The pandemic hit vulnerable families the hardest, including children, women, and people with disabilities. Many struggled with worsening economic and social conditions, leading to poor mental and physical health. Routine vaccinations dropped, and access to healthcare services became more difficult. To address these issues and support the recovery of public health, the organisation has launched its first major healthcare initiative, focusing on strengthening Georgia's health and child protection systems. Family doctors and social workers, were trained on key health topics such as immunisation, Hepatitis, HIV prevention, HPV, TB, and STDs.

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

As the world commemorates International Day of Persons with Disability, let us reflect on the importance of inclusion and leadership in creating a society where everyone thrives.

Discover how a 2023 collaborative effort in Akkar, Lebanon, under the Anticipatory Action (AA) project, strengthened community resilience by repairing infrastructure, introducing early warning systems, and empowering locals to face crises.

Joana, 60, from Northern Mozambique, transformed her life and her nephews' by starting a business with help from an Austrian Development Agency cash transfer program.

World Vision Venezuela empowers communities by providing tools for sustainable livelihoods, fostering entrepreneurship, and improving family well-being.

National Director’s address at the 25th WaterNet Symposium, highlighting Lesotho’s climate challenges, water innovation, and the role of youth in sustainability

World Vision Zambia, CFAO Motors, and the Ministry of Education Join Forces to Build New Classrooms in Mpande

In this issue of the West & Central Africa Newsletter, we highlight the remarkable progress accomplished across our programmes throughout the year 2024, looking back on the trials and celebrating the triumphs.