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From the Field

Delivering hope: Hurricanes Helene and Milton disaster relief

Back-to-back hurricanes have devastated the Southeastern U.S., with Hurricane Helene striking Florida’s Big Bend on Sept. 26, 2024, followed by Hurricane Milton hitting near Siesta Key, Florida, as a Category 3 on Oct. 9. The storms have severely impacted communities in states across the Southeast. World Vision has been on the ground, delivering vital supplies like clean water and generators through local partnerships and churches to support recovery and rebuilding efforts.

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From the Field

Mother won’t give up on daughter with disability

Xinxin was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when she was just a baby. Her mother, Xiaofei, poured time and resources into her rehabilitation, but she lacked support from her family. Relatives didn’t think it was worth it to invest in a child with special needs. But Xiaofei wouldn’t give up. When she found support for Xinxin through World Vision and its partners, she found new hope. Now, she wants to share her hope with other parents of children with disabilities: “I hope parents do not give up.”

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From the Field

HIV and AIDS: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

The global HIV and AIDS pandemic is an enduring and profound health challenge, leaving a lasting impact on the world. In 2024, HIV remains a significant global public health concern. Learn essential facts and explore the progress in the prevention, treatment, and efforts to end HIV and AIDS.

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From the Field

Sudan crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

Since even before the conflict began on April 15, 2023, Sudan has faced a severe humanitarian crisis. To date, thousands of lives have been lost and 13 million people displaced, including 7 million children — the largest number of children displaced globally, as result of the conflict in Sudan. Ongoing violence is compounding an existing hunger crisis, endangering millions and threatening famine. Explore key crisis facts and how World Vision is responding to support impacted children, their families, and communities.

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Special Features

From destruction to hope: 20 years after the Indian Ocean tsunami

In 2004, a massive undersea earthquake off the coast of northern Sumatra, Indonesia, triggered colossal tsunamis that inundated coastal areas across the region, catching communities off-guard and causing widespread destruction. One of the most devastating natural disasters in recorded history, the Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami impacted multiple countries and claimed hundreds of thousands of lives. Read about how World Vision responded and our ongoing efforts in the region.

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