In 2024, tens of millions of people worldwide faced extreme challenges. Floods devastated communities, landslides destroyed villages, and wars and conflict exacerbated suffering, hunger, and poverty. Learn about the top disasters, their global impact, and how World Vision is making a difference in vulnerable communities.
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Displacement
From the Field
What you need to know about the Syrian refugee crisis in photos and videos
The Syrian refugee crisis remains one of the largest refugee and displacement crises of our time. Let’s break this topic down — in photos and videos.
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.
From the Field
Crisis in Sudan: A deeper look
Read the stories of two small children and a father of newborn twins whose lives were upended when the conflict erupted in Sudan in 2023.
Voices
From the World Vision U.S. president: Bridge the distance
World Vision U.S. president and CEO visited Adré, Chad, where hundreds of people crowded under a bridge as they fled conflict in Sudan. Once they arrive at the border, World Vision is helping people as they go through the process of entering a new country and providing short-term assistance.
From the Field
Crisis worldwide: More refugees’ stories
According to UNHCR estimates, the number of forcibly displaced people worldwide exceeded 120 million in April 2024 — a historic high. Among those displaced, 40% are children. This alarming fact underscores the importance of prioritizing children’s needs amid displacement. We know that all children, including each of the approximately 47 million who are displaced, have inherent worth and God-given potential. Read about three kids currently experiencing displacement, and how they and their families exemplify resilience and unyielding spirit.
From the Field
Middle East: Children endure devastating impacts from crisis
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.
From the Field
World Vision’s summer camps offer hope to West Bank children
In the West Bank village of As-Sura, World Vision helped repurpose an abandoned community center into a safe space for children. Through rehabilitation efforts and summer camps, over 160 children found relief from the ongoing conflict. Activities promoting healing and resilience gave kids moments to play, laugh, and create works of art. World Vision’s broader efforts across the region have supported over 28,000 children and adults with mental health programs, helping to restore hope and a sense of normalcy in over 100 communities.
From the Field
Yemen crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Learn more about the crisis in Yemen, where ongoing conflict has affected an estimated 18.2 million people, and what World Vision is doing to help.
From the Field
Afghanistan crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Children and families in Afghanistan are facing a growing humanitarian crisis, the result of decades of conflict, chronic poverty, and natural disasters. Learn how World Vision is responding — and how you can support families caught up in the crisis.