publication / September 9, 2024
Unfinished Business: The progress in policies to end violence against children
Each year, one billion children suffer from violence, losing their innocence and bearing lifelong scars. Despite government promises to end this violence, progress is inconsistent, with some areas regressing. A new report highlights the current state of policy commitments in 21 countries, revealing that no country has done enough to end violence against children by 2030. While some countries have outlawed violence, enforcement is lacking, and loopholes remain. West Africa, in particular, shows minimal progress and high rates of child marriage and labor.
press release / September 19, 2024
Lack of commitment from governments is leading to persisting and escalating violence against children
Press release that looks World Vision's latest report, Unfinished Business, which tracks global progress in policies to end violence against children.
press release / October 3, 2024
Drought Crisis in Zambia: Urgent Call to Action to Protect the Nation’s Children
For Immediate Release: Thursday, 3rd October 2024, Lusaka: Today, the Joining Forces for Children alliance Zambia chapter, a global coalition of six of the world’s largest child-focused agencies, issued a press statement in response to the Government of Zambia's release of new figures concerning the ongoing drought crisis. The updated statistics reveal an increase in the number of people affected by the severe drought that continues to grip the nation.
opinion / September 30, 2024
The inclusion of children in the Pact for the Future is a vital win
Dana Buzducea says she looks forward to working with governments on their future plan for humanity—now that it includes children’s needs.
publication / September 30, 2024
Policy Asks for a Renewed Focus on Ending Child Wasting
The Wasting Advocacy Coalition calls for increased investment and prioritisation in global efforts to combat child wasting.
publication / September 24, 2024
Championing Children's Rights: Lesotho's Collaborative Fight Against Child Labour and Forced Labour
World Vision Lesotho’s National Director highlights the urgent need to eliminate child labour and forced labour, stressing collaboration for lasting change
publication / October 1, 2024
Policy Brief: Climate change contributes to unsafe migration - Addressing the impacts for vulnerable children and youth in Cambodia
This policy brief provides a call to action for development partners in Cambodia and Thailand, the primary destination for Cambodian migrants to address key drivers of distress migration in communities of origin. It advocates for making migration safer, more humane, and more equitable for Cambodian parents and children, while also providing greater support for those who remain behind and those who migrate. By empowering children to actively shape a better future for themselves, this approach aims to create lasting positive change in the lives of all involved.
article / September 10, 2024
Violence against women and domestic abuse: A reality in war-torn Ukraine
Cases of domestic violence is happening in Ukraine's households with the war aggravating the situation. Follow Oksana's* story as she escapes the abuse with her two children and rebuilds her life in a World Vision-supported safe house.
press release / September 23, 2024
A Bold Step to End Child Labour and Forced Labour in Lesotho
World Vision Lesotho, supported by the EU, launches a project to eliminate child labour and forced labour, protecting children's rights across Lesotho.