There are more refugees in the world than ever before — 27 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. Find out more about the global refugee crisis.
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From the Field
An ode to mothers
Every day, mothers continue to love, care for, and provide for their children. On this Mother’s Day, we recognize mothers around the globe.
From the Field
Closing the gap: A visual journey of disability inclusion
World Vision is committed to help bridge barriers for vulnerable people who face each day with a disability. As we take steps to do so, we reflect on powerful moments and stories brought about through our work.
From the Field
Ukraine crisis: Facts, FAQs, and how to help
As the war in Ukraine escalates, vulnerable children are suffering. Learn more about the Ukraine crisis and what World Vision is doing to help affected children and families.
From the Field
Voices of Ukraine war: Praying through the crisis
Refugees from the crisis in Ukraine share moments of their lives, often fraught with anxiety and fear. Join us in praying through their stories as families continue to cope every day and look for hope during this conflict.
From the Field
One last piece of home: Photos of Ukrainian children and the items they could not leave behind
World Vision photographers provide a glimpse of the items Ukrainian refugee children brought with them as they left home, possibly for the last time.
From the Field
Ukraine crisis aid worker: Embracing refugees at Romania’s border
Alberto Roca of World Vision’s Romania office is working at the Ukraine border in northeastern Romania, where World Vision is scaling up to support children and families fleeing conflict. He shared his experience with this refugee crisis and what World Vision is doing to respond.
Change Makers
Through the decades, 7 miracle moments
World Vision celebrates moments in its 70-year history when staff glimpsed God’s hand in key breakthroughs, resulting in life-saving impact. Seven stand out.
Prayers
Wrapping children in prayer: Romania
Pray for marginalized Romanian children and families, for economic and educational opportunities, for spiritual awakening, and for children with disabilities.
Prayers
Covering the world in prayer: Pray for Eastern Europe
Pray for Eastern Europe — for mothers and their unborn babies, for neglected and abused children, and for marginalized communities in Eastern Europe.