In 2023, the harsh realities of conflict, displacement, natural disaster, and extreme hunger impacted the lives of millions of people worldwide. As World Vision responded, we witnessed moments of both hardship and hope. See the incredible images of resilience, determination, and even joy that World Vision’s communicators were able to capture in this extraordinary year.
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Faith
Prayers
Peace on earth: Pray for people in conflict zones
In times of emergencies and disasters, including the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, earthquakes in Afghanistan, and the war in Ukraine, children bear the heaviest burden. Join us in praying for places with critical humanitarian needs, where daily struggles for basic necessities affect children, families, and communities.
Change Makers
5 reasons to share your blessings on Giving Tuesday
Why should you donate on Giving Tuesday? Here are five reasons why sharing your blessings on Giving Tuesday, November 28, will brighten your holidays — and kids’ and families’ lives.
Voices
Tayshia Adams gives back
Television host and multimedia personality Tayshia Adams cares about giving back and helping others. Tayshia supports World Vision’s Gift Catalog, refugee work, and child sponsorship.
Change Makers
Seeds of compassion: How small actions change the world
With an overwhelming number of opportunities to make a difference in the world, it’s often the seemingly insignificant actions that can ignite extraordinary change. Explore stories that celebrate the remarkable impact achieved through small actions taken by compassionate individuals.
Change Makers
God’s miracles with our choices: A 4-part devotion
Small choices can have a ripple effect, leading to big impact in the hands of the Miracle Worker. Through this four-part devotion, we’ll discover how people in the Bible made ordinary choices that God used for His extraordinary plan — and consider how He can work through us today.
From the Field
Created in God’s image and thriving
After Darlington and Maria participated in World Vision’s Biblical Empowered Worldview training, they stopped seeing themselves as worthless and instead began viewing themselves as children of God. This transformed how they could envision and act on their future dreams and goals.
Change Makers
Best Christian podcasts to grow your faith
Looking for a faith-based podcast? Whether you’re eager to deepen your understanding of Scripture or looking for a fresh and fun perspective on your faith journey, here are a few podcasts worth considering.
From the Field
Maggie’s story: “Water to our doorsteps”
In a Zambian village, Maggie’s daily quest for water once hindered her education and exposed her to ridicule. As a result of World Vision’s work with her community, a borehole was installed, equipping families with easy access to water, which has improved their lives in a variety of ways. Now with more free time, Maggie is pursuing her dream of nursing while savoring childhood moments.
From the Field
Lost year, new hope: Margaret’s second chance at education
An aunt tried to rob 16-year-old Margaret of her dream of an education. Now, free from her aunt and with newfound confidence from a World Vision savings group and Biblical Empowered Worldview training, Margaret is seeing her dream resurrected.