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Indonesia tsunami: The children who have lost everything
Wednesday 10, Oct, 2018Ten-year-old Olivia lost everything she owned during the Indonesia earthquake and tsunami - including her favourite toy.
Indonesia tsunami: Aid worker's diary of desperation and hope
Friday 05, Oct, 2018"Living in a disaster-prone country like Indonesia, I’m not a stranger to scenes of grief, but the devastation brought by the recent earthquake and tsunami in Palu was unbearable to fathom."
Back to school: From binding books to reading them
Thursday 30, Aug, 2018Day in and day out, 12-year-old Mohsin would work 10-hour shifts hauling around huge piles of books, desperate to know what was written inside of them.
Tania's story: Head of the family but still a child
Wednesday 29, Aug, 2018Instead of going to school, Tania spent many of her days peeling piles of icy shrimp - squatting for eight-hour shifts at a local fish depot.
Child sponsorship in Albania: Flavio and Amy's story
Saturday 21, Jul, 2018After two years of sponsoring and exchanging letters with Flavio, now 11 years old, in Albania, Amy decided to meet him and his family for the first time.
Advocating for a world where no girls are victims of child marriage
Tuesday 26, Jun, 2018Meghla escaped child marriage when she was 13 and has been working to change attitudes in her community ever since.
Children born of rape in war: Jacob's story
Tuesday 19, Jun, 2018Jacob is 17 years old. He should be enjoying school and thinking about his future, but instead his short life has been marred by struggle.
Meet the girls using football to challenge gender stereotypes
Thursday 14, Jun, 2018As the World Cup gets underway, we visit a group of girls in South Sudan using the beautiful game to make a difference.
The only ring on young girls' minds should be from the school bell
Tuesday 12, Jun, 2018Every year, 15 million girls under the age of 18 are married - but how can we stop it? It takes a world.
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Hurricane Matthew - World Vision prepares for impact
Tuesday 04, Oct, 2016While powerful Hurricane Matthew bore down on the island of Haiti, World Vision was preparing to help those whose lives may be affected.
Sierra Leone: UK must commit existing funds to child protection as cases of sex abuse rise
Thursday 22, Sep, 2016Sierra Leone: World Vision urges UK government to commit funds to child protection as cases of sexual abuse rise
World Vision calls the attack a turning point in the war and says ceasefire has achieved nothing
Tuesday 20, Sep, 2016World Vision has expressed shock at an airstrike that hit an aid convoy in Syria, reportedly leaving 12 dead. The UN says 18 trucks were hit on their way to deliver aid to 78,000 p…
Truck with 3D image of child refugees brings stark reality of crisis to London
Monday 19, Sep, 2016A truck bearing a 3D image of asylum-seeking children, will this morning (Monday 19 September 2016), drive across London to highlight the strife and challenges that child refugees …
Statement in response to the announcement of new FGM figures in the UK
Thursday 15, Sep, 2016Aid charity World Vision UK today called for a global political and legal concerted approach at tackling the issue of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), following the latest figures
World Vision UK hosts local sponsors for children in Niger
Wednesday 31, Aug, 2016World Vision yesterday hosted six Milton Keynes residents who sponsor children in Niger to discuss the charity’s work in the drought-stricken West African country.
World Vision responds as earthquakes strike Myanmar and Italy
Thursday 25, Aug, 2016World Vision responds as earthquakes strike Myanmar and Italy killing scores of people.
Iconic image represents 'grim reality' of Syria Crisis
Thursday 18, Aug, 2016World Vision reacts to the heartbreaking image of five-year-old Omran being pulled from rubble in Aleppo.
World Vision International CEO issues statement on arrest of Gaza official
Tuesday 09, Aug, 2016Statement by Kevin Jenkins, President and CEO of World Vision International, on Mohammad El Halabi's arrest.
Statement on World Vision's Staff Arrest
Thursday 04, Aug, 2016On June 15th, 2016, Mohammad El Halabi, the manager of operations for World Vision in Gaza, was arrested on his way home from routine meetings.
Russia/Syria plan for humanitarian corridors 'deeply flawed'
Wednesday 03, Aug, 2016World Vision today joins a global push for a two-day 'humanitarian pause' in the battle for Aleppo. In all, 34 international bodies are calling for a 48 hour cease-fire that would …
World Vision calls for more political commitment and funds to end global hunger at Rio summit
Wednesday 03, Aug, 2016The international aid charity, World Vision warns that three million children will die every year unless governments take far-reaching action to prevent malnutrition.
Goodwood festival comes fashionably to life as event puts World Vision project on spotlight
Wednesday 27, Jul, 2016One of the most exciting and glamorous days on the horse racing calendar, is now just a day away.
Southern African countries declare "regional disaster" as new report warns of increase in cases of sexual violence
Tuesday 26, Jul, 2016World Vision UK has today called for urgent funds to help support countries in Southern Africa as millions face food shortages due to a massive El Niño-induced drought.
Bold plan to halt child marriage in jeopardy, warns new report
Friday 22, Jul, 2016World Vision is urging the new International Development Secretary Priti Patel to take a lead in ramping up action to eradicate child marriages by 2030.
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Carrying the burden | Syrian refugee seeks safety in Lebanon; now trapped in child labour
Friday 28, Oct, 2016Khalid fled the Syrian conflict, only to become trapped in child labour in Lebanon. How can you help Syria’s child refugees feel safe again?
The Carve a Heart tour is back for 2016!
Monday 24, Oct, 2016We are more excited than ever for this year’s annual #carveaheart campaign!
Susan’s secret history | The legacy of sexual violence in Uganda’s conflict
Tuesday 18, Oct, 2016Susan’s story: Daily hardship hides a terrible secret history that even she doesn’t know – it starts with sexual violence in Uganda’s conflict.
Mary's night of fear turns to peace | A child’s story from South Sudan to Ugandan refugee camp
Wednesday 12, Oct, 2016Mary tells her courageous story of fleeing South Sudan’s violent conflict. And how World Vision’s helping her to have hope for the future.
Mental health, at home and abroad
Monday 10, Oct, 2016As humanitarian emergencies continue to unfold around the world, children are increasingly exposed to violence and other experiences that leave them in desperate need of psychologi…
Hunger in Zimbabwe | Elida’s story of El Nino
Saturday 08, Oct, 2016This year’s poor rains and drought from El Nino have greatly affected the lives of 12-year old Elida, her two brothers, Christopher, 21, William, 16, and their grandmother, Emma. W…
Enivens wants a new home - life in Haiti after Hurricane Matthew
Saturday 08, Oct, 2016Enivens lives in Haiti. His life has been turned upside down in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew.
Endless Hope | Changing lives in Cambodia
Wednesday 05, Oct, 2016Theary was once a World Vision sponsored child. Now, at 22-years-old, she is working as an accountant and a part-time teacher. We recently caught up with Theary to find out how her…
Share my life: two brothers from South Sudan
Wednesday 21, Sep, 2016Recently we met with two brothers from South Sudan; ten-year-old Choul and eight-year-old Rewgok. After fleeing the Unity State and seeking refuge in Juba, all the brothers want is…
Savings turning into food | Empowering women in Mozambique
Wednesday 21, Sep, 2016A World Vision-supported savings group in Gaza province, southern Mozambique, is helping mothers like Esperança put food on the table for their children and grandchildren. Here, th…
Remembering the faces behind the numbers | UN Refugee Summit September 2016
Monday 19, Sep, 2016Today, as the UN discusses refugees and migrants and President Obama hosts world leaders for a discussion of the refugee crisis, humanitarian policy advisor Johan Eldebo writes abo…
Protecting children | Stopping sexual abuse in Sierra Leone
Saturday 17, Sep, 2016Two weeks ago, World Vision's Rob Henderson stepped off a plane and into a wall of humid, hot air in Sierra Leone. The reason for his visit was to show Mike Kane, former shadow mi…
Sponsorship brings hope in Armenia
Thursday 15, Sep, 2016Twin brothers, Hakob and Davit, have both suffered from cerebral palsy since early childhood in Armenia. Unable to go to school due to their condition, the boys live with their mot…
A helping hand in India
Tuesday 13, Sep, 2016We recently met with three families in India and spoke about the challenges faced relating to ill health, disability and debt. Struggling financially and unable to provide the amou…
Overcoming challenges in Zambia
Saturday 10, Sep, 2016We recently spoke to two inspiring families and discussed the challenges they’ve overcome in recent years. Children like Alex and Emmanuel require extra support, and with thanks to…
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