As these seven of the worst disasters of 2018 show us, children and families around the world experienced tremendous pain and suffering this past year. But there remains a glimmer of light in each of them. Hope has not been snuffed out.
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From the Field
Life frames: Our favorite photos of 2018
World Vision’s photographers traveled around the world this year to tell stories of children and their families. They captured moments of struggle and moments of joy. Here are their favorite photos of 2018 and the stories behind them.
From the Field
2018 Indonesia earthquake: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Major 2018 Indonesia earthquakes on Lombok island and Central Sulawesi and a tsunami have killed more than 2,000 people and left survivors struggling to recover.
From the Field
Myanmar refugees in Bangladesh: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Since Aug. 25, 2017, more than 700,000 people from Myanmar have fled to Bangladesh because of extreme violence in northern Rakhine state. Most identify as Rohingya, a Muslim minority ethnic group. Impoverished and living in camps, they depend on aid for survival.
From the Field
HIV and AIDS: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
The AIDS pandemic has devastated families, leaving children without the care and support they need to grow, survive, and thrive. Find out what is being done to prevent and end the spread of HIV and AIDS.
From the Field
2013 Typhoon Haiyan: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Typhoon Haiyan, one of the most powerful typhoons of all time, hit the Philippines on November 8, 2013, as a category 5 storm. It laid waste to the country’s central region, killing more than 6,000 people and leaving more than 4 million people homeless and hungry.
From the Field
Life frames: The wise men
World Vision photographer Jon Warren recreates a Christmas scene of the traveling Magi, who traveled to bring gifts to King Jesus.
From the Field
How The Grace Collection by Patricia Heaton is creating hope in India
World Vision partnered with California-based Gifts With a Cause and award-winning actor Patricia Heaton to create The Grace Collection by Patricia Heaton jewelry line. The partnership is changing lives in India.
Voices
Top 8 holiday recipes to teach your family about the world
Oct. 16 is World Food Day. As we begin the season for holiday recipes, let’s celebrate the work that World Vision does all around the world through food!
From the Field
2012 Typhoon Bopha: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
On Dec. 3, 2012, almost a year to the day after Mindanao in the southern Philippines was hit by a devastating tropical storm, the island group absorbed another staggering blow: Typhoon Bopha. Bringing back parents’ hopes and children’s smiles was the challenge for World Vision disaster responders.