After a traumatic year, the children of Gaza look to 2015
Thursday 01, Jan, 2015The children of Gaza have suffered so much this year, but with the help of shelters and child-friendly spaces, they've been trying to piece their lives back together. We spoke to them about their wishes and hopes for the coming year.
What happens when the rice runs out?
Tuesday 06, Jan, 2015For families who have managed to remain unaffected by Ebola in West Africa, another crisis is now looming – hunger.
Second chances
Thursday 08, Jan, 201519 year old Rony used to be a troubled young boy after being abandoned by his parents at birth. But thanks to World Vision's Channels of Hope programme he's turned his life around and has become a role model for his community in Honduras.
New start for earthquake survivors
Monday 12, Jan, 2015Five years ago today a massive earthquake struck Haiti and displaced more than 1.5 million people. Ahead of the anniversary Haiti, Jean-Wickens Merone visits Adeline and her three children, one of the families that World Vision helped to find a fresh start.
Let’s Make 2015 a Year of Action for Children
Thursday 15, Jan, 2015Today marks the launch of Action 2015, a campaign to bring the world together to create the post Millennium Development Goals. World Vision is working to help children around the world achieve their full potential and make sure that they are well represented in the new sustainable development framework. External Relations Manager Geeta writes that her New Year's resolution is to raise her voice and let our leaders know they have the gift to make 2015 a year of action for children. They must act.
Hoping for a sweet start to the new year
Saturday 17, Jan, 2015We talk to a young Syrian family living in Azraq refugee camp, as they prepare for yet another harsh winter in freezing conditions.
Winter is a time of fear for families in Za'atari
Thursday 22, Jan, 2015As the Middle East prepares for another harsh winter, the situation facing the estimated 11 million Syrians displaced by the crisis becomes even more difficult. The cold is particularly dangerous for young children, and those living in informal tents and sub-standard buildings. Ahead of tomorrow’s Coats for Syria fundraiser, we speak to the parents of 20 month old Nouras about their worries.
The difference clean water makes
Tuesday 20, Jan, 2015World Vision worked with the communities living in the western region of Armenia to improve water access in the area. We met the families and children who are benefiting from new taps, pipes and clean running water - without the fear of health risks.
Growing crops for shoes
Tuesday 27, Jan, 2015For Selemani and his children, making ends meet was a constant struggle. But with the help of World Vision, he's gained the agricultural skills to ensure that he can put food on the table and his family can afford shoes and school fees. Thanks to sponsors funding the project, children like Selemani's son Bakari can look forward to a healthier, brighter future.
One of the lucky ones
Thursday 29, Jan, 2015When Ebola came to her community, six year-old Safiatu lost most of her family to the disease. When she and her Aunty Theresa also showed symptoms, health workers were quick to respond and together they made a full recovery. However, after their trauma was over, they had a fresh challenge of returning to their community with the stigma of an Ebola survivor. This is their story.