According to the UNICEF Menstrual Hygiene Management national report, in Ethiopia, on average, one in 10 girls, or 11 %, miss school for reasons related to their period. In some rural areas, missed school days are even higher.

Recently, some of World Vision International’s Board Members, led by Southern Africa Regional Director Mark Kelly, visited the region to witness first-hand the remarkable progress and impact of these initiatives.

ECT3 improves literacy, health, and nutrition for school-age children with school meals, teacher training, and community partnerships, ensuring a sustainable impact

Maternal health care in Misamfu, a rural community in Kasama District, has received a much-needed boost, thanks to the Survive to Thrive project by World Vision Zambia. This initiative has transformed the Misamfu Rural Health Post through the installation of a mechanized water system and the construction of a modern ablution block, making safe maternal health services a reality for expectant mothers in the area.

Yoon, a resilient 12-year-old girl from Thanlyin Township in Yangon, has a deep desire to become a doctor. Her determination derives from the tragic loss of her father to Tuberculosis (TB), pledging, "I will not let such a TB tragedy befall another family."

Khant's life transformed when he joined a reading club and his mother participated in a savings program. With the support of volunteers and improved access to healthcare, Khant's confidence and academic performance soared. He now dreams of becoming an engineer to help his family and community, showcasing the profound impact of community support and education.

The RESILIENT-WE project, funded by the Government of Canada (GAC), empowers women by increasing their access to finance through the Saving for Transformation (S4T) model.

Aschila’s life turned positive when World Vision Ethiopia introduced a school feeding programme through the Education Cannot Wait (ECW) project.

World Vision Zambia, CFAO Motors, and the Ministry of Education Join Forces to Build New Classrooms in Mpande