Thousands of families are fleeing war and violence in Syria in hope of finding peace. Check out this interactive Google map of the refugee journey.
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A refugee mom’s to-do list
If you’re a mom, you have a lot on your to-do list. Imagine trying to take care of your family as a refugee mom forced to flee your home.
A California church commits to praying for refugees
Inspired by Nigerian widows, Grace Fellowship Community Church decided to go beyond simple fundraising and commit to intentional prayer for refugees.
Syrian refugee children: A story in 23 photos
If you could see through the eyes of a Syrian refugee child, what would life look like? See what life is like in a tent settlement in Lebanon.
Syrian refugee children write a letter to the world
Children living in Lebanon as refugees from the war in Syria want people to hear them speak about their dreams and struggles. Hear from Syria’s children.
Top humanitarian crises of 2015
What were the top 8 humanitarian crises of 2015? Find out what they were and what World Vision and people like you did to help.
Love refugees with the compassion Christ has shown you
In an article published in Christianity Today, World Vision U.S. President Rich Stearns reflects on the plight of refugees in light of the recent attacks in Paris.
Young Syrian refugee dreams of becoming a doctor
Twelve-year-old Ahmad is among thousands of Syrian refugee children living in Lebanon. He loves school, and his dream is to become a doctor.
Videos: A glimpse into the lives of displaced and refugee children in Syria and South Sudan
See what being a refugee is like from the perspective of a child. Refugee children from Syrian and South Sudan share their stories in these 6 videos.
Former child migrant: ‘That could have been me’
Former Vietnam migrant Dr. Vinh Chung reacts to the Syrian refugee crisis and the searing photo of 3-year-old Alan Kurdi: “The body of the lifeless toddler, face down, washed up on the beach is really chilling to me — because that could have been me.”