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Monday, September 15, 2025

Porridge, Hunger, and the Fragile Thread of Learning

Despite repeated pledges from governments, donors, and global institutions to prioritise children’s rights, one of the most fundamental, the right to be heard is routinely overlooked.

Children enjoy their meal during the Launch of the Supplementary School Meal Program in Tanganyika Province DRC

CHILD PARTICIPATION

Porridge, Hunger, and the Fragile Thread of Learning

Despite repeated pledges from governments, donors, and global institutions to prioritise children’s rights, one of the most fundamental, the right to be...

Ahmed*, Dua* and their daughter Leila* during the workshop

Love-centred Workshop is Healing Family in Tubas

Ahmed and Dua's struggling family felt transformed from the Celebrating Families project, which strengthens family bonds and teaches inclusive parenting.

Zahra takes part in a drawing session with her facilitator at the Child Protection Centre in Ras Al-Ain. World Vision Syria Response partner, Action For Humanity

Stories of Hope

A Melody for Zahra: Where Music Meets Healing

In North Central Syria, seven-year-old Zahra* finds healing through music at World Vision’s Child Protection Centre, turning pain into hope.

Ceremony of the launch of the Back to School Campaign

DR Congo: A Campaign for the Unconditional Return of All Children to School in Kasaï Central

This article highlights the launch, in Kasaï Central, of an awareness campaign initiated by World Vision and its partners to ensure the unconditional...

World Vision Albania_Youth

Online Safety for Children

Building a safer digital world for children and youth in Albania

World Vision Albania and the National Cyber Security Authority have certified professionals to teach children and young people about online safety.

Nasu, Alpha and Alpha's Mum

A Journey of Healing and reconciliation, the story of a teenager in Sierra Leone

Discover Alpha’s inspiring journey of reconciliation in Barri Chiefdom, Sierra Leone, where World Vision’s child protection program helped reunite a mother...

Bethel Child Parliament leader in kele smiling

The New Face of Abduction and the Youth Standing Against It

In Kele, Ethiopia, girls face a new threat: abduction through manipulation rather than force. Child parliament members like Bethel, with support from World...

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.

Girls from Ghana’s Volta Region, like Klenam, are rising above early nutritional challenges with strength and hope. Ben Adams/2025

Is the Brazil Summit the turning point for School Meals?

We must end the perception that school meals are a secondary, “nice-to-have” intervention.

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.

Citizen Voice and Action Helps Transforms Nalukwale Community School in Zambia

Nalukwale Community School, which once struggled with dilapidated infrastructure, has undergone a remarkable transformation. Thanks to the Community Voice...

The children would go several days without a bath and regularly fell ill. Furthermore, the lack of water has forced women to abandon their favorite activity, market gardening, in favor of other activities to provide for their families.

In Ménaka, Water Restores Hope

In northeastern Mali, insecurity and displacement make daily life difficult. In this context, access to safe drinking water remains a constant challenge.

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

Children bring their imagination to life as they co-paint the walls of the LIFT center, transforming the space into a canvas of belonging and hope.— Samer Asaid, World Vision Syria Response Partner

Child Wellbeing

More Than Play: LIFT Transforms Kids & Communities

Discover how LIFT transforms safe spaces into thriving communities—empowering children, caregivers, and schools to heal, lead, and grow together.

'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.

BHA project July 2025

Cash assistance

Revitalising impact: strengthening Ukraine’s resilience across sectors

World Vision's ongoing efforts to support Ukraine's conflict-affected populations amid continued humanitarian needs in 2025. Through multi-sectoral...

Stack of colorful woolen clothes including jerseys, hats, socks, and scarves, prepared for distribution to children under five in Tuke Village.

Small Gifts, Great Impact: Bringing Warmth and Hygiene to Lesotho’s Children Under Five through World Vision’s Gift-in-Kind Programme

World Vision’s Gift-in-Kind Programme brings warmth, dignity, and hope to children under five in Lesotho through warm clothing and hygiene support.

Elene's study desk

A dedicated student’s path - Empowering Families and Advancing Child Well-Being

Seventeen-year-old Elene, once living in a boarding school, has returned to her family thanks to timely support that met her urgent needs. With essential...

Parvin and children

Water for Every Child: An Inspiring Visit to Sierra Leone

This story highlights the visit of the Global WASH Director to Sierra Leone, where she met with the country’s Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation...

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...

"This is a golden opportunity for me."

In Central Africa Republic, children fight to survive, with one of the highest child mortality rates in the world, your gift is ensuring children can stand...

World Vision Zambia Builds Capacity of Community Leaders to Enhance Child Wellbeing

In Chongwe East, the challenge of ensuring sustained child wellbeing has long persisted. Many community-based organisations (CBOs) and faith groups lacked...

Haiti

Child Protection

We Are Failing Haiti’s Children; the World Must Wake Up

Dr. Lesly Margel Michaud underscores the urgent need for coordinated action to safeguard children in Haiti, drawing attention to the profound consequences...

Girl hols flowers at a Nurturing Group where mothers learn to feed nutritious meals to their children. Jhon Warren/2025.

CHILD PROTECTION

Why won’t governments see the win-win of investing in children?

If you knew a financial product would guarantee a 10 to 1 return on your investment, you would reach for your cheque book?