article / November 6, 2024
DR Congo: Faith Leaders And Health Workers Trained In Polio Surveillance In Their Communities And Ready To Serve
This article talks about the training of faith leaders, traditional practitioners, health workers and community volunteers as part of a wider strategy to build local capacity to combat polio and other vaccine-preventable diseases, as well as zoonoses, in the Uvira and Nundu health zones. By empowering these actors at different levels of the community, this training has laid the foundations for more rigorous surveillance and rapid response to AFP cases, which is essential to achieving the ultimate goal of eradicating polio in the DRC.
publication / September 18, 2024
Capacity Statement: Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health & Nutrition 2024
The World Vision Zambia Health programme focuses on Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health and Nutrition (RMNCAHN). The aim of the programme is to improve the health status of pregnant women, lactating mothers and children under the age of five. Our strategic objective for health is to contribute to the reduction of maternal and child mortality through improved health and nutrition practices. The heart of World Vision’s Global Health and Nutrition Strategy is a package of preventative interventions for mothers and children under two, targeting the first 1,000-days.
article / November 8, 2024
Community Score Cards saves Nkhata Bay health facility from closure
With funding from Global Fund, Usisya Score Card has been advocating for a number of support for the health centre, including fixing of a broken water system, powered by a submissive pump.
publication / October 30, 2024
Capacity Statement: Cash and Voucher Program
The implementation of the Ukraine Crisis Response CVP aims to provide assistance to vulnerable populations affected by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. This is a summary of the key components and processes involved in the implementation.
article / November 15, 2024
Case studies: Solar power for climate-resilient communities
In Viet Nam, the electricity supply is still insufficient in rural and remote areas due to some economic reasons while natural power has not been fully utilized yet. Considering this context and the blessed abundant sunlight for Viet Nam, solar power can be a green solution for the community here.
article / November 14, 2024
The World Bank, World Vision, and the Government of Angola collaborate to address drought impacts in vulnerable communities
A $6.5M World Bank project screened 1.4M children for nutrition, treated 113K for malnutrition, counseled caregivers, and improved water and gardening for thousands.
article / August 26, 2024
Dodo-Tamale, a Community that gets CHPS Compound Through COMM Interventions
Dodo Tamale's Community Health Management Committee was one of the beneficiaries of the Community Health Management Committee (COMM) training in March 2023.
article / November 14, 2024
THRIVE 2030 project strengthens community resilience in Ghana
World Vision Ghana is making significant strides in building community resilience and sustainable livelihoods through its innovative THRIVE 2030 project. The ultimate goal is to improve the well-being of children.
article / November 12, 2024
Kamo’s Bold Decision for Health and Nutrition
Kamo Kukuwa, a dedicated Village Health Assistant and farmer, opted for a vasectomy to support his wife’s health and prioritize nutrition for their family. As part of the BEAN project, he advocates for family planning and sustainable farming, inspiring his community to embrace healthier practices and improve children’s nutrition.
article / November 5, 2024
Humanitarian worker highlights role of mental health and psychosocial support in emergencies
Highlighting the importance of mental health support: Training psychological first responders to aid those in distress during emergencies with essential skills.