World Vision Lanka and Sarvodaya, hand in hand, partnered with World Vision Australia to reach out to farming communities. The initiative was themed RISE Lanka - short for Resilient, Inclusive Sustainable Economic development, for Sri Lanka. The initiative’s core focus was to address the food insecurity and nutrition needs of Sri Lanka's most vulnerable population in Monaragala, Badulla, Bible, Meegahakiula, Lunugala, Rideemaliyadda, and Welikanda.

Kamo Kukuwa, a dedicated Village Health Assistant and farmer, opted for a vasectomy to support his wife’s health and prioritize nutrition for their family. As part of the BEAN project, he advocates for family planning and sustainable farming, inspiring his community to embrace healthier practices and improve children’s nutrition.

An Insight into World Vision's Empowerment Project

World Vision Kenya's KIERP initiative, supported by USAID-BHA, combats malnutrition in drought-hit Kitui and Tana River counties, empowering families like Rachael Kanini's to improve nutrition and livelihoods.

Today, children in East Africa face an array of challenges. Conflict disrupts lives in Sudan, Somalia, South Sudan and Ethiopia, forcing families to flee their homes and depriving children of safety, stability, and access to education. Of particular concern, is the dire food insecurity in the region, occasioned by the polycrisis of conflict, climate change and economic hardship.

Phiness, 41, recalls the overwhelming worry she felt watching her young son Keegan's health steadily worsen. Despite her efforts to feed him regularly, he appeared weak, underweight, and often fell sick.

Climate Change and Environmental Youth Network Award 2024, Silver Medal

World Vision International, in partnership with MA’AN Development Centre, has launched a new project titled “Towards Climate Change Action with Nutrition Co-Benefits for Vulnerable Families in Areas B and C in the West Bank.” This 36-month initiative, funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) with a budget of 1.5 million euros, will target 30 communities across the West Bank and is expected to benefit approximately 33,000 individuals.

National Director's speech for the GEWE Project launch celebrates World Vision’s commitment to empowering women and youth in Lesotho, fostering sustainable livelihoods, and advancing gender equality for a resilient future