News and Updates

We feature write-ups from supporters and staff who are hungry for change and want their voices to be heard.

How One Sponsored Girl Became a Force Against Child Marriage in Bangladesh

21 Sep 2023
Child Sponsorship Stories

Having a sponsor meant Monika, an 18-year-old from a rural community in Bangladesh, had the knowledge, tools and social support resources to stand up to child marriage. Not only has she avoided becoming a bride herself, but she is helping countless other girls facing a similar fate.

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Rising from Violence to Change the World Girls Live in

21 Sep 2023
Child Sponsorship Stories

Trapped at home while her mother Desi went out to work each day because she has a disability, Heda was just nine when the first man came into the house and raped her. Desi is determined to protect Heda, who is now 14, and to do what she can to help make sure no other children ever live through the same horror. She has joined forces with the World Vision to share her story with leaders in their community, hoping to inspire them to build a stronger community that protects children and understands children’s rights.

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Gratefulness: How I chose to pay it forward

30 Aug 2023
Youth and Schools

Interning at World Vision and being exposed to first-hand stories from the field really reinforced how blessed I am to live in the safety and security of Singapore. Reading the testimonies of victims of disasters who have lost all their family members or children who are fighting against exploitation sometimes moved me to tears. While I initially felt overwhelmed and helpless, I remind myself that I can play a part in supporting these vulnerable individuals through World Vision's work.

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Culture, Food and Traditions in Malawi

28 Aug 2023

Home to the "Lake of Stars", find out what else Malawi holds.

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International Charity World Vision Partners Local Service Agencies to Support Vulnerable Children in Singapore

14 Aug 2023
Children in the Cities
Press Releases

Targets to enable 50 children in out-of-home care with special learning needs to have access to learning support programmes

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