press release / November 14, 2024
Taking nutrition to its roots
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.
article / November 12, 2024
Kamo’s Bold Decision for Health and Nutrition
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.
article / November 15, 2024
World Vision Kenya's Nutrition, Food Assistance and WASH Interventions Improve Malnutrition Indicators for 113,294 People in Kitui and Tana River Counties
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.
article / October 28, 2024
Amplification des Voix des Enfants : Un Appel à l'Action pour une Meilleure Nutrition et l'Implication des Parents
Le premier dialogue sur la nutrition des enfants, organisé par World Vision République centrafricaine, a permis aux jeunes de plaider en faveur d'une meilleure nutrition. Maeva et Arielle ont souligné le rôle crucial de l'implication des parents pour garantir des repas scolaires nutritifs. Alexandre A. Gassama, directeur du plaidoyer, a souligné le rôle essentiel de la voix des enfants dans la lutte contre la malnutrition et la faim.
article / October 28, 2024
Amplifying Children's Voices: A Call to Action for Improved Nutrition and Parental Involvement
The first Child Nutrition Dialogue, organised by World Vision Central African Republic, provided a platform for young voices to advocate for better nutrition. Children participating in the dialogue emphasised the crucial role of parental involvement in ensuring nutritious school meals.
event / October 15, 2024
Social and Behaviour Change in Nutrition | LearningXchange
Virtual Learning Exchange on Social and Behavior Change for Nutrition in partnership with SUN - CSN (Scaling Up Nutrition – Civil Society Network). In addition to speakers from WV and SUN-CSN, we will have speakers/presenters from WFP, UNICEF, Alive& Thrive Vietnam, Nutrition International, Pakistan, and Gems Heart Philippines.
This collaborative learning exchange will highlight best SBC practices, innovative SBC tools, and encourage robust dialogue through breakout room discussions. Please come along and also share the poster with colleagues, donors and partners so they can register to join.
press release / October 21, 2024
World Vision International Launches the Climate Resilience and Nutrition Project with the Support from BMZ
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.
publication / September 25, 2024
Social-Ecological Framework for Adolescent Nutrition
Applying a Social-Ecological Framework may help researchers and practitioners understand the multiple drivers of adolescent anaemia.
article / October 10, 2024
Chad: Sudan story—Nutrition Center
Farchana is home to many Sudanese refugees, mostly from West Darfur. Read more to learn how World Vision is helping mothers and their children with malnutrition.
article / November 25, 2024
DR Congo: Raising Awareness About The Importance Of hygiene And Sanitation In Nyanga And Kitangua On The World Toilet Day
This article shows how on World Toilet Day, November 19, 2024, World Vision, in collaboration with the Nyanga and Kitangua health zones in DR Congo’s Kasai province, organised an event to raise awareness about the importance of hygiene and sanitation. More than 150 participants participated in workshops and discussions on promoting clean and functional sanitation facilities. The event was part of the USAID-funded GAINS-TUYA KUMPALA project, which aims to improve the region's sanitation, food security, and health.