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From the Field
2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami: Facts, FAQs, how to help
The magnitude 9.0 earthquake that struck northeast Japan on March 11, 2011, unleashed a tsunami and set off a chain of events that continue to affect the lives of thousands of Japanese. World Vision was well-positioned to provide aid after the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami, assisting more than 300,000 people over three years.
From the Field
2019 Cyclone Fani: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Cyclone Fani is tracking across the Indian Ocean toward India and Bangladesh with winds exceeding 130 mph, equal to a Category 4 hurricane. 100 million people are in its path.
From the Field
7 of the worst disasters in 2018
As these seven of the worst disasters in 2018 show us, children and families around the world experienced tremendous pain and suffering this past year. But there remains a glimmer of light in each of them. Hope has not been snuffed out.
Change Makers
Give-back Gift Shop lights up New York City with generosity
In the heart of New York City at Bryant Park, World Vision is bringing charitable giving to life Nov. 25-27 through the Give-back Gift Shop, an interactive pop-up shop where thousands are learning how one simple gift can light up an entire community.
From the Field
2018 Hurricane Michael: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Here are some facts to know about Hurricane Michael, its devastating impact on the Florida Panhandle and eastern coastline, and how to help the recovery.
From the Field
2018 Guatemala volcano eruption: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
A catastrophic eruption of Guatemala’s Fuego volcano on June 3 affected more than 1.7 million people. World Vision is helping children and families in affected areas.
From the Field
2013 Moore, Oklahoma, tornado: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
The deadly EF5 Moore, Oklahoma, tornado with winds of 200 mph cut a 14-mile-long gash of destruction through southern Oklahoma City and Moore, Oklahoma, in May 2013. Along with subsequent tornadoes, it left 38 dead and caused $2 billion in damage. The Moore tornado, with wind speeds exceeding 200 mph, ranks among the deadliest in Oklahoma’s history.
From the Field
2018 humanitarian world news headlines
Humanitarian world news brings you a regularly updated selection of events and trends impacting people and the humanitarian community worldwide in 2018.
From the Field
2012 Typhoon Bopha: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
On Dec. 3, 2012, almost a year to the day after Mindanao in the southern Philippines was hit by a devastating tropical storm, the island group absorbed another staggering blow: Typhoon Bopha. Bringing back parents’ hopes and children’s smiles was the challenge for World Vision disaster responders.