What is a humanitarian? It’s a word you’ve probably heard a lot, but what does it actually mean? We define the meaning of the word and talk about what kind of work humanitarians and humanitarian organizations do.
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Somalia hunger crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Somalia is facing a worsening hunger crisis in 2026, with millions affected by food insecurity and child malnutrition. Learn facts and how to help.
Rohingya refugee crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Since 2017, nearly 1 million Rohingya people have fled Myanmar to escape violence. Now in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, they live in the world’s largest refugee camp, relying on humanitarian aid to survive. More than half are children. Learn about the ongoing Rohingya refugee crisis and how World Vision is helping impacted communities.
Syrian refugee crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
More than a decade of conflict in Syria has resulted in one of the world’s largest humanitarian and displacement crises. Approximately 16.7 million people, including 7.5 million children, need humanitarian aid in 2026. Renewed violence in northwest Syria in late November 2024 has driven more displacement, many of them women and children. Millions of people continue to be displaced within Syria and across the region and face ongoing needs for food, clean water, shelter, and education. Learn how World Vision is supporting families in Syria amid uncertainty in 2026.
What is a refugee?
The number of refugees globally has reached 42.7 million, and their needs have never been greater, not only for the basic necessities of life, but also for hope and opportunities to be self-sufficient. Explore the challenges faced by refugees and find out more about the global refugee crisis.
DRC conflict: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
A recent surge in violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) threatens the lives of millions of children who are already suffering from hunger, disease outbreaks, natural disasters, and poverty. Learn more about the DRC’s conflict and current situation and about World Vision’s response to help impacted children and families.
Solomon Islands disasters 2026: Earthquakes, cyclones, and volcanoes
The Solomon Islands face frequent disasters, including cyclones, earthquakes, and rising sea levels, impacting vulnerable communities.
Iraq conflict: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Learn what’s happening in Iraq today, key facts about displacement and recovery, and how you can help children and families in need.
Mali crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
Once an emerging force for democracy in West Africa, Mali has struggled to maintain stability since a 2012 coup. Conflict continues, and increasingly severe droughts and the coronavirus have added to the country’s challenges. Children and families need food security, healthcare, and protection.
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.