Niger

Due to increased insecurity and violence, many people in Niger are internally displaced or refugees. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic further deteriorated the situation, and an estimated 3.7 million people needed humanitarian assistance. Vulnerable households among displaced populations and host communities face critical levels of food insecurity and malnutrition, difficulty accessing clean water and sanitation, and lack of protection and health services. About 2 million people face ongoing food insecurity, which results in high malnutrition rates for young kids. Over half of all children ages 7 to 16 aren’t in school because of factors like displacement and pandemic-related closures. Fortunately, Niger’s presidential election resulted in the country’s first democratic and peaceful transition of power, giving hope for future stability. Thanks to strong partnerships, over 3 million people, including 1.6 million children, were reached with support and resources. Vulnerable families are receiving food assistance, water and sanitation resources, and child protection services. Conflict-affected families have access to income opportunities and expanded healthcare services, and schools were equipped with clean water. World Vision’s programs reached refugees, internally.