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Learn more about 10 of the worst disasters around the world in 2021, including conflict and hunger in South Sudan.
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10 of the worst disasters in 2021

In 2021, World Vision responded to 72 disasters in 52 countries, helping more than 30.1 million people in crisis — in addition to our ongoing global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more about some of the worst disasters of 2021.

  • Disaster Relief
  • EthiopiaAfghanistanBangladeshBrazilChileColombiaEl SalvadorGuatemalaHaitiHondurasJordanLebanonMexicoMyanmarSouth SudanSyriaUnited States
Syrian refugees in Lebanon live in homemade tents in informal settlements. Few children are able to attend formal education. Nine-year-old Yasmin, a Syrian refugee, plays with her baby sister at their home in an informal tent settlement in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley. She attends a World Vision Child-Friendly Space where she has learned songs, games, and stories she shares with her cousins and siblings
From the Field

What is a refugee? Facts, FAQs, and how to help

There are more refugees in the world than ever before, and their needs have never been greater, not only for the basic necessities of life, but for hope and opportunities to be self-sufficient. Find out more about the global refugee crisis.

  • Refugees
  • SyriaBangladeshCentral African RepublicColombiaDemocratic Republic of the CongoEthiopiaIraqJordanLebanonMyanmarSouth Sudan
Children play on the banks of the Naf River in Bangladesh. Across the water is Myanmar, which many thousands of Rohingya fled to find refuge in Bangladesh. World Vision is working to help refugees and also opened an area program for the host community.
Special Features

Called by God: The Every Last One campaign

In late 2015, World Vision launched Every Last One (ELO) — a $1 billion capital campaign over eight years to make life, hope, and a future possible for 60 million people. Explore the work that has already been done, and help us make an even bigger impact faster.

  • Charitable Giving
  • KenyaArmeniaBangladeshBrazilColombiaEcuadorHondurasLebanonMalawiRwandaUnited States
The mosquito-borne Zika virus can cause microcephaly and other serious birth defects. Though the disease has faded from the news since its most recent outbreak in 2015, Zika remains a risk in dozens of countries and territories in the Americas. Learn facts about Zika, the latest outbreak, and future threats.
From the Field

Zika virus: Facts, symptoms, and how to help

The mosquito-borne Zika virus can cause microcephaly and other serious birth defects. Though the disease has faded from the news since its most recent outbreak from 2015 to 2016, Zika remains a risk in dozens of countries and territories in the Americas. Learn facts about Zika, the latest outbreak, and future threats.

  • Health
  • BrazilColombiaEl SalvadorGuatemalaHondurasLatin America/CaribbeanUnited States
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 2019 and the stories behind them. The community of Guarguallá Grande sits at about 12,500 feet above sea level and has struggled with the effects of poverty for generations. Alpacas gifted through World Vision’s Gift Catalog have empowered this community to begin lifting themselves out of poverty. The animals help improve children’s health, nutrition, and their families’ livelihoods. Their presence also helps promote land conservation and a rebalance of the indigenous ecosystem.
From the Field

Life frames: Our favorite photos of 2019

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 2019 and the stories behind them.

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