The pandemic hit vulnerable families the hardest, including children, women, and people with disabilities. Many struggled with worsening economic and social conditions, leading to poor mental and physical health. Routine vaccinations dropped, and access to healthcare services became more difficult. To address these issues and support the recovery of public health, the organisation has launched its first major healthcare initiative, focusing on strengthening Georgia's health and child protection systems. Family doctors and social workers, were trained on key health topics such as immunisation, Hepatitis, HIV prevention, HPV, TB, and STDs.

In this issue of the West & Central Africa Newsletter, we highlight the remarkable progress accomplished across our programmes throughout the year 2024, looking back on the trials and celebrating the triumphs.

Training on land management, vegetable farming, and child nutrition, complemented by the provision of vegetable seeds is changing the lives of families in Darara village.

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

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.

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

World Vision has been a steadfast presence in East Asia since 1950, operating in Cambodia, China, Lao PDR, Mongolia, Myanmar, North Korea, Thailand, and Viet Nam. Our multisector programmes are tailored to the needs and priorities of local communities. With the support of over 2,200 staff, more than 99% of whom are local, we deliver impactful and sustainable solutions.

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."