In the heart of Nairobi, Kenya, World Vision’s interventions in the Mathare informal settlement provide hope. Children like Sandra are equipped with the resources to navigate poverty and disability through community support and economic empowerment.
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Africa
From the Field
A new Gilgal in Kenya
A photographer shares how World Vision child sponsorship has transformed a community in Kenya over 15 years by reflecting on what he saw on two different trips.
From the Field
Explore World Vision’s disaster responses
Armed conflict, natural disasters, and other emergencies can alter children’s lives drastically. When disaster strikes, World Vision’s disaster response helps safeguard children’s well-being by providing vital resources such as food, clean water, and shelter, as well as protection against trafficking and other forms of exploitation. With a presence in nearly 100 countries, we’re able to respond swiftly to global humanitarian emergencies, even in the most challenging environments — and we stay after immediate needs have been met to equip communities as they rebuild. Explore our interactive map showing some of the ways our staff around the world are supporting children affected by global crises.
From the Field
Ebola virus outbreak: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Explore frequently asked questions about the Ebola virus and World Vision’s response to Ebola outbreaks. Learn how we educate communities, support healthcare workers, provide child protection, and more in the fight against Ebola.
Voices
From the World Vision U.S. president: Water for the win
World Vision U.S. President and CEO Edgar Sandoval Sr. joyfully shares how World Vision has reached completed a project called “Finish the job” by reaching 1 million people with clean water in Rwanda.
From the Field
South Sudan crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Since achieving independence in 2011, South Sudan has faced a multifaceted humanitarian crisis, with children bearing the brunt of its impact. The convergence of conflict, natural disasters, poverty, and extensive displacement has sharply increased food insecurity, hunger, and malnutrition within the nation. Learn how World Vision is responding to help communities impacted by the crisis.
From the Field
How’d they do that: DIY Christmas crafts from around the world
There’s something special about handmade crafts at Christmastime. So we asked some of the children and families we help around the world to share their favorite Christmas crafts with you! Learn how to make DIY Christmas crafts from Armenia, Cambodia, the Dominican Republic, Lesotho, and the Philippines.
From the Field
Malaria: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Explore the latest updates in the fight against malaria — a life-threatening disease transmitted by mosquitoes. Discover progress in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention benefiting pregnant mothers and children under 5.
Special Features
The sound of new dreams: Finishing the job in Rwanda
Thirty years after the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, a Rwandan family, once focused on survival, is able to dream again due to World Vision child sponsorship, a remarkable economic development program, and clean water near their home.
From the Field
In the kitchen: Mukimo recipe
Mukimo is a healthy, traditional Kenyan main dish made from easy-to-find ingredients that you can serve your family. Preparing and eating mukimo is a way to remember and pray for those suffering from the drought in East Africa.