From the Field Portable information technology lab gives literacy a boost

For students in remote areas of Kenya, a portable learning lab could be the boost they need on the road to literacy.

From the Field What the new school year will bring for these two girls
Eight year-old Maddy is pretty excited about back to school in Canada. In Ethiopia, the hunger crisis has stolen that joy from 10 year-old Marta.
Educating young entrepreneurs
Students at World Vision's vocational training school learn how to become independent with hands-on education. One student learns to cut and style hair. 
Korey meets Herberth: A sponsor visit story
Korey with his soccer buddies, Herberth, Jose and their mother. Some World Vision staff joined them for a photo! I have been blessed with the opportunity to visit four of the five children I sponsor through World Vision. My command of the... 
Books and beyond
Children gather at the reading club to improve their reading and social skills. Photo: Guy Vital-Herne/World Vision In rural Haiti, books are not readily available in the communities, and children don’t have many opportunities to practice...
Seeing remedial classes in action
World Vision’s health care and education initiatives are making a difference in the West Bank Region. Learn more.
Latin American kids learn about Canada
During a recent trip to Manos Unidas, World Vision’s Program Portfolio Manager, Chris Ortiz, was able to see the impact of Canadian donations on the field level.
Support at home, support at school
This year, Kiria was enrolled in school for the first time. The transition was an overwhelming experience for her.
Still, he persisted
Because Sylvesti’s parents were unable to provide 8,500 shillings ($2.50 US), he was unable to take his primary exams. Now, having to repeat the class, Sylesti still doesn’t have school requirements.
Education > Child Marriage
World Vision’s support in areas such as Michila has been helping to eradicate harmful traditional practices like early marriage. Early marriage takes many victims in Zambia, but there is hope for girls and their futures. Photo: World..
A library full of books
World Vision's Gift-in-Kind program donated library books to a school in northern Zimbabwe, bringing smiles to 760 students.
Birthday gifts bring joy
Kind gifts from sponsors have made it possible for children in Manonga to have real birthday celebrations! In addition to parties with juice, cookies and fun activities, children across the community have also benefitted from gifts that will help...
New teaching approach benefits students
Some classroom pedagogies in Mongolian schools are outdated, focusing only on lecturing but not active participation. This is where the ‘Good Child’ program comes in.
From shy student to bold leader
​Holding a book in her hands, Sujita walks down the stairs to address a group of students on the school grounds. She is preparing to share some new knowledge...read more.
Fridges fund families
The local primary school doesn’t have enough rooms for children or teachers, water facilities are not up to par, and parents find themselves helpless to financial burdens. Read more.
Chores or classes?
A common problem in Niger is the lack of accessible, clean water. This issue can affect many things, including going to school.
Toys make reading fun
World Vision has implemented a new, creative idea to foster and develop reading comprehension in Peruvian children.
Proving Her Doubters Wrong
Tall and thin, 20-year-old Queenie seems like an average young adult. A passer-byer may not know the power she harnesses in her seemingly gentle fingers. She has already mastered the forging of two metals. After passing her welding exams,...
The road back to school
Codou was a student at the village school but stopped primary studies because her parents could no longer afford school expenses.
Textbooks a-Plenty
This 14-year-old is no backbencher: she often sits very close to the front of the class where her teacher stands. Photo: Martin Tindiwensi/World Vision Sandrine is a shy girl. She’s among the most devoted senior students, and often wears...
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