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Venezuela earthquakes survivor finds purpose in serving her community
After the 2026 earthquakes in Venezuela, one survivor became a church volunteer and discovered a calling she never expected. “I feel like I was reborn, and I am a different person,” the 27-year-old says. Learn more about her story and the World Vision response to support impacted families in Venezuela.
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Beirut port explosion: What happened, and how did it affect Lebanon
On August 4, 2020, a massive explosion at the Port of Beirut killed 160 people and injured thousands of people, devastating large areas of the capital city. In the immediate aftermath, World Vision responded to assist 120,000 impacted people. World Vision has been serving children and families in Lebanon since 1975.
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Lebanon conflict: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
The escalation of conflict in Lebanon is impacting more than 1 million people, forcing children and families to flee their homes. World Vision is responding with humanitarian assistance, including food, sleeping mats, blankets, hygiene kits, and psychosocial support to help children recover from the trauma of the conflict. Here’s what’s happening in Lebanon, how the humanitarian crisis is affecting families, and how World Vision is responding.
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Middle East crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Children in the Middle East are enduring the devastating impacts of armed violence, hunger, psychosocial distress, and disrupted education. Learn how World Vision is supporting affected communities and remains committed to serving the most vulnerable children and families, even in the most dangerous places.
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2026 Colombia earthquake: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia Aug. 10, 2026. Learn more about the disaster, its impact on families and communities, and how World Vision is responding.
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2026 Venezuela earthquakes: Fast facts, FAQs, and how to help
Learn more about the 2026 Venezuela earthquake, including fast facts, ongoing impacts, World Vision’s disaster response, and how to help impacted children, their families, and communities.
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Wildfires: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Wildfires affect many parts of the U.S. and the world and are capable of decimating landscapes and upending lives and communities. Learn about the causes and effects of wildfires. Explore resources to prepare for unexpected wildfires. Discover how World Vision reaches communities impacted by wildfires and other disasters, and find out ways to help.
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Somalia hunger crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Somalia is facing a worsening hunger crisis in 2026, with millions affected by food insecurity and child malnutrition. Learn facts and how to help.
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Sudan hunger crisis: Rainy season threatens to cut off lifesaving aid
As Sudan enters its fourth year of conflict, more than 12 million people have fled their homes, and aid systems are under strain. As rains threaten to cut off delivery of aid this June, millions of children face escalating hunger and malnutrition. Learn how World Vision is responding to the crisis in Sudan and neighboring countries.