press release / September 20, 2023
UN, CSOs Urge Increased News Coverage on Breastfeeding
World Vision, UNICEF, WHO, Alive & Thrive, Helen Keller, Plan and the Scaling Up Nutrition Civil Society Alliance have conducted a journalism competition to raise awareness on breastfeeding and make a difference for working parents.
article / August 21, 2023
A Nightmare for Mothers: Breastfeeding in the COVID-19 Pandemic
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Ghana had made significant progress in breastfeeding practices. The country had implemented successful programmes that led to an increase in the adoption and practice of breastfeeding among lactating mothers across the country.
opinion / August 1, 2023
Making breastfeeding work in a hunger crisis
For #WorldBreastFeedingWeek Colleen Emary calls for more investment to ensure women can breastfeed when food is in short supply.
article / July 26, 2023
Common Myths about Breastfeeding in Emergencies
There are many mistaken beliefs when it comes to breastfeeding infants and young children during emergencies. Here are some of the most common myths surrounding breastfeeding in emergency contexts.
press release / November 3, 2023
World Vision’s “Health centres of excellence for breastfeeding” initiative scaled up to 34 health centres in Siem Reap and Preah Vihear provinces
In collaboration with the Ministry of Health, the National Nutrition Programme, and the National Maternal Child Health Centre, World Vision Cambodia is scaling up the “Baby-Friendly Health Centre” project in Siem Reap and Preah Vihear provinces.
article / August 7, 2023
BREASTFEEDING AND WORK: WORLD VISION TANZANIA LAUNCHES NURSING ROOMS FOR STAFF
World vision Tanzania, Health and Nutrition Department launches its first nursing room in their Dar office.
article / August 7, 2023
BREASTFEEDING AND WORK: WORLD VISION TANZANIA LAUNCHES NURSING ROOMS FOR STAFF
World vision Tanzania, Health and Nutrition Department launches its first nursing room in their Dar office.
video / March 26, 2024
World Vision Ghana Improves Water Access and Sanitation Facilities in Agortime-Ziope District
In the Agortime-Ziope district, community members, including children, had to walk long distances to streams and dams to access water for household use. This situation also makes the work of nurses and health workers stressful and uncomfortable. World Vision Ghana is improving access to water and sanitation in the district
press release / February 22, 2024
World Vision Uganda’s Baby-Friendly Health Facility Initiative Transforms Maternal and Child Health Services in Bugiri District
World Vision Uganda’s Baby-Friendly Health Facility Initiative Transforms Maternal and Child Health Services in Bugiri District
World Vision Uganda, under its Health Technical Programmes, continues to fortify health systems by championing initiatives that enhance the delivery of quality maternal and child health services. Through its innovative approach, the Baby-Friendly Health Facilities Initiative (BFHI), World Vision is driving significant improvements in healthcare delivery to over 18 districts across the country, and Bugiri District being part of this quality improvement approach.
publication / April 22, 2024
NextGen Aid: Technical Appendix
Technical Appendix for the NextGen Aid project, an economic appraisal to estimate the return on investment (ROI) from child-related Official Development Assistance (ODA).