World Vision Zimbabwe 2024 Annual Report

Rahul Mathew shows how innovative technology approaches mean that informal settlements aren't left out when it comes to urban planning

World Vision Southern Africa, in partnership with the Ministry of Health and the Global Fund, is implementing adolescent-friendly spaces (AFS) across Zambia to support young people in making informed Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) decisions. Through the IMPACT+ model, a life skills approach integrating education, behavior change, and service-learning, over 36,000 out-of-school adolescents have been reached with SRH interventions, empowering them to navigate challenges like early pregnancy, HIV/AIDS, and peer pressure. By equipping peer educators and health workers with IMPACT+ skills, the initiative fosters safe spaces where adolescents can access SRHR education, receive guidance, and build confidence. With increased community involvement and government support, this model is paving the way for sustainable adolescent health and well-being in the region.

World Vision has been successful in advocating for government provision of nutrition services in Cambodia.

Over the past 40 years, World Vision's water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) initiatives have expanded significantly and now provide access to clean water for around 100,000 people each year.