Nicaragua

Nicaragua has endured decades of economic instability and natural disasters, contributing to its status as the second-poorest country in Latin America. The political and social tensions, amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic, have worsened what was already a damaging economic recession. After Hurricanes Eta and Iota in 2020, Hurricane Julia in 2022 brought additional devastation and destruction to thousands of homes and vital infrastructure. Many regions remain vulnerable to economic, political, and social instability that prohibits adolescents from experiencing positive, caring, and peaceful relationships in their families and communities. For 30 years, World Vision’s staff and partners in Nicaragua have been empowering families for socio-economic resiliency and improved livelihoods – making sure people have access to diversified income opportunities along with clean water, sanitation facilities, and spiritual nurture. Over 500,000 children have been empowered to live fuller lives! Staff are focusing on agricultural assistance that will increase food security for vulnerable families, and partners like USAID and the Global Fund are also joining us to provide healthcare and treatment for preventable diseases.