AUG. 2, 2017, INDIA — Urbanization has changed the face of poverty and how World Vision works. We went to India to talk to seven families about their experiences.
News & Stories
Child Sponsorship
From the Field
Former sponsored child in Bolivia dreams big, gives back
As a sponsored child in Bolivia, she defied expectations. Now, she’s helping others do the same — teaching children practical steps to guard themselves and others against child trafficking.
Change Makers
Becoming ‘God-sufficient’: Child sponsors expand their hearts for the poor
Child sponsorship is at the heart of a couple’s desire to care for children well into the future. But since Tom and Jill Demske couldn’t sponsor a thousand children, they found other ways to multiply their impact.
From the Field
Former sponsored child builds on his own empowerment to help others
A former sponsored child in India now helps other children reach for their potential.
Voices
Podcast with Russell Moore and Rachel Teodoro
Child ambassador Rachel Teodoro and Russell Moore of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission join us on the World Vision podcast this week. Listen to practical tips on how to put your faith into action.
From the Field
What children around the world would give their moms for Mother’s Day
World Vision sponsored children share what they would give their moms if they could give them anything in the world this Mother’s Day.
From the Field
Former sponsored child reflects on fulfilled dreams
Child sponsorship opened doors for a Bangladeshi child to pursue his dream of a career in education and impact his community.
Voices
Bringing happiness to a child named Happy
Many names help give meaning to a person’s life. For International Day of Happiness, we’re celebrating children around the world with the name Happy! Hear what makes some of our Happy-named staff happy, and see a fun way that you can bring a little happiness to the world today.
From the Field
Blessings overflow: Clean water makes Everlyn’s future bright
Everlyn’s in school, her mother’s garden is thriving, and her family’s faith is stronger. Child sponsorship and clean water have made all the difference.
From the Field
Dorcas no longer drinks water from the dead-dog pond
Dorcas, 9, carried dirty water home four times a day from a pond where animals drank, and sometimes died. Everything changed when World Vision dug a well.