October Update: Advocates meet with Congress, world changes
Lots of World Vision Advocacy news this month! The Ending Violence Against Children Resolution passed the House, and we had our first-ever advocacy camp!
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10 ways God is at work around the world
God is at work all over the world — in small ways and in HUGE ways! Here we praise God for reduced global poverty, falling child marriage rates, and more!
How U.S. foreign aid helps kids: Dennis’ story
U.S. foreign aid helps children all over the world. In Kenya, a disability made Dennis’ world small, but World Vision and USAID opened up new possibilities!
Unstoppable girls: What it takes to end child marriage
World Vision’s child marriage report compiles data from four unique contexts and explores the harms of child marriage and what it will take to end it.
Migration update: Agreements must uphold safety
The U.S. government implemented safe third country agreements with Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala to stem migration, but our strategy must prioritize safety.
September update: Staying strong for girls
World Vision’s advocacy in September was all about keeping up support for the Keeping Girls in School Act, foreign assistance, and ending violence.
6 heroes of advocacy in the Bible
God calls advocates in the Bible to seek justice and lift up the vulnerable. Each of these 6 advocates uses unique strategies to answer God’s call.
3 brave girls choose school over child marriage
These three girls in Afghanistan are choosing to stay in school instead of getting married, but that choice isn’t an easy one.
I called Congress: Here’s why you should too
I was terrified to call my representative. But God calls us to speak up for justice, and there came a time when I knew I had to call. Here’s what happened.
When prayers are answered: An advocate story
Brad and Diana were nervous about their first meetings with their members of Congress, but God blessed their efforts in a big way!
What is the Keeping Girls in School Act?
Helping girls stay in school results in stronger families and safer nations. But girls face unique barriers to education. Here’s how this bill would help.
USAID: Progress report on child and maternal health
World Vision and USAID work together to improve child and maternal health. This report highlights the successes and needs to meet global goals.