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.
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Refugees
From the Field
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.
From the Field
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.
From the Field
Forced to flee: Top countries refugees are coming from
Explore the top countries where refugees are coming from, what drives forced displacement, and how you can help people affected by conflict and crisis.
From the Field
World Refugee Day: The struggle of displaced mothers and their families
On this World Refugee Day, World Vision honors the 43.7 million people who are forcibly displaced from their communities — many are mothers and children. Learn of efforts to provide safety, food, and hope to those fleeing conflict and crisis.
From the Field
Eyes that shine again
Fatima arrived at a malnutrition stabilization center carrying her 9-month-old son, Hamed, who was dangerously underweight. For six days, she stayed by his side as he received emergency care. With no water available at the clinic, her other children walked 45 minutes each way to collect what they could from the valley. Hamed slowly regained strength and was transferred to outpatient care, where he now receives therapeutic food and regular checkups. His cheeks are full again, and his weight has climbed back into a healthy range.
From the Field
The fire that will not burn her
Entisr, a Sudanese refugee and survivor of sexual violence, has been displaced five times in her life, each escape marked by violence and immense loss. Despite her suffering, Entisr has become a leader, organizing support groups for other women who have survived similar violence and launching a savings initiative in a sprawling refugee settlement in Adré, Chad.
From the Field
Strength in the aftermath of displacement
When violence escalated near her home in Sudan, Maha gave birth and fled just days later, carrying a newborn — and the weight of her family. After arriving in a temporary settlement in Chad with almost nothing, Maha stands strong in a fragile and uncertain future.
Change Makers
“Oceans” vocalist TAYA partners with World Vision on first U.S. headliner tour
TAYA, former Hillsong UNITED vocalist and famous for powerful voice singing the hit “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail),” has released her second solo album and is partnering with World Vision for her first U.S. headliner tour.
From the Field
Rising from conflict: Voices of Sudan’s women and girls
Explore the struggles and challenging experiences of women and girls caught in the conflict in Sudan. Learn how World Vision’s Sudan relief efforts are offering hope amid violence, hunger, and displacement.