Building Strong Foundations: The Importance of Early Childhood Development in a Changing World at World Vision

Through the Taiwan Africa Vegetable Initiative (TAVI) Project, Phindile Mhlanga, a formerly struggling single parent, has transformed her health and livelihood by growing and consuming indigenous vegetables, which not only improved her well-being but also provided a sustainable source of income.

As the Ukraine Crisis Response enters its fourth year, the impact of war continues to devastate the lives of millions, particularly children. Over the past three years, World Vision has reached more than 2 million people, including nearly 1 million children, providing critical support such as education, mental health services, cash assistance, livelihoods, winterisation and protection initiatives. Despite these efforts, the challenges remain immense. Millions of children are still displaced, struggling to access the basic needs every child deserves, and deprived of their rights to safety, education, health and home.

The story is about how a young girl named Nadia in Zambezia, Mozambique, recovered from moderate acute malnutrition thanks to the support and guidance of a local health committee. It highlights the committee's work in educating parents about nutrition and providing practical help, like demonstrating how to prepare enriched porridge. The story also connects Nadia's experience to the broader issue of child malnutrition in Mozambique, citing statistics from a Demographic and Health Survey, and introduces World Vision's "Enough" campaign, which aims to address this issue.

This article presents the results achieved through the implementation of the CHR project in Binza, located in the Rutshuru territory of North Kivu. Faced with major challenges such as malnutrition, 4,500 children have been treated and healed thanks to the support of World Vision. At the same time, women received training and agricultural support, enabling them to become self-sufficient and meet the needs of their families.

World Vision Ghana joins the global community in commemorating International Mother Language Day 2025 under the theme "Silver Jubilee Celebration of International Mother Language Day."