The Luxury of Dreams

Tuesday 01, Apr, 2014

When World Vision first arrived in his community Emmanuel couldn't read, but thanks to literacy lessons and one technique in particular, he's now able to dare to dream of becoming a doctor.

What is life like on "the other side"?

Tuesday 08, Apr, 2014

A blog written by Chahak, a 9th grade student from Chennai and part of World Vision India's 'Youth Ambassador' programme. Youth Ambassadors are young people from more affluent backgrounds who are given the chance to understand more about the lives of those less fortunate than themselves. Chahak visited a project that works with the most vulnerable children in the community to help them gain access to education, improved sanitation and food security.

The Danger Zone For Child Malnutrition

Thursday 10, Apr, 2014

At 14 months old and weighing less than 12ilbs, Jalrotchen registered as severely malnourished. Although 20% of the world's children under five are malnourished, that number always rises in the wake of natural disasters, which is why World Vision's work on child nutrition following Typhoon Haiyan is so vital.

"The Flood Is Like A Thief": How World Vision Is Helping Solomon Islanders

Tuesday 15, Apr, 2014

28-year-old mother Rebecca tell a World Vision volunteer about escaping the flash floods that have affected more than 52,000 people and how they will be getting their lives back on track.

It Was Horrible Living Below The Line Last Year, That's Why We're Doing It Again

Tuesday 22, Apr, 2014

World Vision supporter Richard shares the "humbling" of choosing to live on just £1/day for food to raise money for the people for whom there is no choice, just a daily fear of where their next meal will come from.

"Now I can play again": What Winter Coats Mean To The Children of Syria

Tuesday 29, Apr, 2014

Two Syrian siblings share their joy at receiving the simplest of gifts - a pair of winter coats - and the difference it has made to their lives. It's stories like this that really show us how much your support matters.

"I Don't Know If I Can Do This"

Thursday 01, May, 2014

Duncan, one of three World Vision UK staff running the Milton Keynes Marathon on Monday, explains why he decided to do it, and what motivated him to keep pounding out the miles.