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Philippines Typhoon Haiyan Update
Updates from the areas of Philippines affected by Typhoon Haiyan, including total aid raised & personal stories from survivors.
to enable us to be better prepared when new emergencies …
Delivering Hope To The People Of The Philippines
Chris Clarke, World Vision New Zealand, CEO who is on the ground in the Philippines assisting World Vision's emergency response efforts. Today Chris was at World Vision's first emergency aid distribution in north Cebu -- a town hard hit by Typhoon Haiyan. World Vision distributed food, water, and emergency supplies to 4,000 people. This was the first help the community has received since the Typhoon hit almost seven days ago.
Violence against children in emergencies is a major concern, warns World Vision
Violence against girls and women is all too prevalent across the globe – and increases during and in the aftermath of emergencies – says World Vision on the eve of a major conference.
need in emergencies Emergencies in Syria and Philippines show how urgent …
Typhoon Haiyan: From The Eye Of The Storm
Mikaela from World Vision Philippines hadn't been heard from for three days following Typhoon Haiyan. In this extract from her diary she shares her experience of living through the eye of the storm.
World Vision Emergency Communicators: Into the Heart of a Tragedy
An eye-witness report of the destruction caused by the Uttarakhand flash floods and World Vision's relief distribution in the affected regions.
Emergencies Communicator
The Night I Saw Death
World Vision UK CEO, Justin Byworth, tells a haunting tale from his recent visit to Lebanon.
World Vision calls on the Prime Minister for an end to Child Marriage
World Vision calls on the Prime Minister to use his influence at the up-coming Commonwealth gathering in Sri Lanka to press for an end to child marriage.
highlighting the role that humanitarian emergencies play in forcing parents to choose early
I was a World Vision Sponsored Child
We met Abu a couple of weeks ago at the World Vision ambassador training. He was one of the people who decided to give up his time to talk to his local community about the work of World Vision. As soon as he stood up and started speaking, we knew he had an amazing story to tell. Abu’s journey with World Vision truly inspired us and we would like to share his story with you too:
international development and humanitarian emergencies. I currently work for World Vision UK to
Syria crisis - a time of tears
9 months after his last visit, Justin Byworth is back in Beiruit and describes firsthand what Syria’s descent means for its mothers and fathers, sons and daughters.
Children of Syria Share Their Dreams
Fled from their homes, living in a foreign country, often in little more than a tent, the children of Syria are facing challenges that no child should be forced to face. But what do they dream about for their future?
Without education, Syria’s children and future are at risk
World Vision's Joy Toose shares the very real concerns for the children of Syria who, despite being safe from bombardment in Lebanon, now face falling behind through lack of schools and education.
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violence against women and girls in emergencies Programme Innovation Case …
‘Terrifying landmark’ as number of Syrian refugees passes two million
Aid agency World Vision continues to step up its efforts in Syria and neighbouring countries, as the number of refugees fleeing the conflict reaches a landmark two million.
Painful memories
Like a lot of boys his age, Abdurrahman, 9, from Syria imitates sounds. Today, he is imitating the sound of rockets.
Helping communities to live with uncertainty
On Monday 19th August we celebrate World Humanitarian Day - a day that means a lot to us who work for World Vision and we're sure a day that will mean a lot to you and our other wonderful supporters.
New community ambulance, market gardens and salt mines
Our World Vision Ambassadors round of their trip to Senegal with visits to just a few of the projects we've helped happen in the communities you sponsor.
Children’s voices must be heard as communities prepare for disasters
Preparing thoroughly for disasters must be at the heart of future aid work, World Vision has said at an international conference on the issue.
Families take refuge as tropical storm hits Bangladesh
More than a thousand people including scores of children have sought refuge in World Vision’s emergency shelters, as stormy weather from Tropical Cyclone Mahasen strikes the Bangladesh coastline.
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Somalia conference in London focuses on protecting women and children
Efforts to tackle sexual violence have been highlighted at a major international conference on Somalia’s future.