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I was once a sponsored child: Maswazi, Eswatini

Maswazi says his life was transformed because of his sponsor’s help and it's inspired him to do the same for others.

I was once a sponsored child: Yuyun, Indonesia

From sponsored child to law graduate cum laude. Meet 22-year-old Yuyun, who is determined to fight for the rights of women and children – and says it all...

I was once a sponsored child: Alex, Uganda

Change that lasts! "I have defeated poverty." See how child sponsorship changed Alex's life.

I was once a sponsored child: Gankhuleg, Mongolia

World Vision Mongolia gave opportunities not only for me but also for many other children. Now we are all grown-ups who are succeeding in different sectors...

What you need to know about Menstruation + Equality

What is it, why does it happen, and what are we doing about it? Your 101 Guide to Menstruation + Equality

a wheelchair helped Isma get healthy, back to school and re-enter his community

What you need to know about Disability + Poverty

What is, why does it happen, and what are we doing about it? Your 101 Guide to Disability + Poverty.

These young leaders are part of a local Youth Club in a small remote village in a “fragile pocket” in Kachin State

What you need to know about Conflict + Poverty

What is it, why does it happen, and what are we doing about it? Your 101 Guide to Conflict + Poverty

Christina defying odds by going back to school after escaping early marriage

What you need to know about Child Marriage

What is it, why does it happen, and what are we doing about it? Your 101 Guide to Child Marriage.

A young baby is weighed in Kenya, being checked for malnutrition

What happens when… You give a baby the best start to life?

See what happens when you give a baby the best start in life.

Mother of sponsored child stands in front of their home with her son

What happens when… Women are empowered

Empowering women to live healthier, happier lives is not just good for half of the planet … it’s good for all us! Not convinced? Reach this article to find...

Empowered mother stands with her son

What happens when… A mother gets a way to save money?

This article looks at five things that happen when a mother gets a way to save money.

Girls in Lebanon learn about violence

What happens when… You change social norms for good

Joining the end of a queue and waiting your turn to order a coffee. Shaking hands when you meet someone new. The unwritten rules that shape the way we...

Child sponsorship helped Khubushu's family realise she should be in education, not married.

Not child brides, but girls positioned to soar

World Vision India and child sponsorship programmes helped Khushbu's family realise girls should be educated ... not become child brides.

Artjola is taking what she learned as a sponsored child and continuing to advocate for change as an intern with World Vision.

Breaking the bond of cultural expectations

1000 Girls: Child sponsorship helped Artjola in Albania learn about her rights and break the barriers of cultural expectations in her community.

Young lady from South Sudan in deep thoughts.

What you need to know about Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)

What is, why does it happen, and what are we doing about it? Your 101 guide to FGM.

Elizabeth and her child attending a training session with World Vision Ghana

What happens when... you talk about family planning?

When to have babies, how many to have or to have them at all? It might be an awkward conversation for some, but for others, it’s a life-saver. Here’s why.

A father looking at his child- child marriage context.

Why do some families marry off their girls?

Being a teenager isn’t easy, no matter where in the world you live. But add the threat of child marriage for a growing number of teens and tweens and...

Children using their voices to make impact in their communities.

5 kids who've learned the power of using their voice

What happens when children are seen, and make themselves heard? Amazing things! That’s why every day, in communities all over the world, World Vision child...

Ester(4) and Vladimir (8) They are two siblings sponsored by World Vision in San Juan, Intibucá

One Plus One Equals Far More than Two

One life at a time, this corner of Honduras is being transformed. With the support of child sponsors, children like Nahomy, Jose, Anna and Evelio are...

World Vision staff and community member in Marsabit, Kenya.

10 Facts about Climate Change and Poverty

Climate change is a minefield of controversy. But amid all the debate about what should be done about it, when, and at what cost, one thing is clear: each...

Children from Cambodia choose their sponsors

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How choice can change everything

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Child sponsorship in India is helping these girls get an education

5 ways child sponsorship enhances child protection

Every year, 1.7 Billion children are affected by violence. We use various ways to ensure child protection is enhanced such as government advocacy, parent...

Child holds ipad

5 Reasons Not to Connect with Your Sponsored Child on Social Media

Social media – it’s never been easier to keep in touch with your friends and family, no matter where in the world they are. Sounds perfect for connecting...

Genesis stands outside dressed in pink

Does sponsorship work? 14-year-old Genesis is living proof

Genesis is 14 years old, a karaoke queen, an informed big sister and a dedicated student. Today, she’s got a lot to smile about – but it hasn’t always been...