At 14, Eka learned that her parents were planning her marriage to a man 20 years older. But she wasn’t ready to get married.
Eka said NO to child marriage
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World Vision advocacy accomplishments in May
World Vision advocates had big wins in May! Their efforts contributed to two different bills that would protect those in poverty around the world.
What is child labor and what is being done to stop it?
In 2016, 152 million children were engaged in child labor. World Vision is working with government organizations to give these children new hope for their future and break the cycle of child labor.
Planning for a healthy family in Bangladesh
At the new Chunkuri Clinic in Bangladesh, mothers receive pre- and postnatal care in a clean, up-to-date facility, and clinic staff help them plan safer pregnancies through healthy timing and spacing.
How U.S. foreign assistance transformed Fatema’s life
The Nobo Jatra program in Bangladesh has helped Fatema and her family thrive through nutrition training, improved sanitation, and a plan for when disaster strikes.
This bill addresses the root causes of migration and gives hope to Central America
Nate Lance saw first-hand how World Vision’s programs are bringing hope to the communities plagued by violence, impunity, and poverty.
April brings showers of actions from advocates!
Your voices matter! In April, advocates raised their voices thousands of times on behalf of children and families. Here’s what they were talking about.
Why bed nets matter in the global fight against malaria
Thandizo’s mother worried her children wouldn’t be able to grow strong because of constant malaria attacks. But with simple interventions from World Vision and the Global Fund, Thandizo’s family is healthier than ever!
How can solving health and nutrition issues fight poverty?
Improving the health and well-being of children and families in extreme poverty is a crucial part of ENDING extreme poverty in our lifetime!
These nutrition classes are helping moms and newborns in Bangladesh thrive
In Bangladesh, something as simple as making sure your newborn baby gets enough to eat can be a challenge. But Nobo Jatra, funded by USAID and implemented by World Vision, is partnering with moms to gives babies a more nutritious start.