Child labor is work that deprives children of their childhood, their potential, and their safety, and is harmful to physical and mental development. As many as 160 million children worldwide engaged in child labor in 2020. Let’s explore this important topic through a collection of powerful photos.
News & Stories
From the Field
In photos: 23 moments to remember
In 2023, the harsh realities of conflict, displacement, natural disaster, and extreme hunger impacted the lives of millions of people worldwide. As World Vision responded, we witnessed moments of both hardship and hope. See the incredible images of resilience, determination, and even joy that World Vision’s communicators were able to capture in this extraordinary year.
From the Field
Hurricane Katrina: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Explore the impact of Hurricane Katrina, ranked among the most devastating disasters in U.S. history. Learn about the far-reaching consequences of this historic storm and the response and recovery efforts of World Vision.
From the Field
2018 Indonesia quakes and tsunamis: Facts, FAQs, how to help
Discover key facts about the 2018 Indonesia earthquakes and tsunamis, including six events with magnitude 6.0 or higher. Learn more about the devastating impact on millions of people, and how World Vision swiftly responded with lifesaving supplies to help affected communities.
From the Field
Enhancing livelihoods through improved cassava cultivation
A transformative livelihoods project brought positive change to the Kayombo family’s cassava farm. Discover their story of triumph in agriculture.
From the Field
DRC floods: Photos of devastation, relief, and hope
In the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, communities impacted by the deadly floods in early May unite in their grief and forge a path toward healing. View photos and read stories captured by World Vision staff who responded to the emergency needs of those affected and discover how we’re supporting impacted families through the devastation. Learn ways to support impacted communities, including offering your prayers.
Change Makers
A journey for clean water: Voices from the Global 6K
World Vision’s Global 6K for Water is a one-day event where people around the world walk, run, or roll 6K to equip communities in need with lasting clean water. Every step you take is one they won’t have to.™ Check out what people are saying about how fun and impactful it is to do the Global 6K.
Change Makers
The people who help shape us
Six people answer a single question: Who believed in you? They share about who encouraged and inspired them when they were younger and how that experience helped shape their lives … and led to their involvement in different areas of World Vision’s work.
From the Field
Voices of Ukraine: Praying through the crisis
Ukrainian refugees and families displaced in the war-torn country share moments of their lives. Join us in praying through their stories as families continue to cope every day and look for hope during this conflict.
From the Field
In photos: 22 memorable moments from 2022
In 2022, war in Ukraine made refugees of millions, disrupted crop exports, and sent food and fuel prices soaring in many parts of the world. This, combined with the lingering impacts of COVID-19, extreme weather conditions, and ongoing unrest in many countries, left millions of people globally on the verge of famine. Despite such dire circumstances, World Vision photographers witnessed many moments of joy and strength in communities where we work around the world. Here are 22 of our favorites.