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INSPIRE-ing an end to violence against children in Uganda

INSPIRE-ing an end to violence against children in Uganda

January 2, 2019By Whitney GrovesChild Protection 3 Comments

INSPIRE is a global framework for ending violence against children using seven evidence-based strategies. Check out how Uganda has adopted this framework!

Dream team: When foreign assistance meets sponsorship

Dream team: When foreign assistance meets sponsorship

January 2, 2019By Lisa BosClean Water, Foreign Assistance 1 Comment

World Vision sponsorship brought clean water to a Kenyan community. U.S. foreign assistance helped provide a pipeline to extend water to even more people!

When it comes to volunteering, God equips those who follow His lead

When it comes to volunteering, God equips those who follow His lead

December 11, 2018By Cassie RollinsBible Verses 1 Comment

You may not know how to best influence your members of Congress just yet – but God has equipped you with all you need to make a difference in kids’ lives.

Year in review: Your advocacy in 2018

Year in review: Your advocacy in 2018

December 11, 2018By Samantha Urban TarrantWorld Vision Advocacy News 1 Comment

Together, World Vision advocates took almost 55,000 actions this year  — that’s amazing! Learn about each major victory that YOU made possible.

$100 million to keep fighting HIV/AIDS with help from faith-based orgs

$100 million to keep fighting HIV/AIDS with help from faith-based orgs

December 6, 2018By Samantha Urban TarrantUncategorized 1 Comment

Join us in praise for PEPFAR, its partnerships with faith-based orgs like World Vision, and the millions of people who have benefited from this work!

Safe spaces for migrant children near the border

Safe spaces for migrant children near the border

November 28, 2018By Samantha Urban TarrantChild Protection, Refugees 1 Comment

All migrants’ journeys are difficult, but children are especially vulnerable. That’s why World Vision Mexico is helping about 500 children near the border.

Advocate interview: Pastor Jon Odom of Tulsa on why Christians should stand with those in need

Advocate interview: Pastor Jon Odom of Tulsa on why Christians should stand with those in need

November 28, 2018By Samantha Urban TarrantAdvocate Stories, Bible Verses No Comments

“The reason Christians should engage in these kinds of conversations and come to know their legislators is that we’re ambassadors for Christ.”

Human rights in Bangladesh: How World Vision works with children & communities

Human rights in Bangladesh: How World Vision works with children & communities

November 26, 2018By Samantha Urban TarrantChild Protection No Comments

World Vision works in some of Bangladesh’s most impoverished communities. That work with children, families, and faith leaders is amplified by advocacy.

Compassion and prayer for the caravan

Compassion and prayer for the caravan

November 13, 2018By Samantha Urban TarrantChild Protection, Foreign Assistance, News and Reports, Refugees 4 Comments

Let’s show compassion as we pray for these families on the move – all of whom are children of God, many of whom are brothers and sisters in Christ.

When can Syrian refugees return home?

When can Syrian refugees return home?

November 6, 2018By Samantha Urban TarrantRefugees 2 Comments

We are especially concerned about the refugee children, who have already seen far too much violence and bloodshed. These children need special protection.

Get the facts: Children on the move

Get the facts: Children on the move

November 1, 2018By WV AdvocacyChild Protection, Refugees, Resources for Advocates 2 Comments

As we continue to hear news reports about the plights of children on the move, let’s educate ourselves on the facts and pray for their safety and wellbeing.

How this teen stands up for children around the world

How this teen stands up for children around the world

October 29, 2018By Samantha Urban TarrantAdvocate Stories 1 Comment

Lucy hopes her experience will inspire more young people (as well as other World Vision sponsors like her) to use their voices for positive change!

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Jenny Yang
Jenny Yang is an External Relations Office for UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, in Washington, DC, where she works to build U.S. government support for UNHCR's  mission and operations. She has worked over two decades in refugee protection, immigration policy, and human rights and was on an active deployment roster for the International Catholic Migration Commission. She is currently on the Advisory Board of Faith and Law, an organization for Congressional staffers to explore the intersection of faith and public policy, as well as the Land Center for Cultural Engagement. She is currently serving as the Catalyst for the Freedom and Justice Network for the Lausanne Movement. Jenny is co-author of “Welcoming the Stranger: Justice, Compassion and Truth in the Immigration Debate" and contributing author to five other books
Rev. Dr. Alexia Salvatierra
Rev. Dr. Alexia Salvatierra is the Academic Dean of the Centro Latino at Fuller Theological Seminary as well as the Assistant Professor of Integral Mission and Global Transformation.  She is available for speaking, training and workshops in the areas of immigration, faith-rooted organizing, cross-cultural ministry and building vital holistic Christian community.