In Migori County, 15-year-old Zilpha Akinyi defied the pressure of FGM and early marriage after dropping out of school. With support from World Vision’s Kenya Big Dream Program, she is now training to become a hairdresser, restoring hope, earning respect, and inspiring other girls to dream beyond harmful traditions.

World Humanitarian Day 2025 highlights rising violence, funding cuts, and eroding trust—calling for urgent action to protect aid workers and communities.

Asuntha Charles, a Humanitarian Response Director, reflects on the resilience of local women, especially in the crisis zones, who are often overlooked leaders due to systemic marginalisation. She also lays emphasis on the need for humanitarian efforts to prioritise women in leadership, fund grassroots initiatives and embed gender equality at every level.

Explore insights on online safety and online abuse in Nepal. Strengthening digital literacy, cybersecurity, and #ChildSafeOnline for every child.

Africa’s climate future depends on communities, not boardrooms and without their leadership, even billions in pledges will not be enough.

Technology training opens doors for girls in Tanzania - World Youth Skills Day

This brief outlines how Mali can improve child well-being amid crises by scaling integrated interventions—cash transfers, school meals, health, and parenting support.

Central African Republic Emergency Response 1032 - 31 July 2025