campaign against child hunger and malnutrition, called ASSEZ. World Vision is working with several ministries and partners in Senegal. The international NGO is a member of Joining Forces and CONAME.

A group of sponsors from the Presbyterian Church of Colombia congregation in the USA visited the children they sponsor through World Vision Senegal's programmes.

In this issue of the West & Central Africa Newsletter, we highlight the remarkable progress accomplished across our programmes throughout the year 2024, looking back on the trials and celebrating the triumphs.

NGOs in the GoLD+ consortium met in Dakar (Dec 2-5, 2024) to align on requirements and standards, a crucial step before the program's implementation.

The Citizen Voice and Action (CVA) approach has significantly transformed the education sector by empowering communities to advocate for better educational services and infrastructure. Through CVA, parents, teachers, and local leaders actively engage with policymakers to address challenges such as inadequate school facilities, teacher shortages, and lack of learning materials. As a result, many schools have seen improved resource allocation, enhanced accountability, and increased enrollment rates, ultimately creating a more conducive learning environment for children

In the aftermath of the October 2023 Herat earthquake, children like Mohammad continue to carry the weight of memories from the tragedy. But in the midst of the pain, hope shines through. In World Vision’s Child-Friendly Spaces, children find more than a place to play—they discover safety, normalcy, and healing. Here, they learn life skills and find relief from the horrors they've endured. With support from World Vision Hong Kong, children like Mohammad are given the opportunity to enjoy their well-being. Take a moment to watch this video and see how we’ve been supporting children rebuild their lives.

Ce Bulletin d'information revient sur les activités de World Vision Sénégal de juin à septembre 2024. Il s'agit notamment de la clôture du projet FISONG avec 300 jeunes talibés formés et de l'accès à l'eau potable qui transforme des vies au village Dialamakhan à Tambacounda.