Alberto Roca of World Vision’s Romania office is working at the Ukraine border in northeastern Romania, where World Vision is scaling up to support children and families fleeing conflict. He shared his experience with this refugee crisis and what World Vision is doing to respond.
News & Stories
From the Field
Favorite photos of 2021
In 2021, the world continued to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic along with wars and political unrest. Refugees and displaced peoples fled violence. Natural disasters spread destruction in their wake. But there were also small and big moments of joy to celebrate. See what World Vision’s communicators captured in this extraordinary year.
Prayers
Prayer for an end to human trafficking
The enslavement of God’s children breaks his heart. Join us as we pray for an end to the injustice of human trafficking and modern-day slavery.
Change Makers
Honoring the legacy of Alex Trebek, “champion for those in poverty”
Over four decades, TV host of Jeopardy! Alex’s Trebek partnered with World Vision to impact the lives of millions of children. He and his family leave a legacy — access to clean water, healthcare centers, education, programs that prevent girls from the dangerous practice of female genital mutilation and child marriage, investments in livelihood programs, and so much more.
From the Field
2021 life frames: Storytelling from World Vision photographers
World Vision’s award-winning photographers travel the world to bring home stories of children and their families to inspire us to action and compassion. They capture intimate moments that illuminate God’s grace and faithfulness as we follow Jesus’ example to show unconditional love to the poor and oppressed.
From the Field
Community health workers reduce child malnutrition rates in Zambia
In rural communities, women have to travel long distances to get basic healthcare. World Vision–trained community health workers help bridge the gap and provide care as well as education.
Voices
Q&A: Sadie Robertson Huff, author and actress
Sadie Robertson Huff — author, speaker, actress, and part of “Duck Dynasty” — talks about the year that was 2020, the holidays, and why she partnered with the World Vision Gift Catalog by designing the “Circle of Hope” wraparound ring.
Change Makers
10 family-fun activities to get in the Christmas spirit
Have fun with your family this Christmas season with these at-home activities that teach valuable lessons about gratitude, generosity, and giving back.
From the Field
Delivering joy: One goat, chicken and alpaca at a time
Read a few stories of how the lives of children and families change when they receive animals — like goats, chickens, and alpacas — through the World Vision Gift Catalog. We hope these animal tales will warm your Thanksgiving.
Change Makers
How to create a will and leave a legacy
Learn how you can use a free online tool to create or update your will today. You can leave a legacy to help protect your loved ones and help vulnerable families provide for their kids and their future, too.