Make it 18 Report: Community Voices on Child Marriage Reform in Solomon Islands

Christmas is a time of joy, reflection, and compassion to reach out to those in need and spread hope. For World Vision Zambia and VisionFund Zambia, this festive season was an opportunity to embody the spirit of giving through their Women Empowerment and Gender Equality Initiative. Partnering with various organizations and communities brought comfort and dignity to vulnerable groups across the country. From incarcerated women and elderly caregivers to children in hospitals and new mothers, their acts of kindness demonstrated the power of love and generosity, impacting countless lives.

World Vision supports a child-friendly space in Bila Tserkva, Ukraine. Here children can learn new skills, find friends and improve mental health affected by war.

Jordan is recognized for its stability in a turbulent region. The country hosts over 1.3 million Syrian refugees - representing nearly 15% of Jordan’s total population - making it the second-highest host country of refugees per capita in the world. Jordan has demonstrated a commitment to providing refuge for those fleeing conflict. While not a signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention, Jordan has maintained a favourable protection environment for refugees, ensuring fundamental human rights through national frameworks. The country has also included refugees in critical sectors such as education, health care, and even the national COVID-19 health response and vaccination program. However, the protracted nature of the Syrian Crisis and regional dynamics have strained Jordan’s resources and infrastructure. Since 2015, The government-led Jordan Response Plan (JRP) has helped guide the partnership between the country and the international community as it responds to the Syrian Crisis in Jordan. Jordan’s policy towards refugees has mainly been inclusive, with the government taking steps to provide free work permits to Syrian refugees and adjusting the legal framework for Syrian-owned home-based businesses. Despite these positive steps, challenges remain, especially in employment where women and youth are disproportionately affected. The 2023 strategic objectives emphasize humanitarian-development coherence, reinforcing protection principles, and aligning with Jordan’s development goals. The focus is on integrating the needs of all vulnerable populations into national recovery plans, enhancing self-reliance, and building the capacity of national institutions. The aim is to transition the refugee population to economic opportunities, strengthen data analysis for evidencebased planning, and ensure refugee inclusion in national systems.

Discover the first-quarter edition of the World Vision International Sierra Leone (WVISL) Every Heart Newsletter, highlighting key achievements in FY25. Learn how we’re transforming the lives of vulnerable children, their families, and communities in Sierra Leone.

This paper outlines World Vision’s multisectoral resilience framework, focusing on agri-food, health, and social protection systems in shaping resilience outcomes.

#Children’sDay We reaffirm that every child has the right 'to grow, learn, play, develop and flourish with dignity'. World Vision Afghanistan is dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of Afghan girls and boys, and helping them thrive. This entails including them in the decisions we make that affect their lives and their communities. By listening to them and making sure their opinions count, we recognise their inherent value, reinforce their agency, and give them reason to believe that their future can be full of possibilities.

For International Migrant Day Amy Louise Collins writes that every effort should be made to help migrants find a home away from home. 

Monther* and his children found themselves yet again embarking on a relentless survival journey. While the father frantically tries to get his children to safety, his children are living through the experience differently.