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Reconciliation is at the heart of this Rwandan love story
The story of Christine and Emile tells of a love that could only happen between two people trained in reconciliation. Christine’s family was all killed in the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Emile’s family were Hutus. His cousins and uncles had gone to prison.
From the Field
5 of the worst disasters in 2014
Natural disasters affected millions of people worldwide in 2014. Here are five of the worst ones and how World Vision responded.
Special Features
Rwanda: 20 years later
APRIL 1, 2014, RWANDA — In 1994, Rwanda was as ruined as any spot on earth after an implosion of violence killed 800,000 people in 100 days. How could the country ever overcome such hatred and horror? It would take a miracle. Through World Vision’s reconciliation programming, healing has given way to hope.
Voices
Uganda genocide: A nightmare finally comes to an end
In an article from July 1979, former World Vision U.S. President Stan Mooneyham writes about his visit to Uganda after the genocide perpetrated by dictator Idi Amin.
From the Field
5 of the worst disasters in 2013
Here’s a look at a few of the natural disasters that demanded a significant humanitarian response in 2013.
From the Field
The 10 most expensive natural disasters since 1980
The 310 reported disasters in 2012 affected 106 million people and caused about $138 billion in damages. While natural disasters killed fewer people last year than in years past, they made for more expensive clean-up. Find out how 2012 disasters ranked among the most expensive natural disasters since 1980.
From the Field
Nicaraguan youth train for emergency response
A mock event prompts 130 youth and community leaders from across Nicaragua to train for emergency response and learn life-saving tactics.
Voices
Responding to Hurricane Sandy’s devastation across the Northeast
Hurricane Sandy hit land Monday night and continued its trail of destruction along the U.S. East Coast. World Vision staff members are ready with emergency supplies for areas that have been hit hardest. See updates here as we track the storm and our disaster relief efforts.
From the Field
Witness to history: Photos of crises over the past six decades
World Vision photographs document some of the most tragic natural disasters and other crises of the past six decades. Now, many of these places have seen healing and recovery, thanks to the work of humanitarian organizations including World Vision.