article / March 7, 2024
From health promoter to visionary village chief: Santina's journey of transformation with World Vision
At 51 years old, Santina, found a new purpose when World Vision introduced the BFBH program to her village in Bobonaro Municipality. As an FHP, she not only gained valuable experience but also underwent training that empowered her to make a real difference in her community.
article / March 13, 2024
Tropical storm “Filipo” affects nearly 3,000 people and destroys 14 health facilities in Mozambique
Tropical storm "Filipo" is affecting southern region of Mozambique after landing in Inhambane province where more than 500 houses were partially and totally destroyed. Meteorology authorities predict more rains and strong winds and regions such as the capital Maputo where some of the most populous districts have come under water will likely increase the number of the affected people.
press release / March 18, 2024
World Vision warns of increasing hunger, sexual violence and limited access to health services for children in Haiti
World Vision press release highlighting the deteriorating security situation in Haiti. World Vision leaders warn the situation could lead to increased hunger, sexual violence and limited access to health services for children in Haiti
publication / March 18, 2024
Adolescent Nutrition Photobook
An adolescent nutrition research project in Mozambique used Photovoice to explore challenges and opportunities in the food environment within the Every Girl Can Project, funded by Government of Canada.
article / March 7, 2024
Women in action: From grassroots to global
A 19 years old Rima has emerged as an international young female advocate for women and children and serves as a youth representative for the children and youth council in her Community, located in the village of Anlong Kong Tmey, Khan Dangkor, Cambodia.
press release / February 22, 2024
World Vision Uganda’s Baby-Friendly Health Facility Initiative Transforms Maternal and Child Health Services in Bugiri District
World Vision Uganda’s Baby-Friendly Health Facility Initiative Transforms Maternal and Child Health Services in Bugiri District
World Vision Uganda, under its Health Technical Programmes, continues to fortify health systems by championing initiatives that enhance the delivery of quality maternal and child health services. Through its innovative approach, the Baby-Friendly Health Facilities Initiative (BFHI), World Vision is driving significant improvements in healthcare delivery to over 18 districts across the country, and Bugiri District being part of this quality improvement approach.
press release / February 14, 2024
Ministry of Health partners with child well-being champions to improve rural communities’ health and nutrition
The Lao Ministry of Health signed a new project MoU with World Vision and UNICEF to strengthen rural communities' health and nutrition, with the financial support of USAID.
opinion / March 18, 2024
Lessons in Resilience: Insights from School Feeding in Burundi
World Vision World Vision Programme (WFP) Homegrown School Feeding is increasingly the foundation for school meals in Burundi and expands the reach of the programmes from emergency assistance to long-term development. Twenty-four of the schools World Vision partners employ the Homegrown School Feeding model and receive food commodities for school meals exclusively from local farmer cooperatives. World Vision supports these cooperatives with technical assistance, agricultural inputs, and capacity building to promote
article / March 12, 2024
Kay's Journey: Overcoming challenges and leading community development
Kay, a 40-year-old woman from Bogale Township, lives with her family and is pregnant with her second child while raising her 7-year-old son. Despite being disabled since birth, Kay found support from her family and became actively engaged with World Vision Myanmar after Cyclone Nargis in 2008. Despite challenges, Kay remains dedicated to serving her community, expressing her commitment to continue contributing to community development.