press release / September 19, 2024
Lack of commitment from governments is leading to persisting and escalating violence against children
Press release that looks World Vision's latest report, Unfinished Business, which tracks global progress in policies to end violence against children.
publication / September 9, 2024
Unfinished Business: The progress in policies to end violence against children
Each year, one billion children suffer from violence, losing their innocence and bearing lifelong scars. Despite government promises to end this violence, progress is inconsistent, with some areas regressing. A new report highlights the current state of policy commitments in 21 countries, revealing that no country has done enough to end violence against children by 2030. While some countries have outlawed violence, enforcement is lacking, and loopholes remain. West Africa, in particular, shows minimal progress and high rates of child marriage and labor.
article / September 10, 2024
Violence against women and domestic abuse: A reality in war-torn Ukraine
Cases of domestic violence is happening in Ukraine's households with the war aggravating the situation. Follow Oksana's* story as she escapes the abuse with her two children and rebuilds her life in a World Vision-supported safe house.
article / August 9, 2024
Surviving the horrors of sexual violence
Amid Sudan's ongoing crisis, women face severe violence and displacement. World Vision's program supports survivors like Jamila with mental health and legal aid.
press release / August 19, 2024
Hunger and Sexual Violence at unprecedented levels in Sudan according to World Vision Report
Hunger and Sexual Violence in Sudan: Unprecedented Crisis Revealed by World Vision Report. Conflict-induced displacement, acute food insecurity, and mental health risks affecting millions.
video / August 13, 2024
Schools of Peace; a New Culture to Eliminate Violence in Latin America and the Caribbean
Schools of Peace; a New Culture to Eliminate Violence in Latin America and the Caribbean.
publication / September 9, 2024
Child Protection: Overview of World Vision Programmes 2024
Palestinian children are subjected to alarming levels of violence within their communities, manifesting in various forms. To respond to this issue, World Vision International implements a comprehensive Child Protection approach to prevent violence against children. This approach empowers and collaborates with whole communities and different parts of the child protection system to create a safe, supportive atmosphere for all children, particularly the most vulnerable, at home, in schools and in their communities
publication / August 27, 2024
Venezuela Crisis Response Update June 2024
Sitrep Q2 2024: The 'Esperanza Sin Fronteras' report emphasizes the escalating migration crisis in Latin America, driven by food scarcity, violence, economic decline, and climate change. It identifies protection, education, and nutrition for migrants as critical areas of humanitarian aid, particularly concerning the Venezuelan crisis. The document details pressing requirements and effective measures implemented throughout the region's nations.
article / June 12, 2024
Yaru: Empowering change as a youth leader and advocate against child violence
“Some households in my community have a lack of understanding of child abuse and believe that teaching their children using violence is normal, similar to how our society makes us believe that it’s fine when it’s not, and they usually overlook this particular aspect. That is why young people like me must continue to advocate for children who don’t have a voice and can’t speak up for themselves,” stated 16-year-old Yaru, a community young advocate and youth leader in her community.
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.