World News & Stories

A reminder of the why supporters of World Vision strive to improve the lives of children and families.

World Vision began because one man was challenged by one woman to see the need of one child. Motivated by concern, love and a desire for justice, she understood that knowledge comes with responsibility and thus it requires action. One person can do something, but many, together, can make a greater impact.

Kaitlyn Weaver talks about her experience as a child sponsor and the impact her trip to Cambodia will have on her work for children in the future.

Women and children are disproportionately affected by gender-based violence. We are taking steps, across the globe, to combat this unfair treatment. Learn more about how you can help.

One young girl whose broken past inspired her bright future.

1 in 6 children—that’s 357 million girls and boys—live in areas of the world affected by war or armed conflict. Many are recruited to be child soldiers. Learn why children are the target of armed forces and what you can do to help.

Govinda shows us how literacy helps contribute to a brighter future.

Youth are agents of change in urban centres in Lebanon.

On March 14^th, Cyclone Idai made landfall near the port city of Beira in Mozambique's Sofala province. At latest report, more than 750 people are known to have died.

A mother only wants a chance for a better future for her children. For Shamsa and her seven children, it came at a cost.

For 65 years, we’ve turned our outrage at injustice into action, going wherever children are most vulnerable. One person can do something, but many, together, can make a greater impact. Justice requires action. Will you join the movement?

One childhood dream came true because of a simple gift of chickens.

Power of Her is a movement that aims to create space for girls. Space to learn, to heal, to participate. Space for girls to express themselves, with opportunities for the community at large to hear what is of importance to them. 
 

How one woman’s desire to teach her grandchild about kindness created a bond between two girls in two different parts of the world.

Friendship, community and giving unto others: these are pillars of being a WV ambassador and what makes up Kristin’s story.

In Iraq, women often face challenges finding work. Goran is overcoming the odds to help citizens receive the medicine they need.

 

For 32-year-old Dadiri Ramadhani Muya, who was forced to leave his home and settle in a new land, supporting others has helped him create a new normal.

Raw Hope works to help vulnerable children and families in unstable regions. Learn more about how your donation impacts the lives of vulnerable children.

Because of COVID-19, the need for clean water is even more crucial. Learn more about how World Vision is evolving programming to keep our communities safe.

It isn’t always easy to break away from tradition, or what you know, but one mother makes a decision to choose a better future for her new baby after visiting a health clinic.