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Empowered Mothers for a bright start in life: happy mother's day!

Mothers shape the world, one child at a time. Through our programmes, we support mothers with the knowledge and skills to nurture strong, happy, and...

Women after the celebration of the international women's day

DR Congo: Over 200 Women Engaged To Influence Agricultural Decisions In Luambo

This article describes an initiative organised on International Women's Day in Luambo, in the Kasaï Central province of the DRC. Over 200 women were...

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Clean Water, New Beginnings: A Community’s Journey to Hope

For years, Sara Macamo and the women in her remote community faced dangerous, exhausting treks to collect unsafe water from the Limpopo River, often shared...

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Access to Water: A Source of Hope and Stability in Burkina

Thanks to the installation of a solar-powered pumping system by World Vision in Burkina Faso, living conditions for displaced people in Pafadnam have...

Women cutting iron to build a latrine

Beyond Tradition: Women Redefine Work and Empowerment Through Sanitation

While female empowerment remains a challenge in Mozambique, stories like Ana’s and Gina’s demonstrate that it is possible to break free from limiting...

After 14 years of crisis, Syrian children face unprecedented challenges

“Every day, we meet children who have forgotten how to laugh or play. They are fearful, withdrawn, and traumatised by the horrors they have witnessed,”...

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From Despair to Empowerment: A Mother's Journey from Food Insecurity to Entrepreneurship

Through its diverse programmes, World Vision is helping families, especially mothers, by empowering them with varied tools, resources, and income...

A Syrian mother’s dream to see her children free from hunger and suffering

Um Muhammad shares, “This food is more than just meals; it’s hope. It means my children will have the strength to keep going, to dream of a better future.”...

Sarah learns new skills reviving dream of becoming a hairdresser and own a salon in Syria

World Vision’s protection project, funded by Irish Aid and implemented through local partner Shafak, aims to empower women financially and socially through...

International Women's Day

Women on the front line of change: Celebrating female volunteers

In 2024, in very challenging conditions, more than 200,000 people in close to 400 villages took part in World Vision’s programmes in the West Bank. It was...

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Breaking Barriers: How Annie Bwalya Kapasa is Transforming Maternal Health in Misengo Village

In Misengo Village, Annie Bwalya Kapasa is a source of hope for expectant mothers. As a dedicated member of the Safe Motherhood Action Group (SMAG), Annie...

33-year-old Anna

How Anna’s dreams were turned into a reality through the CORE project

Anna, a mother of two in bustling Rusizi, felt lost amid the town's hustle. Fresh out of high school, she faced an uncertain future with no job or clear...

Three young IDPs in the garage

DR Congo: Immaculée, Kabila, and Jospin – Young Displaced People Pursuing Their Dreams In Goma Despite Adversity

Three teens in DRC, Immaculée, Kabila, and Jospin, find hope through a mechanic training programme by World Vision and Cœur Sans Frontières, despite war...

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Livelihood & economic empowerment

Empowered Women of Kaseisa: A Journey of Financial Independence

The success of the Asuiyogni Grind Mill is a testament to the power of financial empowerment, community-driven development, and the impact of World Vision...

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Short distance, long journey: the struggle for healthcare in rural Daikundi

21 million people across Afghanistan will require WASH support in 2025, underscoring the severe water scarcity and sanitation issues facing rural...

Woman with her goat.

Empowering Women of Bagaroua, Niger: Goat Kits Transform Vulnerability to Resilience

In response to the crisis caused by insecurity, World Vision Niger provided 300 goats to 100 displaced female heads of household. These goats will help the...

Health, Healing & Hope

A Lifeline for Herat’s Children: Health, Healing & Hope

In the aftermath of the October 2023 Herat earthquake, children like Mohammad continue to carry the weight of memories from the tragedy. But in the midst...

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DR Congo: From Malnutrition To Abundance: The Impact Of World Vision's Childhood Rescue Program

This article presents the results achieved through the implementation of the CHR project in Binza, located in the Rutshuru territory of North Kivu. Faced...

World Vision empowers Ukrainian refugees in Moldova through livelihood initiatives

Svitlana*, a Ukrainian refugee in Moldova, overcomes hardship through World Vision’s livelihood programmes, transforming her life and supporting her family...

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Hope Through Lifesaving Humanitarian Support in Somalia

Through the NextGen project, World Vision is not just responding to emergencies—it is helping communities rebuild, recover and regain their dignity after...

Ukrainian refugees in Georgia

A Taste of Home: Alina’s Journey to Building a New Life

Alina, a Ukrainian refugee, fled to Georgia with her family in the search of safety. After initially working in local cafés, she decided to start a family...

Svitlana standing at the entrance of the Happy Space Centre

Empowering Families - Svitlana's Path from Displacement to Humanitarian Work

Svitlana, a Ukrainian refugee in Georgia, transforms her own hardships into a mission to support others through World Vision’s Happy Space. As a...

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Dorothy Leads the Charge for Clean and Healthy Living in Torowa

Through the support of the PNG Australia Partnership and the Western Province Partnership (WPP), World Vision were able to facilitate a Community-Led Total...

Water and Sanitation Boost Malnutrition Fight in Nsanje

Rebuilding and borehole construction After Cyclones Idai, Ana & Freddy brings hope to communities devastated by floods.