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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

DR Congo: World Breastfeeding Week: Women of Luiza Commit to Exclusive Breastfeeding

This article highlights the mobilisation of women in Luiza, Kasaï Central, during World Breastfeeding Week 2025 under the theme “Prioritise breastfeeding and create sustainable systems.” Organised by PRONANUT with the support of World Vision, KOICA and the WFP, the event promoted the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life through community demonstrations, testimonies and symbolic rewards. It underscores breastfeeding as a low-cost, life-saving practice that strengthens child survival, maternal health and community resilience, while calling for sustainable support systems to combat malnutrition and infant mortality in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Women after the celebration of the Day of breasfeeding

DR Congo: World Breastfeeding Week: Women of Luiza Commit to Exclusive Breastfeeding

This article highlights the mobilisation of women in Luiza, Kasaï Central, during World Breastfeeding Week 2025 under the theme “Prioritise breastfeeding...

HwH story

Three times uprooted: Nataliia’s story of survival in war-torn Ukraine

Nataliia returned to Ukraine with "no home, no job, no plan—just my two kids and the clothes on our backs." She found hope and support in a Halfway House.

Anna and her son Danylo at Halfway House in Kyiv

Why Integrated Support Matters in Ukraine — Through Anna’s Eyes

Amid the conflict, Anna raises her baby without a family. A social apartment and comprehensive services have given her the hope she needs.

World Vision Malawi Bids Farewell To Likasi AP.

World Vision Malawi exits Likasi after 18 years, leaving behind empowered youth, reduced child marriages, and lasting community transformation

'Mashakhane and her daughter Ntaoleng joyful after overcoming malnutrition

Health & Nutrition

A Mother and Daughter’s Triumph Over Malnutrition with #ENOUGH Nutritious Food

A family’s inspiring journey from malnutrition to health, showing how nutrition clubs and #ENOUGH food transform children’s lives.

Tamala And Ethel’s Fight For Breastfeeding Amidst Climate Change

Ethel and Tamala are breastfeeding mothers from Salima, Malawi, whose crops failed due to a February 2025 dry spell, leaving them food insecure and...

Shaima happily sitting with her now healthy son.

Health and Nutrition

Restoring mothers’ hopes, even in Syria’s most remote villages

In rural Syria, young Ahmad* suffered from malnutrition due to extreme poverty and lack of healthcare. His mother, Shaima*, also showed signs of...

Community-led Complementary Feeding Lessons and Sessions reducing malnutrition in Chamba.

CFLS in Chamba are boosting child nutrition as women learn to prepare healthy, balanced meals for their children

Ending Child Hunger and Malnutrition in Lesotho

Health & Nutrition

How Mothers, Nutrition Knowledge, and Agriculture Are Ending Child Hunger and Malnutrition in Lesotho

Mothers in Lesotho fight hidden hunger and malnutrition with knowledge, nutrition clubs, and backyard gardens to raise healthier, thriving children in...

Malawi Launches National Nutrition Policy as World Vision’s Enough Campaign Pushes for Action on Malnutrition.

World Vision Malawi has joined the Government and other stakeholders in the launch of the National Multi-sector Nutrition Policy and Strategic plan, as...

The power of Nutrition clubs in beating malnutrition

Against All Odds: Fraternal Twins Rise from Malnutrition and Become Symbols of Hope

Fraternal twins overcome severe malnutrition through love, community support, and nutrition, emerging as symbols of resilience and hope.

Community Health Workers

Hope in the Hills: How Community Health Workers Are Saving Lives in Afghanistan

To empower communities over their challenges in health sector, World Vision train and equip Community Health Workers (CHWs) who serve their communities...

Inside World Vision's lifesaving health centre in Syria!

Inside World Vision's lifesaving health centre in Syria!

World Vision’s Nutrition intervention curbing malnutrition in Ntoroko

World Vision’s Nutrition intervention curbing malnutrition in Ntoroko

29-year-old Maureen, who lost her home, four goats, and property when Lake Albert and River Semliki burst their banks in late 2024. Once a landowner...

with Nino, project participant

Building healthier communities: World Vision Georgia’s impact on Public Health and awareness

The pandemic hit vulnerable families the hardest, including children, women, and people with disabilities. Many struggled with worsening economic and...

Mahzada, a midwif

More than A Midwife

Mahzada, a midwife in Ghor province, Afghanistan, balances caring for her family and supporting her extended family, finding fulfillment in helping her...

Samer

No loud words, just reality

HUNGER CRISIS, FOOD INSECURITY, MALNOUISHEMENT, SEVERE ACUTE MALNUTRITION, CHILD STUNTING, MATERNAL MANLUTRMENT.

Support and Protection, pillars of the I-Life Project for internally displaced persons

This video was filmed as part of the I-Life project funded by USAID-BHA. It shows how World Vision's protection team takes care of vulnerable people...

Christ at the center al all times

Reflecting on Christ at the Centre: World Vision Lesotho's Day of Prayer

World Vision Lesotho reflects on keeping Christ at the center of humanitarian work, from child protection to climate action, during annual Day of Prayer

Father-to-Father (F2F) approach at the household level

Supporting Breastfeeding in Blue Nile Amidst Conflict through Fathers

World Vision empowers fathers in Blue Nile to support breastfeeding and child nutrition amidst conflict, improving maternal and child health in Sudan.

Mahssin-IYCF counselor in Ahmer siedak PHU Provides advice on optimal breastfeeding practice (good positioning and attachment)

Even in the Midst of Conflict, Breastfeeding is the Best

Amid conflict in Sudan, World Vision supports breastfeeding and nutrition care for vulnerable mothers and infants through dedicated breastfeeding corners.

OPINION

A surprising yet simple way to boost Cambodia’s economic growth? Breastfeeding.

Maternity leave is only three months at 50% pay, making it difficult for mothers to continue breastfeeding exclusively for the recommended six-month period...

World Breastfeeding week banner

Breastfeeding week

Protect, Promote, and Support Breastfeeding – what does this mean and why it matters

Colleen Emary explains why and how women everywhere must have the information, the opportunity and support to breastfeed their children

Breastfeeding mum backed by mosquito net

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.