Mothers in Lesotho fight hidden hunger and malnutrition with knowledge, nutrition clubs, and backyard gardens to raise healthier, thriving children in their communities.

This article highlights a powerful celebration of the Day of the African Child 2025 in Luwowoshi, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Organised by World Vision and local partners, the event gathered over 900 people, most of them children, around the theme: “Planning and Budgeting for Children’s Rights: Progress Since 2010.” Confronted with alarming issues such as child labour, violence, and dropping out of school, children spoke out with strength and emotion. They denounced the abuses they face, shared their dreams, and urged adults to ensure their right to education, protection, and well-being. Figures such as Nestor and Alicia, both 14, carried their peers’ voices through moving advocacy messages, calling for collective mobilisation towards a safer future. In concrete response, World Vision distributed nearly 600 school kits to vulnerable children, easing their return to school. The initiative was praised by teachers, who emphasised the need for community support to combat child hardship.

The Celebrating Families model helped Thapelo and his wife rebuild their home into a loving, peaceful place where their children now flourish.

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Meet Nazira Abdula, a powerful voice for child nutrition in Mozambique.

Children and youth join leaders to commit to universal CRVS by 2030. Learn how their powerful voices are shaping inclusive, future-proof civil registration systems, despite 14 million babies still unregistered annually.

Mahran, a 19-year-old with paralysis, dreams of a wheelchair, clean water, and dignity. His family struggles daily to meet even the most basic needs.

The inspiring journey of Abiri Athaire, a refugee mother in South Sudan who found her voice and leadership. Through economic empowerment and community support, she is transforming her life and supporting other women in Wedweil Refugee Settlement. This story highlights resilience, gender-based violence awareness, and the ongoing challenges faced by refugees amid funding shortages in South Sudan.

Meet Elizabeth. once a girl with limited options, is now a thriving salon owner and mentor to nine apprentices in Ananekrom. Thanks to World Vision Ghana's Youth Rescue Project, she’s not just building a business; she’s building futures.

Voices unlocked: In Uganda, children are turning smartphones into storytelling tools, using mobile journalism to shine a light on their communities, challenges, and opportunities and inspire change. Since its launch in 2019, World Vision Uganda’s MOJO initiative has trained youth to script, film, edit, and produce impactful stories using smartphones. This empowers them to share their lived experiences and push for change in their communities.