Monday, June 29, 2026

How Women in Cox's Bazar Built a Community-Led NGO Over 17 Years

With World Vision Bangladesh's decade-long support, Papiya and Bakul transformed a small savings group in Cox's Bazar into a certified NGO with 1,000 members. Discover the Upoma story and what real women's empowerment looks like.

Papiya (left), Chief Executive, and Bakul (right), President of Upoma Nari Kalyan Songstha, stand together at their community office in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh.

Community empowerment and sustainability approach, Women Empowerment

How Women in Cox's Bazar Built a Community-Led NGO Over 17 Years

With World Vision Bangladesh's decade-long support, Papiya and Bakul transformed a small savings group in Cox's Bazar into a certified NGO with 1,000...

Female students line up at a World Vision hygiene corner in Dhaka school to receive sanitary pads from a teacher.

Menstrual Hygiene Management, World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026

For Tasnuva, One Pad Became a Piece of Confidence

In Urban Dhaka at Mirpur, access to menstrual hygiene support transformed Tasnuva’s school experience from fear and anxiety to confidence and belonging.

World Vision Ghana Donates to Pantang

Vision Ladies supports Female Patients at Pantang Psychiatric Hospital

World Vision Ghana, through its Vision Ladies group, paid a compassionate visit to Pantang Psychiatric Hospital to support female patients

Board Chair, World Vision Ghana, Dr. Mary Coleman

World Vision Ghana Inaugurates Solar‑Powered Water System in Gyaesayor

World Vision Ghana inaugurates a solar‑powered water system in Gyaesayor to mark World Water Day 2026, improving water access for over 1,300 people and...

World Vision Ghana Launches National Strategy to Transform the Lives of 2.8M Children by 2030

World Vision Ghana Launches National Strategy to Transform the Lives of 2.8M Children by 2030

World Vision Ghana launches its 2026–2030 National Strategy to reach 2.8 million children by 2030, with strong government partnership and focus on child...

PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT

Humanitarian Support in Ukraine: Mobile Teams Bring Hope to War-Affected Communities

Supported by the U.S. Government and the Ukraine Response Consortium, Acted and World Vision mobile teams of Ukrainian Foundation for Public Health bring...

Burkina Faso: In Kongoussi, “Kids Clubs” restore smiles and hope for children

Burkina Faso: In Kongoussi, “Kids Clubs” restore smiles and hope for children

World Vision’s Kids Clubs in Kongoussi are restoring joy, hope and a sense of normality to displaced children through play, learning and community support...

A mother draws water from a tap built by World Vision

Clean water as a key lever for sustainable development in Burkina Faso

On World Water Day 2026, World Vision convened a WASH Forum to unite partners and promote sustainable water for women and children.

EASTER SERVICE

World Vision Ghana Marks Easter with Call to Shine Christ’s Light

World Vision Ghana marked Easter 2026 with a faith‑filled service reflecting on Christ’s death and resurrection and a call for staff to shine His light.

Luísa ADECOS

Luísa Manuel: An Agent of Hope in the Fight Against Malaria in Calembe

Luísa Manuel is a 30-year-old mother and a Community and Health Development Agent (ADECOS) in the Calembe neighbourhood, Gabela Municipality, Cuanza Sul...

CTVET, World Vision Ghana

World Vision and Ghana Technical Education Partner on Skills

World Vision and the Ghana Commission for Technical Education partner to boost vocational training, empower youth, and drive inclusive skills development.

IWD Ghana Dialogue

“Empowered Women Break the Chain of Poverty” – Tinah Mukunda Inspire women at IWD Dialogue

World Vision Ghana marks International Women’s Day with an inspiring dialogue empowering women to break the cycle of poverty and drive community...

William Cham

Driven by Compassion: How a Driver's Initiative Stitched Hope into 30 Young Lives

Local leadership shines at Sampson Community Basic School in Ashanti Region, where a simple car ride sparked meaningful change for students.

Hasan with his family cow in Birol, Dinajpur.

Child Sponsorship

Shadow to Hope: How Hasan Found Light in Northern Bangladesh

Experience Hasan’s tender journey from loss to hope in northern Bangladesh, where a child’s curiosity, resilience, and community support transform life...

Lovely, a TVET programme participant, working dedicatedly on a sewing machine to build her tailoring business in Khulna, Bangladesh.

Women Empowerment, Gender Equality and Inclusion, Technical and Vocational Education and Training

Empowered to Rise: Lovely’s Story of Skills, Strength, and Hope

In Khulna, Lovely transformed her future through TVET skills training from World Vision Bangladesh. With tailoring skills and determination, she started...

AFRAMPLAINS VALS DAY CHILDREN'S SCREENING

Love in Action: The Multiplier Effect of Partnerships in Afram Plains

Free medical outreach in Ghana’s Afram Plains provided screenings and care to 789 children, showing how strong partnerships improve child health and...

World Vision Ghana Share Findings of the Ghana Water Quality Study

World Vision Ghana Share Findings of the Ghana Water Quality Study to Stakeholders

World Vision Ghana shares key findings from the Ghana Water Quality Study with stakeholders, highlighting evidence on lead-free water systems, improved...

World Vision Ghana Holds Townhall meeting in Oti

World Vision Ghana Leads Regional Town Hall on NTD Elimination in Oti Region

World Vision Ghana, the Ministry of Health and GHS convene a Regional Town Hall Meeting in the Oti Region to strengthen sub-national ownership in the...

ND'S Retreat in Ghana

World Vision Ghana Hosts West Africa National Directors’ Retreat

World Vision Ghana hosts the annual West Africa National Directors’ Retreat in Accra, bringing regional leaders together for strategic alignment...

educational center (ECHO)

EU-Funded World Vision Programme Reaches 4,800 Children as War Continues to Disrupt Learning

EU-funded World Vision project supports 4,800+ Ukrainian children with education, psychosocial aid, and protection amid ongoing war disruptions.

Mauritania SCM WASH Story - Picture 2

When water comes home: Partnering to supply hope in Mauritania

In the peri‑urban neighborhoods of Riyad and Dar El Beida in Mauritania, access to safe drinking water has long been unreliable. To respond to this...

World Vision Ghana and B&FT

World Vision Ghana, B&FT Explore Strategic Partnership Opportunities

Business and Financial Times (B&FT) paid a courtesy call on World Vision Ghana’s National Director and her team to explore partnerships focused on women...

WVG UNICEF Meeting

UNICEF Encourages World Vision to Remain a Strong Voice for Children in Ghana

The UNICEF Ghana Country Representative, Mr. Osama Makkawi Khogali, has commended World Vision Ghana for its sustained commitment to advancing child...

Carla - Niger at 30

World Vision Celebrates 30 Years of Impact in Niger

In 2025, World Vision Niger celebrated its 30th anniversary with a series of major events highlighting three decades of impact, partnerships, and hope...