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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Disasters in all forms — natural, man-made, and complex emergencies and refugee crises — delivered an unprecedentedly turbulent blow to the world in 2020.<\/p>\n

“2020 was a challenging one for all of us, individually and corporately,” says Erica Van Deren, a senior program manager for World Vision humanitarian and emergency affairs.<\/p>\n

Around the world, World Vision works to protect the well-being of children and their families affected by all types of disasters and tragedies — from the COVID-19 pandemic, civil wars, and hurricanes to destructive locust infestations. “The complexity of the pandemic and its secondary impacts<\/a> on all aspect[s] of the lives of children is overwhelming. And other emergencies did not stop because of COVID-19 — hurricanes, explosions, hunger, and insecurity continued,” says Erica. “Through all of this, World Vision has been able to respond.”<\/p>\n

We adapted our work worldwide, remaining responsive and agile to meet the needs of the most vulnerable children.<\/p>\n

“While we don’t know what 2021 will hold, we remain steadfast in our commitment to our work,” Erica says.<\/p>\n

Learn about eight of the worst disasters in 2020 and how World Vision’s responding<\/a> to care for millions of children and their families.<\/p>\n