Anuradha was only 13 years old and was studying in class eight when she was married off as a child bride. And only a year into marriage, she gave birth to her first child.
From child bride to anti-child marriage advocate
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Citizen Voice and Action: This is what empowerment looks like
When ordinary people band together, governments listen! World Vision’s Citizen Voice and Action program empowers people advocate for social accountability.
5 ways the pandemic is affecting the world’s children
The world’s children are vulnerable to the secondary effects of COVID-19. Here’s what kids all over the world, including the U.S., are beginning to face.
Finding God in Congress
Lisa uses her personal experiences from D.C. to encourage Christians that we CAN find God in Congress, and Congress needs us to show them God’s love!
4 prayers for reconciliation in our nation
Join us in 4 prayers for reconciliation and justice in our nation, our leaders, and our own hearts. Prayers submitted by World Vision Volunteer Advocates.
April advocacy update: Lifted prayers and lifted voices
In April, our advocacy had two themes: lifting up the voices of the vulnerable and lifting up our own voices in prayer!
What are children saying about COVID-19?
Children are disproportionately affected by COVID-19 because of school closures and loss of social safety nets. But they’re speaking out and taking action!
Vaccines: an essential lifeline for the most vulnerable
Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance and World Vision are committed to reaching vulnerable children with life-saving vaccines.
February advocacy update: Fixing our eyes on Jesus
February saw highs and lows for World Vision Advocacy. We made great progress on some bills, spoke to Congress, and were reminded to put our hope in Jesus!
Speaking out in DC: We testified about maternal health in Congress
This week, World Vision’s Director of Government Relations testified before Congress about the unique health challenges women face in developing countries.