July 21, 2026
ReactsIn Newsletter Issue 3 July 2026
Discover the latest ReactsIn newsletter featuring community health, nutrition, gender equality, and resilience across five countries.
press release / August 10, 2026
Attacks on humanitarian workers surge under new armed conflict tactics, leaving children without life‑saving aid
World Vision warns that drone warfare is endangering aid workers, restricting humanitarian access, and putting millions of children at greater risk.
article / August 6, 2026
Partnering for Community-Level Urban Sanitation, El Salvador
World Vision's urban sanitation project in El Salvador brought safe, in-home sanitation to 90 families through partnership, innovation and community action.
press release / July 20, 2026
World Vision Zambia Welcomes National Food and Nutrition Security Policy, Calls for Stronger Action on Child Hunger
Lusaka, Zambia – Thursday, July 16, 2026: World Vision Zambia welcomes the launch of the National Food and Nutrition Security Policy by the Office of the Vice President, a major step toward addressing child hunger, malnutrition and food insecurity across Zambia. The policy shows the Government's commitment to building a Zambia where every citizen has access to adequate, safe and nutritious food, and where all forms of malnutrition are eliminated.
article / July 28, 2026
Better Care, Better Nutrition, Healthier Children at Kibingo Health Centre
Kibingo Health Centre serves more than 2,500 people each month, providing essential healthcare to families in Rutsiro District. Through its partnership with the Government of Rwanda and the local community, World Vision Rwanda has strengthened the health centre by improving infrastructure, expanding nutrition education, and supporting community-led efforts to combat child malnutrition.
From constructing a covered walkway and a nutrition demonstration kitchen to implementing Professional Umuganda and the Positive Deviance/Hearth (PDH) model, these interventions have contributed to a reduction in child malnutrition from 32% to 16% while empowering caregivers with practical skills to keep their children healthy.