This inspiring article highlights how World Vision's Let the Children Come (LCC) project is transforming the lives of children in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo through Bible Reading Clubs. Operating in areas affected by conflict, disease outbreaks, and social challenges, the initiative provides children with spiritual guidance, literacy support, and life skills through regular Bible reflection sessions. Through the personal testimonies of Bright and Christophe, readers discover how these clubs help children develop positive behaviour, strengthen their faith, learn to read, and embrace values such as obedience, forgiveness, and peacebuilding. The article also showcases the role of trained Sunday school facilitators, the distribution of thousands of Bibles and educational materials, and the integration of critical health messages, including Ebola prevention. Ultimately, the story demonstrates how Bible Reading Clubs serve as safe spaces where children can heal, learn, and grow, while calling for the expansion of this proven model to reach more vulnerable children across the region.

Last year, our programmes impacted more than 5.8 million people, including 3.2 million vulnerable children and families across East Asia.

World Vision Malawi has improved access to clean water at Carmushka Primary School in Phalombe through the construction of a borehole that is benefiting 896 learners. For years, pupils depended on a single community water source which led to long queues and delayed lesson time, affecting learning and school routines. With the new borehole now within the school premises, learners are spending less time fetching water and more time in class, while hygiene conditions have significantly improved.

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