From abduction and captivity to finding her way back to school and reclaiming her dreams, Former child soldier Rose's story is a testament of her strength. Despite unimaginable hardships, she declares, "I am not ashamed of what happened to me anymore. I have a future to fight for." 

At first, everyone thought, Jusline would not survive. But life for her began to change when her mum took her to a mobile World Vision health clinic near her home.

Around the world, one billion people live with a disability – that’s almost 15% of the global population. Of this billion, 80% are in developing countries; there are higher levels of disability among women, the poor, and the elderly. 

Even when you don’t have much in the bank, financial systems matter more than you might think. Here are 10 facts about the ripple effect financial systems have on your sponsored child’s life – and how you’re helping families tap into better money management simply by sponsoring.

At 18-years old, Immaculée overcame adversity to pursue a future in Auto Mechanics. World Vision, through our Childhood Rescue program, created a trades program that helped 90 young people including Immaculée to train in various trades such as auto mechanics, cutting and sewing, as well as men's and women's hairdressing.

Thanks to World Vision, Maman Belbiche is now able to support her children’s education and provides a better life for her family. She is grateful to World Vision for their support, which helped heal her daughter and gave her the tools to rebuild her life

“I had to do housework, wash dishes, clothes and get water to earn money and buy food for my siblings” – Cidalia, 42, mother of two and now a History teacher in Morrumbala district, Central Mozambique.

Here are 10 important facts about child protection and how sponsorship is an important part of the foundations for so many children.