East Asia 2023 At A Glance

The East Asia region is home to an estimated 155.2 million people living in extreme poverty. The challenges faced by families in meeting their basic needs and securing their livelihoods are exacerbated by the impacts of climate change, increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters, conflict, and rising costs of living. 

In the midst of these challenges, World Vision has been a steadfast presence in East Asia for over seven decades, since its founding in 1950. Operating in Cambodia, China, Lao PDR, Mongolia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Viet Nam, World Vision delivers multi-sector programming grounded in the fundamental rights of children, focusing on their survival, protection, development, and participation. 

Our initiatives are supported by over 2,200 staff members, more than 99% of whom are local, ensuring culturally relevant and effective interventions. In 2023, World Vision positively impacted the lives of 5.7 million vulnerable children and families through comprehensive programmes that uphold children’s rights, build more sustainable and inclusive systems, and create a more positive enabling environment for children’s well-being, development and participation within their communities.