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Lebanon conflict: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

The escalation of conflict in Lebanon is impacting more than 1 million people, forcing children and families to flee their homes. World Vision is responding with humanitarian assistance, including food, sleeping mats, blankets, hygiene kits, and psychosocial support to help children recover from the trauma of the conflict. Here’s what’s happening in Lebanon, how the humanitarian crisis is affecting families, and how World Vision is responding.

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From the Field

Middle East crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

Children in the Middle East are enduring the devastating impacts of armed violence, hunger, psychosocial distress, and disrupted education. Learn how World Vision is supporting affected communities and remains committed to serving the most vulnerable children and families, even in the most dangerous places.

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From the Field

Changes inspire new dreams for girls in Ecuador

In Riobamba, Ecuador, World Vision’s child sponsorship program is helping girls stay in school, dream for the future, and embrace sports, arts, and leadership opportunities. Adults are learning about improved nutrition and how to provide healthier meals as well as different communication and parenting techniques to improve family relationships.

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From the Field

Haiti crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

The current situation in Haiti is dire, with escalating gang violence, sociopolitical instability, and a cholera epidemic, all endangering vulnerable populations. Learn more about the situation that is affecting millions of people in Haiti and how World Vision is responding to the crises.

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From the Field

Sudan crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help

Since even before the conflict began on April 15, 2023, Sudan has faced a severe humanitarian crisis. To date, thousands of lives have been lost and 14.3 million people displaced, including 7 million children — the largest number of children displaced globally, as result of the conflict in Sudan. Ongoing violence is compounding an existing hunger crisis, endangering millions and threatening famine. Explore key crisis facts and how World Vision is responding to support impacted children, their families, and communities.

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