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From the Field
Gardens bring joy to communities in Marafa
Because of World Vision’s child sponsorship–funded programs in Marafa, Kenya, flourishing gardens are a living testament to the hope against the spread of hunger.
Change Makers
World Food Programme’s David Beasley on hunger, poverty, and loving your neighbor
David Beasley, executive director of the World Food Programme, shares his thoughts on fighting hunger during the pandemic, the WFP being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, and his motivation to serve.
From the Field
Democratic Republic of the Congo volcano: Facts and how to help
The threat of another volcanic eruption of Mount Nyiragongo, one of the world’s most active and dangerous volcanoes, is forcing tens of thousands of people to flee from Goma in the eastern DRC. Learn what World Vision is doing to help people affected by the volcano.
From the Field
2020 Hurricane Iota: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Learn the facts about Hurricane Iota, which made landfall in Central America as a Category 4 storm, and join us in prayer for people affected.
From the Field
2020 Hurricane Eta: Facts and how to help
Learn the facts about Hurricane Eta, which hit Central America as a Category 4 storm, and join us in prayer for people affected.
From the Field
2020 Hurricane Laura: Facts and how to help
Learn the facts about Hurricane Laura, which hit the Gulf Coast near the Louisiana–Texas border as a Category 4 storm, and join us in prayer for people affected by the storm. More than 500,000 people were ordered to evacuate coastal areas of the two states, increasing possible exposure to COVID-19.
From the Field
Mali conflict explained: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Once an emerging force for democracy in West Africa, Mali has struggled to maintain stability since a 2012 coup. Conflict continues, and increasingly severe droughts and the coronavirus have added to the country’s challenges. Children and families need food security, healthcare, and protection.
From the Field
Lebanon: Beirut explosion facts and how to help
An explosion that rocked the port of Beirut, Lebanon, on August 4 killed 160 people and injured about 6,000. World Vision is responding, initially expecting to help 120,000 people. We have been working in Lebanon since 1975.
From the Field
Coronavirus: United in suffering, and united in responding
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, hidden heroes arise to support World Vision’s global response, which focuses on scaling up prevention to slow the spread, strengthening healthcare systems and workers, supporting at-risk children, and collaborating and advocating for vulnerable children.