Friday, June 19, 2026

When “Temporary” Becomes More Than a Childhood

A thought leadership piece on refugee children growing up in long-term displacement and why support must go beyond survival to opportunity and dignity.

Lilian Mumbi's piece on WRD

When “Temporary” Becomes More Than a Childhood

A thought leadership piece on refugee children growing up in long-term displacement and why support must go beyond survival to opportunity and dignity.

Firi feeding her goats smiling

When the Funding Ends, What Remains?

As SPIR II nears its conclusion, a visit to Boke reveals what lasting change looks like beyond project timelines. Meet Firi, a mother whose journey from...

Gadise and her daughter Ayantu

Once Invisible, Now Standing Tall: Gadise’s Journey

Read the inspiring story of Gadise, an Ethiopian mother who overcame extreme poverty to build a thriving business and secure her children's education.

Sami and Gatwech

A Meal That Keeps Dreams Alive

My journey to Nygunyyiel Refugee Camp revealed the daily realities of humanitarian work and the difference school meals make for children facing hunger.

Basero and his chili pepper

Restoring the mountain, restoring a child’s future

On Megaramo Mountain in Central Ethiopia, community-led watershed restoration stopped erosion, revived biodiversity, and helped farmers triple their...

Tarike at work_Sponsorshp

The Ripple Effect of Child Sponsorship

After losing her parents and facing hardship, Tarike found hope through child sponsorship. Today, she is a nurse supporting her family and community.

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Protected by Courage, Saved by Community

Alem’s dream of helping others nearly ended in child marriage until one phone call, a trained community response, and collective action helped save her...

Bereket wrote his name on the blackboard

Writing the First Word of a New Future

After years of conflict kept him out of school, 12-year-old Bereket entered a classroom for the first time. With support from the IHOPE project, he learned...

Tamiro laughing and holding corn

When the Land Finally Answered

A five-year-old girl in drought-stricken Gewane, Afar, experiences her first abundant harvest after her family receives climate-resilient maize seeds and...

Emebet smiling

“I Thought My Life Had Ended, But It Was Only Bending.”

Emebet’s story shows how mental health support and economic opportunities helped a mother overcome loss, restore hope, and build a better future for her...

Mekdes's Quote for TL Piece

At its heart, integration is not a technical exercise; it is a human one.

A thought leadership reflection on how integrated responses across health, education, protection, and climate shape real child well-being.

Yidnekachew Quote TL Piece

“One wall does not make a house”

“One wall does not make a house.” A thought leadership reflection on moving beyond fragmented sectors toward lasting community resilience.

Mireta's quote on TL Piece

Child well-being is the standard. Everything else is the means.

A thought leader piece on personal reflection on one year of shaping strategy at World Vision Ethiopia, with children’s well-being as the compass for every...

Lilian Mumbi quote TL Piece

What if children, not funding, were our starting point?

A thought leadership piece on redesigning systems around children’s lives, ensuring they can grow, learn, and thrive.

Abebe Nigatu quote for View piece

If a community can’t explain the plan, the partnership isn’t real

A thought leader reflects on real partnerships, how shared ownership and clear accountability transform communities, not just reports.

Gebregzihabeher with his family at their home

"Tony the Second" of Tigray: How Gebregzihabeher is Regrowing Hope

Discover how FMNR is helping a farmer in Tigray regenerate land, boost income, support children’s education, and build climate resilience in rural Ethiopia...

Umul and Sefa eating RUTF

The Little Sachet That Fights Malnutrition

In Ethiopia’s Somali Region, a young mother’s journey to save her daughter reveals the harsh reality of drought and child malnutrition and how life-saving...

Coordinated Digital Fleet Management

Engine of Hope: Powering Humanitarian Work Through Digital Logistics

World Vision Ethiopia digitised its supply chain to deliver life-saving aid faster, safer, and more reliably to children across the country.

Women Beneficiaries using Electronic Voucher System

Rethinking Aid: How Innovation is Changing Lives in Ethiopia

Discover how World Vision Ethiopia is transforming humanitarian and resilience programmes with innovative technology, reaching over 1.9 million people...

Gember and her daughter lemlem smiling

Surviving Against the Odds: Lemlem’s Story of Hope

A mother in Tigray refused to give up on her malnourished baby. After a long walk to reach care, Lemlem received lifesaving treatment and recovered...

Kendehaftey and her daughter Arsema at their doorway

The Brave Mother Who Refused to Give Up When Hunger Threatened Her Child

A mother in Tigray fights to save her malnourished daughter as conflict and hunger threaten her family. With support from World Vision Ethiopia’s JEOP...

Martha and her children smiling holding banana branch

When the Humbo Mountain Breathed Again

Humbo Mountain’s revival tells the story of Martha’s strength and the community’s determination to transform barren land into hope and abundance.

Aberash in her garden smiling proudly

Savings for Transformation

From Limited Roles to New Opportunities

Aberash’s resilience in Amaro shows how World Vision empowers women to overcome challenges, achieve independence, and build brighter futures.

Aberash and her daugther Mizan

A Safe Space for Every Woman and Girl

Discover how World Vision’s Safe Space in Tigray helps women and girls like Aberash and Mizan find protection, support, and rebuild their lives after...