The Syrian refugee crisis remains among the largest refugee and displacement crises of our time, with approximately 16.7 million Syrians needing humanitarian aid in 2024. An escalation of violence in northwest Syria beginning in November 2024 has newly displaced at least 24,300 children. Learn how World Vision is supporting families in Syria amid uncertainty.
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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 13 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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Ukraine crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
As the war in Ukraine continues to cause devastation and displacement, over 6.3 million refugees, mostly women and children, have sought safety in Europe and beyond. Children continue to face disruptions in education and the absence of safe and stable environments. Learn more about the conflict and what World Vision is doing to help people affected by the Ukraine crisis.
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HIV and AIDS: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
The global HIV and AIDS pandemic is an enduring and profound health challenge, leaving a lasting impact on the world. In 2024, HIV remains a significant global public health concern. Learn essential facts and explore the progress in the prevention, treatment, and efforts to end HIV and AIDS.
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2015 Cyclone Pam: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
On March 13, 2015, Category 5 Cyclone Pam unleashed heavy winds and rain on Vanuatu, a string of South Pacific islands. The storm devastated homes, schools, crops, and water systems, impacting more than half of the population in one of the world’s poorest countries. Learn how World Vision responded in emergency relief and recovery efforts to aid impacted communities.
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2018 Indonesia quakes and tsunamis: Facts, FAQs, how to help
Discover key facts about the 2018 Indonesia earthquakes and tsunamis, including six events with magnitude 6.0 or higher. Learn more about the devastating impact on millions of people, and how World Vision swiftly responded with lifesaving supplies to help affected communities.
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Hurricanes: Facts, FAQs, how to help
Discover key facts about hurricanes, gain a deeper understanding of one of nature’s most destructive forces, learn effective strategies for hurricane preparedness, and explore ways to support people affected by these devastating storms.
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Yemen crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Learn more about the crisis in Yemen, where ongoing conflict has affected an estimated 18.2 million people, and what World Vision is doing to help.
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Zika virus: Facts, symptoms, and how to help
Discover essential information about the mosquito-borne Zika virus, including the symptoms, prevention, and the significant 2015–2016 outbreak. Learn how Zika can cause serious birth defects like microcephaly. And find out the latest update on Zika.
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Afghanistan crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Children and families in Afghanistan are facing a growing humanitarian crisis, the result of decades of conflict, chronic poverty, and natural disasters. Learn how World Vision is responding — and how you can support families caught up in the crisis.