Discover the cases and impacts of earthquakes and tsunamis, natural processes shaping the earth’s landscapes. Learn about earthquake preparedness and safety precautions for these destructive phenomena.
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From the Field
Hurricane Sandy: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Hurricane Sandy, also known as Superstorm Sandy, stood as the deadliest hurricane of 2012 and one of the most destructive to hit the United States. Learn more about the superstorm’s enduring mark on history and World Vision’s role in supporting affected communities internationally and in the U.S.
From the Field
Cyclone Phailin: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Explore facts about Cyclone Phailin, the strongest storm to hit India in 14 years when it struck in October 2013. Learn how early evacuations and disaster preparedness saved lives — and how World Vision’s response helped support communities during the emergency and equip them for future disaster responses.
From the Field
Created in God’s image and thriving
After Darlington and Maria participated in World Vision’s Biblical Empowered Worldview training, they stopped seeing themselves as worthless and instead began viewing themselves as children of God. This transformed how they could envision and act on their future dreams and goals.
From the Field
Rohingya refugee crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Since 2017, nearly 1 million Rohingya people have fled their homes in Myanmar to escape violence. Now living in refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, they rely on humanitarian aid to survive. Over half of the refugee population are children. Learn more about the ongoing Rohingya crisis and how World Vision is helping.
Change Makers
Best Christian podcasts to grow your faith
Looking for a faith-based podcast? Whether you’re eager to deepen your understanding of Scripture or looking for a fresh and fun perspective on your faith journey, here are a few podcasts worth considering.
From the Field
Turning pain into power: Using music to advocate against stigmas
Christine was once unjustly stigmatized as a sorcerer in her community. Then she became an advocate against child mistreatment through music-based therapy, transforming her story into a powerful song broadcast across radio stations.
From the Field
Enhancing livelihoods through improved cassava cultivation
A transformative livelihoods project brought positive change to the Kayombo family’s cassava farm. Discover their story of triumph in agriculture.
From the Field
A fuller life for Aprilia
World Vision sponsored child Aprilia was born with a disability. After several years of waiting, she is attending school and thriving. World Vision comes alongside communities in Indonesia and around the world to help remove the barriers for children with disabilities and ensure that universal access is a part of all reconstruction and infrastructure work.
From the Field
Surrounded by community on a first day of school
A Cambodian community prepares students for quality education on the first day of school. With the support of her mother, her teachers, and other community leaders — and with school supplies donated through World Vision — 6-year-old Channy is ready to learn.
From the Field
“At least I know my children will not go hungry”
Syrian refugees face the twin crises of skyrocketing food prices and limited work opportunities. To help, World Vision and the World Food Programme are partnering to support Syrian refugee parents through e-cards to help them more easily feed their families and maintain a sense of normalcy.
From the Field
Health worker helps save child’s life from malaria
In rural parts of many developing countries, families often lack access to basic healthcare. World Vision helps fill the gap by equipping community health workers, who can help diagnose common illnesses such as malaria, pneumonia, and diarrhea.
