publication / September 6, 2024
West and Central Africa Newsletter - August 2024
In this issue of the West & Central Africa Newsletter, we turn our focus to the pressing needs confronting our region, which range from disease outbreaks and climate-related challenges to conflict and an underfunded displacement crisis – all in the backdrop of shrinking humanitarian funding.
article / September 18, 2024
World Vision Zambia and Copperbelt University Forge Partnership to Restore Degraded Landscapes through Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR)
World Vision Zambia and Copperbelt University (CBU) have taken a massive step forward in addressing the pressing issue of land degradation by formalizing a partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This strategic collaboration will see the two institutions work together to advance research and promote sustainable land restoration through the Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) model.
publication / August 16, 2024
A report on impacts of climate crisis and environmental degradation on children and youths in Nepal
Study on climate change impacts in Nepal reveals severe risks to children’s health and development. Highlights coping strategies and calls for accelerated climate actions.
article / July 31, 2024
Thanks to support from World Vision, Geordy Regains the Strength to Walk and Overcomes malnutrition
This article tells Geordy's story, a poignant testimony to the positive impact of World Vision's interventions and the importance of projects to combat malnutrition. As the ‘Enough’ campaign prepares to be launched, it is clear that sustained and coordinated efforts can transform lives and build a healthier future for all children.
publication / September 9, 2024
Unfinished Business: The progress in policies to end violence against children
Each year, one billion children suffer from violence, losing their innocence and bearing lifelong scars. Despite government promises to end this violence, progress is inconsistent, with some areas regressing. A new report highlights the current state of policy commitments in 21 countries, revealing that no country has done enough to end violence against children by 2030. While some countries have outlawed violence, enforcement is lacking, and loopholes remain. West Africa, in particular, shows minimal progress and high rates of child marriage and labor.
publication / September 4, 2024
The Implementation of the Social Accountability Framework (I-SAF) Phase II
The Implementation of the Social Accountability Framework (I-SAF) in Cambodia is a result of lessons from World Vision's implementation of Citizen Voice and Action in Cambodia funded by the World Bank. This framework aims to empower citizens, strengthen partnerships between subnational administrations (SNAs) and citizens, and leverage enhanced accountability of SNAs to improve local service delivery.
article / September 12, 2024
Regreening Lesotho: Empowering Communities for Environmental Stewardship
Lesotho tackles climate change through World Vision's Regreening Communities Model, empowering faith leaders and communities to restore landscapes and build resilience.
publication / September 5, 2024
World Vision Kenya, Elite Interns Graduates Class of 2023
This annual internship programme is designed to provide real work experience and professional development to university undergraduates.
article / August 26, 2024
World Vision Ghana Launches ENOUGH Campaign to end Child Hunger and Malnutrition
World Vision Ghana has launched its global ENOUGH campaign to end child hunger and malnutrition. With over 45 years of experience in the country, World Vision Ghana has a proven track record of working with government agencies to improve health systems and community well-being.
publication / September 3, 2024
Policy Brief: Climate Change, Vulnerability and Migration
This policy brief looks at climate change and socio-economic factors that drive migration in Southeast Asia, impacting vulnerable communities and reshaping family dynamics.