Huda, 20, lives in isolation in rural Iraq. Disabled and in need of clean water, toilets, and medical care—her only escape is drawing and imagination.

With support from World Vision International Nepal, Langurkhola Basic Health Service Centre was declared the first Nutrition-Friendly Health Facility (NFHF) of Sindhuli.

Education, santé et nutrition, autonomisation des femmes en milieu rural, Journée des Réfugiés, voilà autant de sujets abordés dans ce bulletin de World Vision Sénégal pour la période allant d'Avril à Juin 2025.

Lerato’s education was nearly lost to poverty until World Vision stepped in, helping her return to school and restore her dream of becoming a nurse.

In the village of Kakombo, DR Congo, Jina Mujinga represents the quiet yet powerful dedication behind school meals. A mother of nine and a devoted volunteer, she cooks each morning to nourish hundreds of students, giving them a real chance to learn with full stomachs. Through her story, the full impact of the school feeding programme supported by WFP in partnership with World Vision, and funded by the European Union, is real.

In rural Tanzania, 12-year-old Sarah defied child marriage to pursue education. Her courage is inspiring change and proving every girl deserves to learn.

This article highlights the progress of a school feeding programme in the Greater Kasai region of the Democratic Republic of Congo. By promoting the use of locally grown, nutrient-rich crops such as cowpeas, cassava, and sweet potatoes, the initiative not only improves the nutritional quality of school meals but also strengthens community resilience and agricultural self-sufficiency. It showcases how different provinces like Kasaï Oriental, Kasaï Central, and Lomami are adapting crop choices based on local needs and market value. The article also emphasises the educational dimension of the programme and outlines how communities are taking ownership to sustain the initiative even during school holidays. Through a blend of nutrition, education, and local empowerment, the programme stands as a model for sustainable development.

World Vision Senegal's quarterly newsletter, January to March 2025.