World Vision Staff, Author at World Vision

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Yemen crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

Learn more about the crisis in Yemen, where ongoing conflict has affected an estimated 18.2 million people, and what World Vision is doing to help.

Disaster Relief
Yemen

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From the Field

Zika virus: Facts, symptoms, and how to help

Discover essential information about the mosquito-borne Zika virus, including the symptoms, prevention, and the significant 2015–2016 outbreak. Learn how Zika can cause serious birth defects like microcephaly. And find out the latest update on Zika.

Health
BrazilColombiaEl SalvadorGuatemalaHondurasLatin America/CaribbeanUnited States

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Prayers

Explore the meaning of Matthew 25 through prayer

As Christians, we have a choice: respond to unsettling realities in the world with fear and avoidance, or follow Jesus in responding to the greatest needs of our day with love and hope. Reflecting on Matthew 25, pray with us for World Vision’s work around the world.

Christian Faith Stories

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From the Field

Global poverty: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

Poverty remains one of the most pressing challenges in our world, with nearly 9% of the global population living on less than $2.15 per day. Read to find answers to your questions about poverty, learn about how we define poverty, find out what World Vision is doing to help end extreme poverty worldwide, and learn how you can help.

Child Sponsorship
AsiaEastern EuropeLatin America/CaribbeanMiddle East

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Prayers

Prayer for an end to human trafficking

The exploitation and mistreatment of children breaks God’s heart. Join us as we pray for an end to the injustice of human trafficking.

Child Protection Stories
AsiaEastern EuropeLatin America/CaribbeanMiddle East

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From the Field

Child sponsorship and letters inspire a girl in Cambodia

In rural Cambodia, 15-year-old Nita has flourished in World Vision’s child sponsorship program. She once was shy but has grown into a student leader who helps other children learn to read and write, and letters from her sponsor have encouraged her to dream.

Child Sponsorship
Cambodia

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Prayers

Matthew 25: Prayer for women and girls

God creates every girl with dignity and potential — but around the world, millions of them are held back by poverty and injustice. Join us as we pray for every woman and girl to be able to live the abundant life God intends for them.

Gender Equality
AsiaEastern EuropeLatin America/CaribbeanMiddle EastUnited States

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From the Field

In photos: 23 moments to remember

In 2023, the harsh realities of conflict, displacement, natural disaster, and extreme hunger impacted the lives of millions of people worldwide. As World Vision responded, we witnessed moments of both hardship and hope. See the incredible images of resilience, determination, and even joy that World Vision’s communicators were able to capture in this extraordinary year.

Blog
SomaliaArmeniaBangladeshBrazilGuatemalaHondurasKenyaMongoliaRwandaSyriaTanzaniaTurkeyUgandaZambiaUnited States

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From the Field

Hurricane Katrina: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

Explore the impact of Hurricane Katrina, ranked among the most devastating disasters in U.S. history. Learn about the far-reaching consequences of this historic storm and the response and recovery efforts of World Vision.