When Everything Was Swept Away: Stories of Survival from Nepal Flash Floods 2026
When the devastating flash floods swept through Nuwakot on 26th of August, lives changed within moments, it left no time for families to think, plan or prepare. Among them were Urmila, a pregnant mother of two, and Suveksha, a student whose dreams for the future were suddenly thrown into uncertainty.
From A Broken Piece of Clay to Changed Lives
Dorothy Chong’s journey of Child Sponsorship began in 2010, inspired by a conviction to sponsor 100 children, she started small with two sponsored children through World Vision. Her story shows how small acts of generosity, faith, and humility can create lasting change and transform lives.
A school meal stopped Faith from becoming a child bride
The drought had stretched on for too long. The ground was dry. The harvests failed. At home, there were days when there was nothing to eat. 15-year-old Faith would go to school on an empty stomach.
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Davith's Story: Peace, Hope & Love
Meet Davith, the 9-year-old girl from Cambodia featured on our Peace, Hope & Love: Gift Catalogue 2025/26. Her story is a small glimpse of what peace, hope and love can look like for a child when a community begins to change. -
How a Sponsor Changed His Life from Shy Mongolian Boy to Community Leader
His story is a testament to the transformative power of compassion, opportunity, and the belief that every child deserves a whole, meaningful childhood. -
Child Sponsorship is not just about giving - it's about Friendship
Sponsorship, to me, is not just about giving—it’s about friendship. It’s about forming a real friendship. It’s about reminding these children that they are important, loved, and never forgotten. -
I cried tears of joy when my sponsored child dashed out and gave me a tight hug
Many of them might not have the chance to realise how beautiful their smiles are. I genuinely wished these pictures could remind them of the support, love and friendship they had from us if they ever come across any difficult times in future. This was my first mission trip but it would not be my last. -
More Than Water: Celebrating Women, Leadership, and Change This International Women’s Day
For millions of women and girls, water isn’t just about thirst – it’s about time, opportunity, and dignity. Every day, women and children spend 125 million hours collecting water. -
The Joy & Stars in Kenya - A Tripper's Reflection
Our trip was both enlightening and a stark reminder that the world was not created equal. We saw first-hand how World Vision’s Area Programme Vision of holistic transformation was put into action. Not only was there a programme to provide access to education to children, there were also separate initiatives on child protection, micro-financing, health and food security, provision of clean water, and environmental protection. The multi-faceted approach clearly lifted the lives of the community, and we were privileged to see it in motion. -
What Happens When 1000 Girls Are Sponsored?
Sponsoring a girl is the first step toward her education, creating a ripple effect that goes beyond her life. Join the movement to sponsor 1000 girls and drive lasting change. -
Unbroken: Miriam’s* Story
Miriam, once silenced by trauma, now advocates for girls’ rights. Despite a painful past, she’s found strength through World Vision’s support, dreaming of starting her own human rights organisation. -
Harnessing Social Media To Change the Future for Girls: Susma’s Story
Meet Susma, a bold 18-year-old from rural Nepal, breaking barriers and leading change for girls’ rights. Discover her inspiring journey as she empowers her community and fights for equality.
