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Venezuela earthquakes survivor finds purpose in serving her community

After the 2026 earthquakes in Venezuela, one survivor became a church volunteer and discovered a calling she never expected. “I feel like I was reborn, and I am a different person,” the 27-year-old says. Learn more about her story and the World Vision response to support impacted families in Venezuela.

Disaster Relief
VenezuelaLatin America/Caribbean

From the Field

Beirut port explosion: What happened, and how did it affect Lebanon

On August 4, 2020, a massive explosion at the Port of Beirut killed 160 people and injured thousands of people, devastating large areas of the capital city. In the immediate aftermath, World Vision responded to assist 120,000 impacted people. World Vision has been serving children and families in Lebanon since 1975.

Disaster Relief
Lebanon

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From the Field

Lebanon conflict: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

The escalation of conflict in Lebanon is impacting more than 1 million people, forcing children and families to flee their homes. World Vision is responding with humanitarian assistance, including food, sleeping mats, blankets, hygiene kits, and psychosocial support to help children recover from the trauma of the conflict. Here’s what’s happening in Lebanon, how the humanitarian crisis is affecting families, and how World Vision is responding.

Disaster Relief
Lebanon

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From the Field

Middle East crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

Children in the Middle East are enduring the devastating impacts of armed violence, hunger, psychosocial distress, and disrupted education. Learn how World Vision is supporting affected communities and remains committed to serving the most vulnerable children and families, even in the most dangerous places.

Disaster Relief
LebanonMiddle East

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From the Field

2026 Colombia earthquake: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia Aug. 10, 2026. Learn more about the disaster, its impact on families and communities, and how World Vision is responding.

Disaster Relief
Colombia

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Voices

“Thirsty for a Miracle”: Q&A with water expert and author Dr. Greg Allgood

Dr. Greg Allgood has spent his career working to help the global water crisis at P&G and World Vision. His new book, Thirsty for a Miracle, shares his journey in the work and in his faith, and proceeds benefit World Vision’s global water work.

Clean Water Stories

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From the Field

Wildfires: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

Wildfires affect many parts of the U.S. and the world and are capable of decimating landscapes and upending lives and communities. Learn about the causes and effects of wildfires. Explore resources to prepare for unexpected wildfires. Discover how World Vision reaches communities impacted by wildfires and other disasters, and find out ways to help.

Disaster Relief

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From the Field

Changes inspire new dreams for girls in Ecuador

In Riobamba, Ecuador, World Vision’s child sponsorship program is helping girls stay in school, dream for the future, and embrace sports, arts, and leadership opportunities. Adults are learning about improved nutrition and how to provide healthier meals as well as different communication and parenting techniques to improve family relationships.

Child Sponsorship
Ecuador

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From the Field

Sudanese refugees find safety in Uganda

Since conflict escalated in Sudan in 2023, millions have been displaced. At Uganda’s Nyumanzi Reception Center, World Vision supports refugee families with shelter, medical care, and protection services.

Refugee Crisis
UgandaSudan

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Change Makers

What is a humanitarian: Facts and FAQs

What is a humanitarian? It’s a word you’ve probably heard a lot, but what does it actually mean? We define the meaning of the word and talk about what kind of work humanitarians and humanitarian organizations do.

Charitable Giving

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From the Field

A nurse feels lucky when his clinic gets clean water

A nurse named Lucky didn’t live into his name when he first saw the new clinic in southern Zambia where he’d been assigned. It had no running water, a crumbling roof, and a bat infestation. But World Vision led refurbishing the initial clinic and building a new maternity ward, and they brought clean water into the community.